Next Level Leaders Series

IN-PERSON OR LIVE VIRTUAL
January 21, March 2, April 1, and April 29
11 AM - 1 PM CST

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Discounts available for group enrollments, UA faculty/staff, UA Alumni, and Chamber members.  Reach out to stephanie.lowe@ua.edu for more information.

The Next Level Leaders Series is designed for leaders who are ready to expand their influence and increase their impact. Across four sessions, participants explore advanced leadership capabilities that help them motivate others, drive innovation, negotiate effectively, and build high-performing collaborative teams. Each session combines practical frameworks with real-world application so leaders can strengthen their ability to navigate challenges, seize opportunities, and lead with greater effectiveness.

All sessions run from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. CST. We suggest participants complete the full series for a comprehensive and continuous experience. Single session registration is available. Sessions will be held in person on campus or live via Zoom.

topics

People move at different speeds for different reasons. This session explores how leaders can identify the factors influencing motivation and help individuals build focus, confidence, resilience, and momentum.

Innovation helps leaders respond to challenges and capitalize on opportunities. Participants will learn how to generate ideas, solve problems, and lead purposeful improvements within their teams and organizations.

Effective leaders negotiate in every direction, with supervisors, peers, and direct reports. This session explores practical strategies for gaining support, securing resources, and strengthening influence.

Collaboration is most valuable when it is aligned with a clear purpose and goal. Participants will learn how to build the right team, leverage individual strengths, and create commitment to shared success.

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Program OVERVIEW

Designed For:

  • Leaders seeking to advance their leadership capabilities and broaden their impact
  • Managers, supervisors, and experienced professionals responsible for leading people, projects, or initiatives
  • Graduates of the Emerging Leaders Series who want to continue their leadership development journey

Participants Will:

  • Learn strategies to motivate individuals and teams across a variety of situations
  • Develop approaches for identifying opportunities, solving problems, and fostering innovation
  • Strengthen negotiation skills that improve influence, communication, and outcomes
  • Explore how to build, align, and lead collaborative teams toward meaningful goals

Format:

  • Each session will be held from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. CST
  • Participants can register for a single session or join the full series for a comprehensive leadership experience
  • Sessions are available in-person on campus or live via Zoom

Participants will receive a physical certificate of completion as well as a digital badge from Credly. The digital badge can be displayed on a participant’s LinkedIn and email signature. 

This program is not eligible for federal financial aid. No academic credit will be awarded.

INSTRUCTOR

Joe Calamusa

Joe Calamusa (1996, B.S., and 1998, MBA, graduate of The University of Alabama) is the Managing Director of The University of Alabama Sales Program and a Clinical Professor of Marketing.  Joe teaches the Program’s introductory course, Professional Selling, to over 300 students each semester.  Joe is a founding partner of Sales & Leadership Development Group (SLDG), a training and consulting firm focusing on the modernization of sales and leadership principles and processes.  Prior to The University of Alabama and Sales & Leadership Development Group, Joe spent 2 years as a Brand Manager for Sara Lee Foods and 10 years as a National Sales Manager for Peco Foods. 
 

Stephanie Lowe

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