"As a longtime supporter of the YWCA and the mission of empowering women, I am thrilled to be a part of this leadership development program. I have had opportunities to work with many tremendous men and women. This is an opportunity for personal and community investment in the rich resource of women's leadership, which is central to the success of a business, family, community and nation."

-Elizabeth Kearney

Are you  looking for more meaning in your life?

Are you looking to grow your business and leadership skills?

Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, that frightens us.

       -Marianne Williamson

What is the program's impact on women?

• Connections and relationships
• Empowerment, inspiration and confidence
• Working from one's "signature strengths"
• Cultural competence--a transformative effect on perceptions and values
• Increased skills in areas including:
  • conflict management
  • consensus-building
  • delegating and motivation
  • facilitating others
  • financial understanding
  • maintaining an intentional focus
  • decision-making
  • civic action

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"The Elizabeth Kearney Women's Leadership Development Program has transformed the way I view my role as a leader. The program has taught me how to live in my areas of strength and to be deliberate in how I lead my life. I feel I have renewed energy to help me make a difference at my workplace, in the community, and with my family. The program has provided an exceptional networking opportunity to meet and work with amazing women from diverse backgrounds. My confidence as a leader has increased exponentially and I know I can lead both a successful and happy life."

-Kari Juni, Director of Customer Relations Hickory Tech

"The Women's Leadership Program has given me a glimpse into my community I didn't have before. It made me look inside as well as outside myself. We were a powerful, enthusiastic group of women that has had dormant dreams awakened; internal challenges calling us to a new level. Each month we heard women share their real-life stories on how they impacted their world. It made me realize...I'm just like her and if she can change her world, I can too! Every month we walked away with a new set of tools to use in our lives; things that no one can take away from us. Now it's our turn to use them to change our world. What a great gift that we will keep on giving. Thanks for this opportunity."

-Julie Hawker, Outsource Training Providers, LLC

"As a stay-at-home- mom contemplating re-entering the workforce, this leadership program was just what I needed. Every month I looked forward to the information packed session led my dynamic and impressive women and men from our community. I also enjoyed meeting and working with the other wonderful women in the program and look forward to continuing these friendships in the long run."

-Laura Stevens, United Way

"How do you define leadership? Who is a leader? How does one lead effectively? Why aren't there more recognized women leaders?  My expectations have been blown out of the water by the incredible learning opportunities and actual leadership examples brought to the table during our training sessions. This is not what I expected! It is so much more than I could have hoped for. Layers have been peeled away and new energy, focus, and courage have been brought to the surface."

-Nancy Pehling

"I had no idea the amount of material and ideas that would be shared that would directly impact my life. This is truly the most powerful program I have ever attended."

-Sue McPartland, CEO From the Woods

• "(The program) provided specific suggestions for career considerations and great reminder of what is important."
• "These three (presenters) were fun and funny and full of knowledge. I want them all to be my mentor!"
• "One of the most surprising panels was a group of influential women who have had to diversify and cope - yet still appear so powerful and strong."
• "This segment helped me achieve a better understanding of who I am in my career...leader vs. manager. Well presented. I really enjoyed this segment and the group discussion."
• "I have used this to make some key changes at my work. Additionally, the "aha" accompanying this presentation allowed me to grow as a leader."

To continue the legacy of her work and spirit, the Kathie Davis Scholarship is available for selected participants in the program. Women active in rural and/or agricultural issues are encouraged to apply.

Contributions for the scholarship fund may be made to the YWCA -- Kathie Davis Scholarship. Read Kathie's Bio.

6.7 CEUs are availabile through Minnesota State University, Mankato's Extended Learning program.

Diana Gabriel, PCC

Professional Certified Coach