Elevate Your Leadership at the 2025 LEAD Symposium
Empower. Connect. Cultivate.
The Office of Human Resources, with strong support from senior leadership, presents the inaugural 2025 LEAD Symposium: Resilience and Wellbeing-Focused Leadership, on Thursday, Nov. 13, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Barnhardt Student Activity Center.
This university-wide initiative reflects a strategic commitment to cultivating resilient, empathetic and high-performing leaders across campus. The symposium, powered by the learning and organizational development unit, will feature nationally recognized speakers and evidence-based sessions designed to equip faculty and staff with tools to lead effectively in today’s dynamic environment.
“Leadership development is not just an HR priority—it’s a university imperative,” said Deidra Harris Lumpkins, associate vice chancellor for human resources. “We are proud to partner with campus and aspiring leaders to foster a culture where wellbeing and resilience are central to how we lead, support and grow together.”
Program Highlights
- Opening Remarks
Chancellor Sharon L. Gaber
Resilience and Wellbeing-Focused Leadership - Keynote Address
Andy Masters, award-winning author and speaker
Re-Imagining Workforce Culture and Embracing a Healthier Work-Life Mix - Breakout Sessions
- Harnessing Emotion in Leadership – Janaki Gooty
- AI and Leadership Effectiveness – George Banks and Wenwen Dou
- Social Skills and Leadership – Eric Heggestad
- Conflict Resolution for Leaders – Scott Deyo and Jen Amano
Why attend?
- Empower yourself and your teams with cutting-edge strategies for navigating change and thriving under pressure.
- Connect with fellow leaders to share best practices and build a powerful support network.
- Cultivate a resilient and high-performing environment that prioritizes both professional success and personal wellbeing.
Who should attend?
All faculty and staff are welcome to attend, managers and aspiring leaders are encouraged to attend.
Register today to be a part of this transformative experience.
For questions, contact the learning and organizational development team at hrtraining@charlotte.edu.