ITAA Administrative Leadership Workshop Series
Description
Announcing the ITAA Leadership Development Workshop Series
The ITAA Administrative Leadership Committee, through ITAA Professional Development, is excited to introduce the ITAA Leadership Development Workshop Series launching in August of 2025. This five-part series is designed to help faculty members and administrators develop essential leadership skills tailored to academic and professional environments.
Expert Moderators & Engaging Content
Dr. Lynn Boorady and Dr. Jung Ha-Brookshire will facilitate the workshops, drawing on their extensive expertise and professional networks to offer valuable insights. Sessions will include interactive discussions, curated readings, practical worksheets, and real-world case studies to enhance learning.
Why Participate?
Navigating leadership roles in academia and professional organizations requires specialized skills. This workshop series will explore the specific challenges of academic leadership and offer practical strategies for overcoming them. Participants will develop deeper understanding of leadership dynamics, effective team management, budgeting, and strategic decision-making all while expanding their professional networks.
Workshop Objectives
Participants will:
- Develop key leadership skills tailored to academia and professional organizations.
- Enhance their ability to manage teams, communicate effectively, and resolve conflicts.
- Understand how data plays a crucial role in decision-making and budgeting strategies.
- Gain tools for managing change, innovation, and strategic planning.
- Build a network of peers within this inaugural cohort to share insights and challenges in leadership roles.
Topics
The series consists of four 90-minute online sessions and one 4-hour in-person session (during the annual conference) over the course of one academic year. Sessions are scheduled as follows:
- Understanding Leadership (August 12, 2025; 2:00 pm EST online)
- Effective Communication (October 14, 2025; 2:00 pm EST online)
- Data-Driven Decision-Making (November 19, 8:00 am– 12:00 pm in-person at the ITAA Annual Conference in St. Louis, Missouri)
- Budget Management (February 10, 2026; 2:00 pm EST online)
- Work-Life Balance (April 14, 2026; 2:00 pm EST online)
Cost & Registration
The complete workshop series is available to active ITAA members for $1,500. A 10% early registration discount is available for those who register by July 31, reducing the total cost to $1,350. If you previously attended the Data-Driven Decision-Making workshop at the 2024 ITAA Annual Conference, you are eligible to enroll in the remaining four online sessions for $900, with the same 10% early registration discount available. Registrations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants who complete the full workshop series will earn the ITAA Leadership Certificate, and their accomplishment will be recognized in the ITAA newsletter. Please note that all proceeds from these workshops go directly toward supporting ITAA’s operational expenses; the workshop leaders graciously volunteer their time and expertise.
To register for either option, please visit:
https://itaa.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/itaa/event.jsp?event=7188&
Who Should Attend?
This workshop series is ideal for:
- Faculty seeking leadership roles in academic or professional organizations.
- Current department chairs, program directors, or committee chairs.
- Faculty aspiring to serve in professional organizations or academic administrative positions.
Join Us!
Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your leadership skills and connect with peers in academia. Register early to take advantage of the discounted rate! For more information, visit the ITAA website or contact executive_director@itaaonline.org.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Lynn and Jung