Susan Vogt Leadership
Development

Program 2.0 - 2023-24

Program Background

The Susan Vogt Leadership Development Program honors the remarkable work and spirit of Susan Vogt, Vice President of Finance and Treasurer at Wellesley College from 2000 to 2003. The program carries on her legacy by connecting, developing, and supporting emerging leaders from TBC’s member institutions. The program seeks to increase awareness of the Consortium’s values and activities at the grassroots level, connect and engage practitioners in meaningful dialogue, and foster collaboration and camaraderie in the next generation of leaders.

There have been 15 cohorts since the program’s inception in 2003 with a total of 226 fellows. We are fortunate to have Mark Braun, who helped develop the original and 2.0 program, continue as a facilitator.

>  Program Overview

Designed for up to 22 fellows (one participant from each TBC member institution), the Susan Vogt Leadership Development Program 2.0 leverages experiential learning, behavioral theory, and coaching principles to help participants increase self-awareness, enhance communication and collaboration skills, and lead with greater intentionality and impact. The program is delivered virtually over seven months (with two in-person gatherings) and includes a self-rated assessment, facilitated group learning modules, group coaching, and an online learning hub.

Colleges and universities enjoy numerous benefits from their participation in the Vogt Leadership Development Program, including the ability to:

  • Retain and reinvigorate highly valued employees;
  • Develop stronger connections among the TBC institutions;
  • Enhance the value of membership in TBC.
>  Program Outline

In-Person Event: Alignment and Kick-Off

A kick-off meeting will be held with the fellows, facilitators, and TBC representatives. After the meeting fellows will be directed to the online learning hub to access the Predictive Index Behavioral Assessment and complete a goals assessment.

Guest speaker – Andrew Shennan, Provost and Dean of the College, Wellesley College

One-on-One Assessment Debrief

ClearRock will schedule a 30-minute virtual meeting with each fellow to debrief the results and provide insights on the self-rated assessment.

Virtual Facilitated Group Learning Modules

Module 1: Understanding Self /  Leverage the above behavioral assessment to improve self-awareness and explore how these behavioral needs impact others and influence leadership style.

Module 2: Leading Self /  Learn how your emotional intelligence, resilience, and mindfulness impact leadership effectiveness.

Module 3: Communicating Effectively /  Enhance communication practices that drive understanding and collaboration. Guest speaker –  Amanda Bailey, Vice President for Human Resources, Boston University

Module 4: Leading Teams /  Discover best practices for building high-performing and engaged teams.
Guest speaker –  George Cangiano, Vice President and CHRO, Bentley University

Module 5: Leadership Brand /  What separates leaders from managers and how to lead with authenticity and inspire others.
Guest speaker –  Meredith Ainbinder, Chief of Staff and Senior Advisor to the President, Brandeis University

Group Coaching Sessions

In between modules, fellows will attend monthly 90-minute group coaching sessions to help them apply new learnings in their day-to-day environment and to leverage the support, encouragement, and wisdom of the group to increase individual and organizational impact.

In-Person Event: Putting it into Action and Wrap Up

Fellows deliver a presentation that outlines professional goals, action steps, and outcomes, followed by a reception and closing remarks.

>  Program Dates 2023-24

All sessions are on Thursdays from 10:00 A.M to 12:30 P.M. unless otherwise noted. Attendance at all sessions is mandatory for participation in the program.

Session Date Location
Alignment and Kick-Off September 21, 2023
11:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.
TBC
One-on-One Assessment Debrief Scheduled at Kick-off Virtual
Module 1 October 5 Virtual
Group Coaching 1 October 19 Virtual
Module 2 November 2 Virtual
Group Coaching 2 November 16 Virtual
Module 3 November 30 Virtual
Group Coaching 3 December 14 Virtual
Module 4 January 11, 2024 Virtual
Group Coaching 4 January 25 Virtual
Module 5 February 8 Virtual
Group Coaching 5 February 29 Virtual
Putting it into Action and Wrap Up March 14, 1:00 to 6:00 P.M. TBA (in person)

 

>  Facilitators and Leaders

President of ClearRock and Facilitator: Laura Poisson, lpoisson@clearrock.com

Program Director, OD and Learning at BU, Executive Coach/ Facilitator: Mark Braun, mbraun@bu.edu

Executive Director, TBC: Kitty Kennedy, kkennedy@boston-consortium.org

Director of Programs, TBC: Jessica Smith, jsmith@boston-consortium.org

Program Administrator and Hub Developer: Parul Saraswat, psaraswat@clearrock.com

>  Submission Form and Vogt Alumni

All member institutions are encouraged to participate in the program. Each institution may select one participant with an opportunity to send additional individuals, if space is available.

Please complete and return the submission form by June 2.

Program Cost: $2,795 per participant to be funded by the member institution.

 

Follow the link below for a list of Vogt Alumni.

View Vogt Alumni

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