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LEADForward Roundtables
Strengthening High-Potential Women Leaders
The LEADForwardSM Roundtables program offers a transformative, year-long leadership development experience, tailored specifically for high-performing women eager to amplify their impact and propel their careers to new heights. Each cohort is expertly facilitated by Accendo coaches—successful female executives and certified leadership coaches—creating a vibrant environment that fosters strategic growth, peer collaboration, and personalized coaching.
Program Investment & Structure
- $4,800 tuition to be paid upon acceptance into the program. This includes all program costs, materials, and graduation.
- Limited to 18 participants
- Nine half-day, themed roundtable sessions held throughout the year
- Three one-on-one executive coaching sessions tailored to each participant’s career goals
Feed Forward Opportunity Seat
Each group session features the Feed Forward Opportunity Seat, a collaborative experience where participants present a real-time challenge or decision point. The cohort then offers forward-looking insights and strategic perspectives, helping the individual gain clarity, confidence, and actionable solutions.
“I would never have been able to perform to the fullest in my role without the LEADForward experience….”
– Suneera Madhani
Founder, Stax Payments
Program Themes
✓ Leading through Self-discovery and Personal Vision
✓ Leading with Emotional Intelligence
✓ Leading with Executive Presence and Confidence
✓ Accelerating Your Career through Development, Networks, Mentorship and Sponsorship
✓ Communicating with Confidence, Presence and Authority
✓ Leading and Coaching to Ignite and Engage People
✓ Discover Your Super Powers
✓ Negotiating to Get What You Want
✓ Practicing Balance and Renewal
✓ Leadership Simulation and Celebration
Who Should Participate?
LEADForward Roundtables are designed for high-performing women leaders who are ready to take their careers to the next level. Ideal candidates typically:
- have 15+ years of professional experience with a strong track record in leadership roles;
- are seeking to advance at least one to two levels in their career; and
- are committed to personal growth, strategic leadership, and peer collaboration.
Program Outcomes
- Enhanced strategic clarity and executive presence
- A trusted peer network of accomplished professionals
- Actionable insights to navigate complex leadership challenges
- A renewed sense of purpose and confidence
“Not only did it give me a path, I actually saw the results in my career! I would refer LEADForward — it can be the difference that you’ve been waiting for….”
– Trish Wingerson
Vice President of Public Relations, Orlando Magic
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LEADForward Roundtables
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Director, Programs