Designed for up to 23 fellows (one participant from each TBC member institution), the Susan Vogt Leadership Development Program 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 three in-person gatherings) and includes a self-rated assessment, facilitated group learning modules, group coaching, and an online learning hub.

Program fellows should have:

• At least three years’ experience managing people and/or teams and at least one direct report;
• A record as a strong performer; and
• An interest in growing leadership capablities and a willingness to participate fully in this program and as a collaborative member of TBC.

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.

In-Person Event: Alignment and Kickoff

A kickoff 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.

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.

Module 4: Leading Teams /  Discover best practices for building high-performing and engaged teams.

Module 5: Leadership Brand /  Learn what separates leaders from managers and how to lead with authenticity and inspire others.

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

Each fellow will share with the cohort what they learned from the program, their action steps, and their professional goals. This will be followed by closing remarks and a reception.

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 and completion of the program.

Vice President, Leadership Development/Executive Coaching and Facilitator: Jessica Kaplan, jkaplan@clearrock.com

Principal, Jeremy Goodman Consulting and Faciliator: Jeremy Goodman, jeremy@jeremygoodman.com

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

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

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

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

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 30, 2025.

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