Industry Leaders Enhance Their Skills at Leading With Purpose

The Leading with Purpose: Education Summit 2024 kicked off with fervor on Friday, May 3rd at The Pines at Genesee, drawing industry leaders eager to enhance their leadership skills and gain valuable insights from seasoned experts. The summit, renowned for its focus on professional growth and leadership development, featured several impactful sessions, including a breakout session led by Lori Snider and a keynote address by Dr. Debbie Phillips.

The breakout session titled "Focus," led by Lori Snider, captivated attendees with its emphasis on strategies to sharpen concentration, target distractions, and enhance productivity in an individual's leadership role. Snider, a prominent figure in Colorado's education sector with over three decades of experience, delved into practical techniques aimed at fostering clarity and efficiency. Her session provided leaders with actionable steps to streamline their workflows, prioritize tasks, and maintain a focused mindset amid the daily chaos of leadership responsibilities.

Meanwhile, the keynote address delivered by Dr. Debbie Phillips, an esteemed authority with over 30 years of international experience in real estate and coaching, resonated deeply with participants. Dr. Phillips shared a wealth of leadership tips and ideas, focusing on actionable strategies to inspire and empower each individual personally. Her insights spanned the importance of authentic communication, building trust, and nurturing a culture of accountability within a leader's team. Dr. Phillips emphasized the value of leading by example and cultivating a transparent and open environment where team members feel valued and heard.

The summit was designed to provide high-level industry professionals with the tools and takeaways necessary to cultivate successful teams. Attendees were encouraged to invest in their professional growth by creating and leaving with a personal Professional Development plan. Additionally, the summit offered tools and resources to tackle tough conversations, helping leaders navigate challenging interpersonal dynamics with confidence and clarity. Understanding the cornerstones of effective coaching was another key focus, equipping leaders with the skills to guide their teams toward peak performance. The audience had the opportunity to gain further leadership expertise from Dr. Phillips and chose from three highly regarded books at the Education Summit BookBar: "Radical Candor," "The Speed of Trust," and "Crucial Conversations."

Participants also received a free All Access Pass to the Apartment Association of Metro Denver’s (AAMD) Tradeshow on May 14th, including an exclusive Education Conference & Trade Show workshop facilitated by Clover Sharpe and Amanda Lingenfelser, the EAC Chair and Vice-Chair Members. 

Overall, the Leading with Purpose: Education Summit 2024 proved to be a valuable educational experience for industry leaders, offering them the insights, tools, and inspiration needed to lead with purpose and drive themselves and their teams toward success.