In today's environment of constant disruption, change is no longer a challenge to be managed, it is the core competency required for relevance and growth. To stay competitive, organizations and teams must continuously adapt. This makes it essential for leaders to understand and possess the skills to not just navigate change, but to effectively lead it.

That’s why Wake Forest Executive Education is offering its powerful, one-day intensive program: Leading Effective Change. This workshop is designed to equip you with the practical knowledge and actionable tools to turn organizational turbulence into strategic advantage.

Program Details

Date: Friday, November 14, 2025

Time: 8:00 AM – 4:15 PM

Location: In-Person, Wake Downtown, 455 Vine Street, Winston-Salem, NC

This program is more than theoretical; it provides a comprehensive process model for leading change. Participants are encouraged to bring a real-world change challenge from their own organization to immediately apply the tools and enhance their existing efforts. You'll work with expert faculty from Wake Forest University to gain a competitive advantage for your teams and organization.

Key Takeaways: Tools for Transformation

This intensive day is structured into four key sessions, giving current and emerging leaders practical, insightful guidance on how to lead effective change from start to finish. Topics covered include:

-Understanding the Nature of Change and anticipating the normal psychological reactions people have to it.

-Applying Process Models and various frameworks for effectively planning and leading transformation efforts.

-Forecasting the Impacts of change and proactively managing people’s response.

-Shaping a Learning and Adaptive Culture within your team or organization to facilitate continuous improvement.

Registration Details: Secure Your Seat

This essential workshop is designed for both new and experienced leaders wishing to enhance their ability to drive successful change initiatives. Attend individually or with your team for maximum impact.

-Member to Member Deals: Charlotte Chamber members are eligible for 15% off Open Enrollment Courses. To utilize this discount, select "Corporate Partner" and enter code chamber15 at checkout.

-Certificate Opportunity: This program can be taken individually or combined with three other open enrollment leadership programs to earn a Certificate in Leadership from Wake Forest Executive Education: https://sps.wfu.edu/programs/certificate-in-leadership/

Register here: https://sps.wfu.edu/programs/leading-effective-change/

The deadline to register for this session is November 6, 2025. Don’t wait to invest in the skills that will define your leadership success in the years to come. Register now and start leading effective change.