CEO Works Luncheon | Leading Through Chaos

CEO Works is a peer-to-peer private group wherein advice always comes from like-minded people solving real problems and with experience in similar situations. This group provides you the space to get solid advice from your community peers, make connections, and learn from the best. CEO Works events typically start and end with approximately 15-20 minutes of networking and include either a presentation or discussion in between.

Presentation Description

2025 is shaping up to be a year of transformative change—the kind that can bring both chaos and opportunity. As a leader, you’re faced with critical questions:

• How do I find clarity and meaning for myself and my team amidst uncertainty?
• How can I inspire new visions and guide my organization to thrive in the face of unpredictability?
• Where can I find the grounding, confidence, and courage to navigate an ever-evolving future?

In a world characterized by increasing volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA), traditional leadership approaches are no longer enough to navigate the challenges ahead. The answer lies in authentic leadership—a proven framework distilled from the practices of global leaders who have successfully navigated uncharted territories.

This 45-minute workshop is tailored for CEOs, senior leaders, and entrepreneurs who want to do more than just adapt to uncertainty—they want to thrive in it. You’ll explore the 4-step framework of authentic leadership, derived from real-world insights and success stories. Through examples such as Howard Schultz’s turnaround of Starbucks, Indra Nooyi’s visionary leadership at PepsiCo, and Steve Jobs’ ability to innovate under pressure, you’ll discover how authenticity and mental agility drive impactful leadership during times of chaos.

The session also features interactive exercises designed to provide immediate, practical tools for your leadership journey.

By the end of this workshop, you’ll walk away with new strategies, fresh insights, and actionable steps to lead with courage, clarity, and purpose in 2025.

Key Takeaways

• Learn a Proven Framework: Understand the 4-step Authentic Leadership Framework, distilled from global leadership insights and real-world success stories.
• Inspiration from Leaders: Explore how leaders like Howard Schultz, Indra Nooyi, Paul Pulman and Steve Jobs leveraged this framework to thrive in chaotic environments.
• Develop Mental Agility: Gain strategies for making effective decisions under pressure and managing ambiguity.
• Hands-On Reflection: Engage in guided exercises to connect leadership concepts to your own journey.

About the Presenter

Nada Khorchid is the CEO of Lead For Impact, a global leadership development organization specializing in coaching, consulting, and executive education. With over 20 years of experience in the technology sector, she played a key role in taking a startup from its seed stage to becoming a regional player. Throughout her career, Nada has held several executive positions and served on multiple boards, where she has been recognized for her ability to create environments that motivate teams to co-envision, co-create, innovate, and grow.

For the past six years, Nada has focused on leadership development and consulting, helping leaders become more effective, fulfilled, and impactful in their roles. Her approach combines strategic leadership with a deep understanding of human potential, enabling leaders to navigate complexity and drive meaningful change within their organizations.

As an adjunct faculty member, Nada specializes in strategic leadership and entrepreneurship.

At the heart of her work is a belief in a paradigm shift—one that integrates greater consciousness, authenticity, and purpose into the corporate world, enabling organizations to contribute to a more sustainable and human-centered future.

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