Elevate Academy: Foundations of Leadership (2026)

Overview:

Foundations of Leadership is a new dynamic leadership development program designed for professionals across various industries who are ready to step into leadership roles or enhance their existing skills. Through interactive workshops, expert-led discussions, and real-world applications, participants will gain essential leadership competencies, including effective communication, team management, and strategic thinking. This cohort-based program fosters collaboration and networking among professionals from diverse backgrounds, providing a supportive environment for growth.

Elevate is available exclusively to AIM members and delivers modern, impactful, and strategic content designed to help high-performing individual contributors and both developing and seasoned managers deliver maximum impact to their respective organizations. Elevate graduates will lead with vision, empower with purpose, and inspire teams to deliver results.

Timeline

The AIM Elevate: Foundations of Leadership will be conducted over 8 weeks with 1-5pm sessions every other Thursday starting April 16, 2026.

Tuition

AIM Member: $4,000

**Payment is due at the time of registration. AIM will consider requests for alternative payment arrangements. All such requests should be made via email and state the circumstances that warrant a payment plan. To receive a full refund, participants must withdraw at least 30 days before the commencement of the first class. Transfer of registration to a colleague is permitted.

Program Dates:

April 16- Orientation

April 30- The Look of Leadership

May 14- Motivating Performance

May 28- Changing Leadership

June 11- Performance Coaching

June 25- Leading Through Conflict

July 9- Developing Your Team

July 23- Action Leadership and Graduation

Host or Publisher AIM Institute