Essential Leadership Skills for Business Owners

Led by Kevin Chorniak, this course equips leaders with the mindset, habits, and skills to lead themselves and others.
About this Event

Join The Iowa Center and Kevin Chorniak with Bankers Trust for a no-cost presentation on ‘Essential Leadership Skills for Business Owners.’ This 90-minute presentation will cover strategic decision-making, leading with emotional intelligence, adaptability, effective communication, conflict resolution, delegation, and fundamental aspects of essential leadership skills for business owners.

With over 30 years of senior executive leadership experience, Kevin Chorniak will present key leadership topics and host break-out sessions, giving attendees time to receive individualized coaching and networking opportunities.

Part 1: Leading Yourself
Participants will focus on building a strong leadership foundation by developing self-awareness, emotional intelligence, adaptability, and strategic decision-making skills. Through practical frameworks and reflective exercises, you will learn how to navigate challenges with resilience, make thoughtful decisions under pressure, and cultivate a leadership style rooted in clarity, confidence, and personal accountability.

Part 2: Leading Your Team
This section focuses on applying leadership principles within a team setting. Participants will learn how to communicate effectively, resolve conflict constructively, delegate tasks with intention, and build trust across their teams. Emphasis is placed on creating a culture of accountability, empowerment, and collaboration, enabling teams to perform at a higher level while fostering engagement and long-term success.

Unable to attend this event? Check out our Essential Leadership Skills for Business Owners virtual class on Wednesday, August 12 at 3 p.m.