Name: Women In Leadership
Start: 2024-06-13T08:00:00-06:00
Location: Spearfish & Rapid City

The 11th Annual Women in Leadership cohort is a 4-day professional development intensive in the Black Hills. Elevate your career trajectory with strategic leadership and management training designed for women focused on advancing in leadership positions and enhancing in their personal satisfaction in their workplace.
Whether you're an intrapreneur, entrepreneur, or both, this program is tailored to unlock your position as a leader in today's dynamic world. Learn from industry experts as you cultivate confidence through strategic mindset, personal well-being, finesse in communication, inner circle development, and professional skillsets.
Each day, participants will engage in experiential learning and dedicated time to expand their exploringemerging business trends, exchanging books and podcasts, and fostering the growth of their professional circle.
Claim your seat at the table to propel your career to the next level!
Women In Leadership is sponsored by Pioneer Bank & Trust.
| PROGRAM DATES |
June 13 & 14 | July 18 & 19
| Session 1 – Spearfish, The Joy Center |
Thursday, June 13 – 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Friday, June 14 – 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Session 1 focuses on leadership and empowering participants to leverage their unique perspectives and strengths to effect positive change in their organizations and communities.
Session 1 Objectives:
- CifftonStrengths Assessment
- Harness Influence
- Personal Branding
- Leadership Presence
- Power of Mentorship
- Conflict Management
- Emotional Intelligence
- Hard Conversations Strategies
- Authenticity Development
Session 1 Presenters:
- Michelle May, G.A.T.E. Consulting
- Michelle Kane, Sanford Underground Research Facility
- Kayla Klein, Klein Visioneering Group
- Dr. Pricilla Romkema, BHSU, Dean of College of Business, Emeritus
- Julie Hinker, Creative Hook Digital Marketing

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| Session 2 – Rapid City, Black Hills State University – Rapid City |
Thursday, July 18 – 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday, July 19 – 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
In Session 2, participants will deepen their management principles by exploring interpersonal dynamics, technical trainings, and strategies for effective people management.
Session II Objectives:
- Professional Development Plans
- Project Management
- Managerial Time Mangement, Delegation, and Prioritization
- Candid Conversation with Community Leaders
- Creating Culture and Building Your Team
- Public Speaking
- Making Moves: Employee to Manager
- Financial Deep Dive – Building Budgets & Financial - Projections
- Negotiation
- Professional Presence Inside & Out
Session II Presenters:
- Leah Braun, City of Rapid City
- Dr. Lily Bruckner, Be Iron Consulting
- Sarah Davis and Carrie Christensen, Ketel Thorstenson, LLP
- Elizabeth Freer, SD CEO West Women’s Business Center
- Vicki Fredricks, Color Me For You
- Kayla Klein, Klein Visioneering Group
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Included:
- Women's Business Summit ticket (Value $120+) (October 24, The Lodge At Deadwood)
- ClifftonStrengths Assessment
- Personal Color Assessment
- Daily Lunch
- Coffee and snacks
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Learn more here: https://sdceo.ecenterdirect.com/events/1018901
REGISTRATION DEADLINE - May 22nd or until full
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The SD CEO West Women's Business Centers is funded in part by the U.S. Small Business Administration and hosted by Black Hills State University.
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Bailey Sadowsky at [email protected] or call (605) 642.6435.