Leadership Principles & Profiles

Registration for the 2025-26 class is open now!

Invitation to apply

The ability to communicate effectively and lead employees in a way that makes them feel valued is essential to business success. That was a key conclusion from employers who participated in a Middle Market Summit hosted this spring by The Main Line Chamber of Commerce.

Effective communication, finding inspiration from outstanding leaders and learning to lead change will be core topics for the upcoming class of Leadership Principles & Profiles being recruited through the month of August. Up to 24 individuals will spend 26 hours – that’s four 6.5 hour days spread out over four months – with CEOs, trainers who have been vetted and an assessment and training program developed by global business education leader Wiley Group.

Employers can count on their team members to learn actionable skills they can put to work right away. Class components include:

Conversations
with inspiring leaders

Access to and interaction with highly successful CEOs who share their philosophies and struggles in an open discussion format has been one of the keys to the success of The Main Line Chamber of Commerce’s leadership programs. Learn strategies that work, and hurdles overcome by these experienced leaders.

"I've taken other management training and have found takeaways in this program that are truly helping me as I return to work between sessions," said one recent participant.

Essential leadership
skills training

Topics are tailored to the greatest needs of the class, with core trainings and practical application in 1) communications, including how to make people feel like they matter and are valued, especially when you are managing a blend of remote and in-office workers trying to keep them engaged. 2) leading change 3) productive conflict 4) and addressing behavior that holds back teams. The exact curriculum will be, in part, tailored to the needs identified by class members and the individuals who sponsor them. Instruction is in keeping with a philosophy of winning buy-in, increasing engagement and empowering team members to be their best.

In-depth sessions on 1) crafting a vision 2) building alignment and 3) championing execution

While the DiSC® assessment tool is often used to help better understand communication, work style and improve teamwork, Leadership Principles & Profiles goes beyond that with its focus on the Everything DiSC® Work of Leaders™ Profile. Work of Leaders develops best practices in leadership behavior when affecting change or a project, while using collaborative and interactive “think tank” learning.

Four days of in-person training

With a cohort of fellow managers and leaders, including the ability to participate remotely when necessary, the 4 days of in-person sessions are October 21, November 18, December 16 in 2025 and January 13 in 2026 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Facilitator: Dana Riker Jackson is the founder of Riker Opportunity Institute Inc., an organizational development business that has worked with CEOs and human resource professionals for more than 28 years to address issues to help companies reach their full potential. Dana is an authorized partner of the Everything DiSC® and Five Behaviors™ Assessments and Programs that are Wiley Brands to enhance organizational performance.

Who, where and how much: This program is for anyone, from aspiring team leader to CEO, who manages people or is on a path to leadership. Morning snacks and a catered lunch are provided for in-person gatherings that will be held in the Radnorshire Room in the Radnor Township Building. The in-person experience is best. If necessary, there will be a virtual option to attend. The cost is $2,400 for Chamber Members. Applicants who apply prior to August 25 will receive a $200 discount.

Outcome: Participants will come away with a network of fellow leaders, improved understanding of effective leadership and enhanced management skills, along with opportunities for continuous learning and improvement. The program is a great fit for anyone who leads teams and those who seek to influence their networks through strong communication.

Application: Click here

For information: Contact MLCC Staff Member Meg Maurer at [email protected].

This program is generously supported by:

Congratulations to the class of 2024-25:

Ryan Binck, LMC
George Collins, Malvern Health, Inc.
Maxine Cuffe, The Haverford Trust Company
Scott Goodwin, Nolan Painting
Tricia Greipp, Highmark Blue Shield
Nate Heller, Shreiner Tree Care
Erin Hughes, The Haverford Trust Company
Tracey Krum, Radnor Township
Denise Linn, M&T Bank
Christen Martinelli, Today Media
Brian McCarthy, Open Tier Systems LLC
Regina Parissi, The Haverford Trust Company
Barbara Rader, The O'Connor Group
Irwin Roman, Lincoln Financial Group
Jennifer Schoener, Upper Darby Arts & Education Foundation
Molly Stubbs, Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health
Khaleef Taylor, Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health
Steve Testa, Nolan Painting
Cherese Thomas, Kencrest
Ed Wright, Bentley Systems
Dong-Ya Zhou, Lower Merion Township

Leadership Principles & Profiles

Invitation to apply

Conversations
with inspiring leaders

Essential leadership
skills training

In-depth sessions on 1) crafting a vision 2) building alignment and 3) championing execution

Four days of in-person training

NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES

MEMBER NEWS

Leadership Principles & Profiles

Invitation to apply

Conversationswith inspiring leaders

Essential leadershipskills training

In-depth sessions on 1) crafting a vision 2) building alignment and 3) championing execution

Four days of in-person training

NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES

MEMBER NEWS

Conversations
with inspiring leaders

Essential leadership
skills training