The strategy behind ICAN's Leadership Circles is inspired in part by Margaret Wheatley's model of peer-to-peer conversations and the idea that "a leader is anyone willing to help". Our approach transcends the typical business card-swapping event to provide women with a genuine mentoring platform to engage in smart and mindful conversations about family, work, personal issues and leadership capabilities. You are invited to speak and hear the truth and the strength and enlightenment that can come from the power of the circle must not be underestimated.

OUTCOMES

- Expanded community networks
- Meaningful relationships based on trust and goodwill
- Individual skill building with motivation to implement change
- Heightened self-awareness
- The unforgettable experience of the power of the circle

FEEDBACK

I truly enjoyed being with such a diverse group of women. It was great that we hardly knew anything about each other in the beginning, then came to know a lot about each other and finally learned a great deal about ourselves through the experience and the group."
Mary V., Mary Anne Vaccaro Designs
 
"I absolutely love the Circle! It was very well worth the time. I think this is a wonderful series and the perfect balance of reading, reflecting and sharing."
Cynthia C., “Job Transition”
 
"This has been a life-changing experience for me!"
Tricia F., Chief Deputy County Attorney
 
"This series is a wonderful forum for women to be authentic in a safe setting."
Monica F., Celebrity Staff
 
"Helped me realize things about myself that will help me find my direction in the future."
Leslie L., Woodmen of the World
 
"I loved it and in fact started a Leadership Circle at work."
Maggie A., Offutt Air Force Base

Designed For
Women seeking mentorship 

method
Four evening sessions (2.5 hours each) for four weeks.

Professional Experience
All Levels

Group size
15-25 participants

Program Leaders
Karen Baldwin
Laura Roccaforte

Content Themes
Be Real: Speak Your Truth
The Power of Meaningful Connections
Be Coming: Living Your Leadership Now
Be Fearless: Practicing Fearlessness
Be Grateful: Harvesting the Gifts

Example Tools
Meg Wheatley’s ‘Four-Step Model for Change’
Model of Shared Inquiry & Dialogue

date, price, location
Spring 2012
Date: April 19, 26 & May 3, 10, 2012  
Price: $299
Location: Omaha Metro Area

Fall 2012
Date: October 23, 30 & November 6, 13, 2012  
Price: $299
Location: Omaha Metro Area