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2010 Leadership Institute

From Manager to Leader

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Leadership Myth #157

You have to be born with the knack.

Mythbuster secret:

Leadership is a set of competencies you can learn.

Begin your journey from manager to leader by participating in the DMA Leadership Institute. This three-day, intensive learning opportunity is designed exclusively for CDM, CFPPs.

Leadership is a set of competencies you can learn.

Learn and practice the real competencies of leadership. Begin your journey from manager to leader by participating in the DMA Leadership Institute taught by expert leadership instructors, addressing the unique dynamics of a foodservice environment. This three-day, intensive learning opportunity is designed exclusively for CDM, CFPPs.

Walk away with the competence and confidence to build teams, boost productivity, and enjoy effective relationships with supervisors as well as those you supervise. You'll be ready to put new strategic leadership skills to work in your organization!

2009 Participant Testimonials:

“DMA's Leadership Institute is one of the most worthwhile programs I have attended. Getting to know and network with individuals that are in very similar work settings reinforced my decision for staying in the food service industry. Everyone in our line of work could benefit from this program.”

“A program worth your time. Inspiring and informational about the role of today’s CDM and what it takes to be a leader.”

“Leadership Institute helps to give you the strength and support to go forward and become a strong, confident leader.”

“This is one of the most intense programs I have ever attended! The professional networking was priceless and the curriculum was more than I would have expected. I would encourage everyone to attend this workshop. The goals I’ve set for myself and my department for the upcoming year will definitely reflect the information I’ve gained at the Institute!”

Leadership Institute Details

Institute will run on Monday, July 5, Tuesday, July 6 and Wednesday, July 7 at the Hilton Chicago. Click here for Schedule of Events.

14 CE Available

Hotel Location & Rates

Hilton Chicago
720 South Michigan Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60605
Tel: (312) 922-4400
www.chicagohilton.com

Single / Double: $169 • Triple / Quad: $199
These special discounted room rates are only available until June 9. After that date, the discounted rates will be awarded on a space-available basis only.
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Transportation

Shuttle Service
Airport Express travels from O’Hare and Midway Airports to Downtown Chicago. For rates and information go to: www.airportexpress.com

Parking
Self parking rates: 1-3 hrs $24, 3-6 hrs $28, 6-12 hrs $30, 12-24 hrs $43. Valet parking rates are: 0-6 hrs $32, 6-overnight $55.

Dress Code
Business casual attire is encouraged for all Leadership Institute and Annual Meeting events, with the exception of the Leadership Recognition Banquet (additional fee for those not registered for Annual Meeting). This event is semi-formal, with black tie optional.

Leadership Institute Curriculum
The DMA Leadership Institute delivers an extraordinary learning experience based on four pillars of competencies:

Leading change
Leading people
Leading strategically
Leading collaboratively

Pillar 1: Leading Change
Involves the ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet personal organizational goals. Inherent in this theme is the ability to establish (or participate in establishing) an organizational or personal vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment.
Competencies

Creativity
Innovation
Flexibility
Resilience
Initiative
Self confidence
Prudent risk-taking

Pillar 2: Leading People
Involves the ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Also involves the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflict.
Competencies

Conflict management
Diversity
Integrity
Accountability
Credibility
High-level communication
Developing others
Team building

Pillar 3: Leading Strategically
Involves the ability to meet organizational and personal goals and expectations. Inherent in this theme is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks.
Competencies

External awareness
Strategic thinking
Vision
Customer service
Decisiveness
Entrepreneurship
Problem-solving

Pillar 4: Leading Collaboratively
Involves the ability to work with others to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically and collaboratively in order to achieve organizational goals. Includes the ability to build and sustain a personal network of people to attain personal and business success.
Competencies

Building coalitions
Political savvy
Influencing/negotiating
Fostering cooperation