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Leader Program

ESPA LEADER PROGRAM

 

ESPA’s leadership program is for members at the associate director, director and VP level and is a forum for leaders in the service field to collaborate, share best practices and talk through challenges and solutions.

Leaders within our member organizations meet on a regular basis to discuss key topics for those leading services departments.  A dedicated track is held at the Annual Conference.  Recent topics have included:

  • Demonstrating the value of services to your organization
  • Goalsetting and budgeting
  • Best practices and new services
  • Leading through change & challenging times

If you are in a leadership position in event services, contact us to learn more about how ESPA can support you in your role.

Our Upcoming Call:

Topic:Thriving Through the Chaos: Reigniting Your Passion in an Overworked World
Date: Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 1:00pm ET
Sponsored By:

 

Are you a leader struggling with burnout, stress, and the overwhelming demands of our always-on world? Do you find your passion fading under the weight of endless to-dos and constant pressure?

In this empowering session with Talli Dolge, MS.Ed, you’ll discover how to reclaim your joy, reignite your passion, and lead with renewed energy, even amidst the chaos of today’s workplace.

Here’s what you’ll takeaway:

  • Practical strategies for overcoming burnout and prioritizing your well-being.
  • Techniques for setting healthy boundaries and managing your workload effectively.
  • Insights into mindful leadership and how it can transform your approach to work.
  • Methods for reconnecting with your inner purpose and rediscovering the joy in your leadership role.

This isn’t about quick fixes or denying the realities of our busy lives. It’s about a fundamental shift in how we approach our work and ourselves. Join us to learn how to thrive, not just survive, and lead authentically and passionately in an overworked world.

Who should attend:

  • Anyone who wants to prioritize their well-being and rediscover their passion for their work.
  • Individuals seeking practical strategies for managing stress and thriving in a demanding environment.

Walk away with:

  • Renewed energy and enthusiasm for your work.
  • Tangible tools and techniques for managing stress and preventing burnout.
  • A deeper understanding of mindful leadership and its benefits.
  • A renewed sense of purpose and passion for your leadership journey.

Speaker:

Talli Dolge, MS.Ed,
Founder & Creator
Mobile Mental Wellness Collaborative

Note: After registering, you will receive a link from Zoom to join the call. If you do not receive this link by the morning of the roundtables please email ESPA headquarters at info@epsaonline.org at least 1 hour before the start of the program and the link will be resent to you.

Previous Leadership Calls:

Thursday, September 26, 2024
Topic:
C-Suite Insights: How to Establish and Showcase Your Services ROI

 

Credit: 1 hour

Domain: A: Strategic Planning

Tuesday, July 23, 2024
Topic:
GenAI – Your New Favorite Intern

 

Credit: 1 hour

Domain: A: Strategic Planning

 

Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Topic:
Roundtables: Hot Topics for Event Services Leaders

 

Credit: 1 hour

Domain: A: Strategic Planning

Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Topic:
Leaders: New Service Strategies. What’s on tap for 2024?

 

Credit: 1 hour

Domain: E: Human Resources

Tuesday, September 19, 2023
Topic:
Tips and Tricks for Empowered Leaders

 

Credit: 1 hour

Domain: E: Human Resources

 

Thursday, July 27, 2023
Topic:
Fired-Up Culture

 

Credit: 1 hour

Domain: E: Human Resources

 

May 31, 2023
Topic:
Topic: Cultivating Leaders: Planning for Future Success

 

Credit: 1 hour

Domain: E: Human Resources

March 21, 2023
Topic:
Hot Topics that Keep Leaders Up at Night – ESPA Leadership Roundtables

 

Credit: 1 hour

Domain: A: Strategic Planning

November 29, 2022
Topic:
Fired-Up! Culture
 Domain: E: Human Resources

September 27, 2022
Topic
: New Services Certification – Event Service Professional Certification (ESPC)
 Domain: E: Human Resources

July 26, 2022
Topic:
From Burnout to Better
Domain: N/A

June 14, 2022
Topic:
Spring Cleaning for Services: How to go Back to the Basics

Domain: A: Strategic Planning

March 29, 2022
Topic:
Leadership Roundtables: Best Practices for a Hybrid Work Model

Domain: A: Strategic Planning

November 30, 2021
Topic:
The Evolution of Hiring and Onboarding

 Domain: E: Human Resources

September 28, 2021
Topic:
DEI – The Services Contribution

 Domain: E: Human Resources

July 20, 2021
Topic: 
How to Elevate your Servicing Model with Intellectual Capital

 Domain: A: Strategic Planning

May 25, 2021
Topic: 
Rebound – An ESPA Leadership Roundtable

 Domain: A: Strategic Planning

March 30, 2021
Topic: 
Inspiring Women in Hospitality

 Domain: A: Strategic Planning

October 20, 2020
Topic:
Interactive Roundtable – Site Visits COVID-Style
 Domain:
A: Strategic Planning

September 22, 2020
Topic: Goalsetting and Budgeting for FY 2021
 Domain: A: Strategic Planning

September 8, 2020
Topic:
Post-COVID-19 Case Study: Orange Country Convention Center
Domain: 
A: Strategic Planning

August 25, 2020
Topic:
Post-COVID-19 Case Study: Indianapolis
Domain:
A: Strategic Planning

August 11, 2020
Topic:
Marketing that Brings Meetings
Domain: 
I: Marketing

July 28, 2020
Topic:
Leading Greatly In Challenging Times
Domain:
E: Human Resources

July 14, 2020
Topic:
Leading Through Change
Domain:
E: Human Resources

June 30, 2020
Topic: 
Virtual Post COVID-19 Promotional Trips
Domain:
H: Site Management

June 16, 2020
Topic: 
Virtual Site Tours
Domain:
H: Site Management

June 2, 2020
Topic: 
In-Person Site Tours in a Post COVID-19 World
Domain:
H: Site Management

May 19, 2020
Topic: Staff Moral
 Domain: E: Human Resources

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