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Women in Leadership with AI Driven Engagement Program

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Women have always been at the forefront of policy change and breaking barriers. Today’s female executives work hard to balance personal and professional lives while exceeding expectations. Resilience and determination continue to empower women toward their goals to become chiefs of industry. You’ll learn to navigate the nuances of thought leadership, barrier destruction, and organizational influence. The Women in Leadership with AI Driven Engagement Program serves as a platform for women to engage and uplift each other by inspiring positive change.

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About the Program

The Women in Leadership with AI Driven Engagement Program is designed by industry experts for professionals seeking expert advice, strategies, and practical tools. From your initial Personal Leadership assessment, to team building, negotiation strategies, communications, organizational culture and more, be ready to roll up your sleeves and apply new skills in this hands-on, interactive course.

Benefits to Companies

Gain strategies to reduce lost revenue and improve work performance.
Convert unproductive conflict to profitable dialogue.
Encourage high-value employees to realize their full potential.
Hone and perfect managerial skills.
Develop specific tools for managing communication and productivity among diverse, interpersonal styles.
Encourage health and well-being of employees by improving overall organizational behavior.
Perfect decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Benefits to Students

Discover impactful skills and tools for leadership, resulting in an improved bottom line.
Learn the secrets of happiness for work-life balance.
Set goals for negotiation and strategy and make actionable plans.
Understand the many facets of transformational and transactional leadership and its effect on obtaining an ethical ROI.
Assert your power and position without compromising integrity.
Evade the antiquated methods of valuing your worth and demonstrate your real value through appropriate communication and dialogue.

Inclusivity Statement

This course is open to all learners. While the curriculum focuses on leadership experiences and challenges frequently associated with women in organizational settings, enrollment, participation, and assessment are not limited by sex, gender identity, or gender expression. All individuals seeking to support women’s advancement and inclusive leadership are welcome here.

Enroll in the Women in Leadership with AI Driven Engagement Program Today!

6 Modules Online ($4,995)

Start today – conveniently self-paced learning!
Includes your Course Workbook & all course materials.
Enjoy hands-on projects & interactive discussions.
Earn your Certificate of Completion in just 8 weeks!

Women in Leadership with AI Driven Engagement Curriculum

Learn how to navigate the nuances of leading through thought leadership, barrier destruction, and influence. Each module helps you assess your skills, develop your thoughts, and work out your strategies. Even better, this course provides you with the Women in Leadership with AI Driven Engagement Ultimate Toolkit with OVER 70 workbooks, eBooks, team focused activities, online templates, assessments, planning guides, discussion posters, and more. All to help YOU on the road to success.

From the ongoing battle for equal rights to the breaking of barriers in the workplace, women face complex issues in a dynamic environment that has been dominated by men for centuries. Even in the face of adversity, women continually meet or exceed company expectations while continuing to juggle the day-to-day. The modern-day woman is often required to transition from mogul to mother in a matter of minutes. Enjoy a course created and taught by women leaders, for women leaders!

Module 1 – Leading with Authority in Data-Driven Environments

During this module, participants examine how decisions form in complex environments, where clarity erodes under pressure, and how structured evaluation lenses strengthen leadership judgment before approval momentum builds.

Module 2 – Power, Politics, and Resource Allocation

During this module, participants learn how to align marketing decisions to business outcomes, executive priorities, and measurable definitions of success while confronting incentive conflicts, power dynamics, and the risk of metric driven misbehavior in automated systems.

Module 3 – Judgment, Risk, and Human Accountability

During this module, participants deepen their understanding of consequence, risk exposure, and escalation responsibility, strengthening their ability to intervene appropriately when outcomes carry reputational, legal, or human impact.

Module 4 – Trust, Visibility, and Executive Communication

During this module, participants strengthen their ability to communicate under visibility, lead conversations that preserve credibility, and articulate responsible oversight in environments where change is scrutinized.

Module 5 – Strategic Negotiation and Value Alignment

During this module, participants examine how organizations assign value, how initiatives compete for support, and how leaders position contributions so that responsible work receives sustained investment.

Module 6 – Governance, Culture, and Long-Horizon Leadership

During this module, participants elevate their perspective to institutional stewardship, exploring governance responsibility, workforce evolution, and cultural resilience as foundations for sustainable progress.

Capstone Project: Your Leadership Stewardship Portfolio

Build a Leadership Stewardship Portfolio that sharpens judgment, alignment discipline, and governance maturity for complex, data-shaped decisions. Present and defend your executive positioning with stakeholder plans and stewardship frameworks.

Program Instructors & Content Experts

The esteemed faculty serving as content advisors and instructors for the course are recognized experts in their fields. Whether their contributions come through teaching, creating innovative materials, mentoring students, or advising on course content, they bring a unique blend of vision, inspiration, and practical skills. Together, they challenge your thinking, enhance your performance, and help you excel in your role.

Stephene Klein

Stephene Klein is a trailblazer whose academic and professional journeys stand as a testament to her relentless pursuit of excellence. She holds three master’s degrees – an MBA, MPH, and MPHA – from Everglades University, Boca Raton, FL, where she graduated summa cum laude, marking her place at the pinnacle of her class with an unrivaled 4.0 GPA. This academic titan not only delivered the Graduate Commencement keynote address, inspiring a crowd of over 1,000 attendees, but she is also a notable faculty member guiding the next generation of leaders. Her profound insights and wealth of knowledge have shaped countless C-suite executives, fostering excellence and innovation on a global scale.

Outside of academia, Stephene has consistently made a global impact. She is a Gold Medalist, Storytelling Writing Award Winner (2024), and the recipient of the Global Vision Award for Brand Strategy (2023). She was also the featured cover story of South Florida Magazine (2021), and has etched her place in the global business echelons. Her dynamic role at Zschool, saw her spearhead over 500+ Advisory Board meetings, annually, shaping the strategic direction for over 10,000 CxOs and senior executives worldwide.

With over 20 years of award-winning business development and engagement marketing experience, coupled with more than 15 years of senior leadership roles, Stephene consistently drives sustainable revenue growth for leading global companies. Her extensive experience across multiple domains, including sales, marketing, and partnerships, and her well-established global network, position her as a catalyst for success in complex business environments.

Kathrine Higley (ORNL/NREL/Northrop Grumman) Group Manager, (NREL)

Kathrine Higley is a seasoned executive and operations leader with over 20 years of experience architecting enterprise-grade compliance, procurement, and supply chain strategies in high-stakes, highly regulated environments. With a distinguished career spanning premier institutions such as the Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), Northrop Grumman, and the U.S. Navy, Kathrine specializes in building the operational and structural foundations necessary for complex, global organizations to scale securely. Her leadership consistently drives cross-functional alignment, transforming stringent regulatory requirements into streamlined, cost-saving operational efficiencies.

Chequita McCullough McCullough Consulting Group (Founder) | Published author (#1 Amazon New Release). Forbes-featured leader

Chequita McCullough is a Forbes-featured executive and Master Certified Coach with over 25 years of experience driving organizational transformation across highly competitive, male-dominated industries. As the Founder of McCullough Consulting Group, her career is rooted in high-stakes leadership roles within major commercial real estate and enterprise operations, where she successfully managed multi-million-dollar portfolios and cultivated high-performing, cross-functional teams. Chequita specializes in aligning structural business strategies with human-centric processes, effectively removing barriers to growth and architecting environments where both profitability and people thrive.

Britney Beck Hi-Wire HR Consulting (Founder) | 20+ years executive HR. Featured speaker at The Business Show US.

Britney Beck is a highly accomplished executive human resources strategist and the Founder of Hi-Wire HR Consulting, bringing over two decades of experience in organizational design, risk management, and human-centric leadership. With a career anchored in driving systemic operational excellence highlighted by her extensive 17-year tenure directing HR and Central Services in the public utilities sector Britney specializes in architecting legally sound, high-performance environments. A featured speaker at The Business Show US and a published co-author endorsed by Tony Robbins, she is recognized for her unique ability to simplify complex compliance and people management challenges into scalable strategies that foster both corporate integrity and employee empowerment.

Annette Albertson RN, BSN, MBA | Navvis Healthcare (Senior Director/VP Client Operations) | Registered Nurse + MBA. Senior Director/VP at Navvis Healthcare

Annette Albertson is an innovative healthcare executive and registered nurse who uniquely bridges the gap between frontline clinical excellence and enterprise-level operational strategy. With a distinguished career spanning leadership roles at Navvis Healthcare, SSM Health, and currently as an Executive Partner at Nuva Ventures, Annette specializes in architecting scalable population health management and value-based care initiatives. Leveraging her deep clinical expertise (RN, BSN), business acumen (MBA), and the strategic discipline forged as a U.S. Army Intelligence Analyst, she designs data-driven, Lean Six Sigma-backed processes that transform complex clinical operations. Recognized as a Top Nurse in 2020, Annette has consistently led cross-functional teams to enhance quality metrics, achieve prestigious NCQA recognition, and unlock millions in shared savings across diverse healthcare ecosystems.

Melinda Amrein MSOL, PHR, SHRM-CP | Life Connection of Ohio (HR Director) | 30+ years

Melinda Amrein is a highly accomplished strategic human resources leader and executive instructor with over 30 years of experience partnering with C-suite executives to architect high-performing, resilient organizations. With a career spanning complex sectors featuring impactful tenures at TriHealth, Luxottica, Equipment Depot, and currently as HR Director at Life Connection of Ohio Melinda specializes in aligning people strategies with core business objectives. Holding a Master’s in Organizational Leadership and dual PHR/SHRM-CP certifications, she has a proven track record of driving profound operational efficiency, successfully modernizing HR systems, significantly reducing turnover, and realizing substantial enterprise cost savings through strategic benefits design and governance.

Tiffany Craft

Tiffany Craft is a global business leader specializing in international expansion, strategy, marketing, and advertising. She has successfully driven growth for brands like Calvin Klein across Latin America, Asia, and Europe, leveraging cultural insights to boost international revenue.

With expertise in strategic partnerships, retail, media, and entertainment, Tiffany has developed innovative marketing initiatives that enhance brand engagement and visibility. Her ability to merge traditional and digital strategies has led to award-winning campaigns and impactful business growth. Tiffany excels in fostering partnerships, leveraging digital innovation, and integrating AI to enhance efficiency. A sought-after speaker and mentor, she champions a culture of belonging and strategic transformation in global business.

Contact Us

For all program questions and information, please contact Heather Brown (program manager), who is best suited to answer your questions.
If you have a question specific to Harrisburg University, please contact Professional Education at Harrisburg University.

Heather Brown – Program Manager
Zschool and Harrisburg Partnership Program Manager
Email: hbrown@execed.hc.edu
Phone: (717) 200-4412 ext 80

Jodi Sporn
Program Manager
Operational Readiness Programs
Email: jsporn@zschool.com
Phone: 888.845.4131

In partnership with Zschool

Zschool Partnership FAQs

What is Zschool?

Zschool Provides Impactful Professional Education Courses

At Zschool, we collaborate with universities and corporations to coordinate, develop, refine, market, and facilitate exceptional professional education programs. We combine the academic rigor of a university with the real-world practicality necessary to generate a return on investment.

As a full-service educational partner, we deliver exceptional, highly engaging curriculum to professionals, across a variety of industries. We bring together educational programs and fortune 500 corporations for a unique partnership that provides mutual benefit and growth.

Our mission is to provide the best learning experiences possible! We don’t take our mission lightly. At Zschool, we work hard everyday to make sure our offerings are current, relevant and incorporate the best frameworks – and also superior participant experiences. We strive to set our programs apart from others. We believe that learning should be engaging, thought-provoking, hands-on, and awesome – thereby fostering loyal advocates.

Who should attend these programs?

All are invited! Each program is designed for both individuals and teams who want to achieve personal growth, influence change at their company, and who are empowered to drive new initiatives. Topics are interdisciplinary and are appropriate for those at all levels, including leadership and management roles throughout the organization. And it doesn’t make a difference which department you’re in – all departments can participate, such as human resources, sales, marketing, product design, IT, finance, operations, and legal.

When do the programs begin?

You can start immediately! The online programs are offered as rolling admissions, meaning you don’t need to wait to begin.

Do I receive academic credit?

No. Sorry, at this time, we’re not offering academic credits for program completion.

How long will it take to complete a program?

These online programs can be completed on your own schedule. We suggest completing at least one module a week, finishing in eight weeks. Overall, average time spent is from 24 – 32 hours (depending on the projects you pick to work on).

How much time should I expect to spend on each module?

Plan to spend approximately 2-3 hours for each module. This time will include watching videos, completing exercises and joining in the discussions.

What is the online learning experience like?

You’ll enjoy the freedom and flexibility of a self-paced course as you work through the Harrisburg University certificate programs online. Unlike other online courses comprised solely of reading and tests, your online learning experience Includes:

Learn by doing approach.
Easy-to-use learning platform.
Short Video presentations that can be replayed and revisited as needed.
Engaging activities and exercises that reinforce your new skills, and are downloadable for multi-purpose use.
Knowledge challenges to test your learning.
Interactive discussions with peers and instructors.
Professional plans of action to take back to your organization.
An official university-backed certificate after completion.
Inbox access to instructors and teacher aides.
Helpful templates, eBooks, workbooks, posters and more, all included.

Are there any prerequisites or work experience required?

No, there are no requirements.

What type of technology and skills do I need for the online class?

For online courses, certain skills and up-to-date technology are needed to successfully complete the programs. This includes:

Computer or tablet with Internet access
Up to date browser, such as Chrome, Firefox, Safari, etc.
Microsoft Word or equivalent
Microsoft Excel or equivalent
Microsoft PowerPoint or equivalent
Adobe PDF Reader

Is there an application fee?

No, there is no application fee or per-admittance processing. Simply enroll using the “Register & Pay” option above.

What is the cost of the programs?

The price includes all course materials and, if online, access to the Executive Education Online Learning Portal. (The Learning Management system we used is called “Canvas”.) Group discounts are available for teams of three or more individuals.

I would like a corporate program for a large number of my employees. Who should I contact?

For corporate programs, group discounts and company-exclusive learning portals, contact Jodi Sporn at 561.972.0808, jsporn@zschool.com