Some programs teach Leadership.
WE BUILD LEADERSHIP MASTERY.
Women Igniting Leadership Lab is an exclusive, immersive, and expertly curated 9-month program designed for 25 exceptional women leaders ready to elevate their leadership capacity and build a powerful, lasting network.
This intensive experience will equip you with the strategic skills, executive presence, and decision-making power necessary to excel at the highest levels of leadership. You’ll gain actionable tools to navigate complex power dynamics, drive organizational change, and lead with authority in high-stakes environments.
We invite you to embark on this results-driven journey of growth and mastery. Together, we’ll redefine what it means to lead with authenticity, precision, and influence—positioning you to thrive and lead with impact in corporate, political, entrepreneurial, and social sectors.
An Innovative Experiment
When we first envisioned Women Igniting Leadership, we sought to uncover a way to cultivate skills that often seem intangible - yet we know are vital:
Staying grounded under intense pressure
Remaining strategic amidst chaos
Recognizing and addressing systemic patterns rather than just surface-level symptoms.
The first edition of the Lab is the manifestation of this vision: a bold pilot and an innovative experiment. It is built on the belief that a talented, thoughtful group of women leaders and leadership educators can co-create a transformative experience.
One that serves as a crucible, igniting leadership in ways that haven’t been done before.
YOUR LEADERSHIP JOURNEY
FALL
September 4, 5 & 6 2025
On the Balcony
(Intensive 3 days @Virtual)
JOIN a carefully curated community of peer
LEARN sophisticated diagnostic skills for complex challenges
BUILD a foundation of systems thinking and self-awareness
APPLY what you have learned to your own specific leadership challenge
FALL
September 2025 - February 2026
Deep Dive
(Monthly @Virtual)
ENGAGE in intimate monthly group case consultations led by a faculty coach
RECEIVE expert coaching on your own real-world challenges
PRACTICE applying frameworks to your leadership situations
DEVELOP sustainable practices for resilience and growth
SPRING
March 14 & 15 2026
On the Dance Floor
(Intensive 2 days @New York)
MASTER practical skills for high-pressure situations
GAIN concrete skills to calibrate your power and build influence
TRANSFORM your leadership presence
STRENGTHEN your peer support and opportunity network
Schedule
We have scheduled the virtual components to allow participation from many timezones and we know that you will love being in person in New York in the Spring!
Launch
Thursday 4 of September 2025: 9 AM–12 PM PT | 12 PM–3 PM ET | 6 PM–9 PM CET | 7 PM–10 PM AST
Friday 5 of September 2025: 9 AM–12 PM PT | 12 PM–3 PM ET | 6 PM–9 PM CET | 7 PM–10 PM AST
Saturday 6 of September 2025: 7 AM–12 PM PT | 10 AM–3 PM ET | 4 PM–9 PM CET | 5 PM–10 PM AST
Deep Dive
The virtual monthly sessions from September 2025 - February 2026 in small groups will be scheduled based on participants’ schedules.
Capstone
March 14 & 15 2026: Our intensive capstone will be in person in New York. The schedule will be full days and evenings..
What we believe
True leadership transformation requires more than theories and frameworks. Because leadership isn’t learned in a lecture: it’s forged in moment of challenge, refined through practice, and strengthened in community.
We offer:
New frameworks to deal with your challenges
A space to experiment safely… and fail forward
Structured practice of difficult skills
Grounded theory of what leadership means
Real-time feedback from expert coaches
A community of peers facing similar challenges
Skills You’ll Master
Presence & Power
Maintain composure in high-pressure situations and public scrutiny
Navigate effectively when answers aren't clear and ambiguity is high
Project confidence while managing challenging stakeholders
Build and calibrate your use of formal and informal authority
Strategic Influence
Lead crucial conversations that drive results
Create conditions for high team performance
Provide motivating feedback that catalyzes growth
Build coalitions across diverse stakeholder groups
Advanced Problem Solving
Diagnose complex challenges with sophisticated frameworks
Design innovative solutions for "wicked problems"
Lead experimental approaches with confidence
Navigate political dynamics while maintaining integrity
Sustainable Leadership Practice
Develop personal resilience strategies for high-pressure roles
Build practices for active recovery and energy management
Create support systems that combat leadership isolation
Master techniques for leading through uncertainty and change
Investment
Your Time
Engage in over 40 hours of dynamic learning through interactive workshops, facilitated discussions, small group activities, and one-on-one faculty consultations with our expert leadership team.
Program Fee
US $10,000 (Early Bird Discount 20%)
Includes all virtual sessions, in-person workshops, and materials
Does not include travel and accommodation expenses
Need-Based Support: We're committed to making this program accessible. Please contact us if financial constraints would prevent your participation. The application form includes questions relating to financial aid needs.
Apply Now! Save your place
Join the Women Igniting Leadership Lab 2025/2026 cohort. The program will launch virtually with intensive experiential learning and proceed to monthly facilitated small group coaching. The Capstone of the Lab will be a two-day lab experience in person in New York.
Note: The program fee of $10,000 ($8000 early bird price) includes all virtual sessions, in-person workshops, and materials. It does not include travel and accommodation expenses. The application form includes questions about your financial assistance needs.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. A $1,000 deposit is required with your application. Upon acceptance into the program, you'll have flexible payment options to cover the remaining fee: either a one-time payment or a convenient installment plan with smaller monthly payments. If you are not accepted into the program, your deposit will be fully refunded.
Workshop Refund and Credit Policy
We strive to provide an engaging and valuable workshop experience, and your commitment allows us to plan effectively and deliver the highest quality content. To ensure fairness and clarity, please review our refund and credit policy:
Participant-Initiated Cancellations
Due to the time and resources involved in organizing our workshops, once you are accepted into the program we do not offer refunds for participant-initiated cancellations. If you cannot attend, you may transfer your registration to a future workshop or gift your spot to someone else who qualifies. Please notify us at least 5 days prior to the workshop for these options.
Low Enrollment Policy
In the unlikely event that a workshop does not meet the minimum required enrollment, we reserve the right to reschedule the workshop. Participants will be given the option to transfer their registration to a new date or receive a full refund.
Rescheduling by Us
If unforeseen circumstances require us to reschedule a workshop, your registration will be transferred to the new date. If the new date does not work for you, you may apply your registration fee to a future workshop or receive a full refund.