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Women in Leadership Program

Develop Strategies & Interpersonal Skills for Greater Success

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. In this training you'll learn to navigate the nuances of thought leadership, barrier destruction, organizational influence, and balance as you work toward becoming a chief of industry. This program serves as a platform to engage and uplift each other by inspiring positive change. This program is open to all individuals, regardless of sex. Women are encouraged to apply​
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About the Women in Leadership Program

The Ashland Women in Leadership 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. ​
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​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.

Enroll Today!

8 Modules Online ($4,995)

Rolling Admission - Start Anytime
  • Self-paced
  • Workbooks, eBooks & all course materials
  • Hands-on projects
  • Interactive Discussion boards
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4 Day In-person ($4,995)

Currently on Hold - Dates TBD​
  • Breakfast & Lunch
  • Workbooks, eBooks & all course materials
  • Hands-on projects
  • Networking events

Women in Leadership 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 Ultimate Toolkit of OVER 30 Workbooks, eBooks, team focused activities, online templates, assessments, planning guides, and cultural posters. 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 professional is often required to transition from mogul to parent in a matter of minutes. Enjoy a course created by women and taught by leaders for leaders.
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Module 1 - Pillars of Positivity ​

Explore the important pillars of positivity and networking for leaders. Learn to successfully lead change in your organization by understanding your strengths and how to use them, both intentionally and purposefully.​
  • Develop your own leadership strength, style and strategies.​
  • Discover the power of high achieving female role models.​
  • Break down silos and shatter the glass ceiling.

Module 2 - Inspiring Emotional Intelligence

Identify and assess empathy among employees and colleagues. Discover how to use your own experiences to inspire and lead team dynamics.​
  • Overcome individual and interpersonal barriers.​
  • Learn how to train teams for greatness.​
  • Uncover the elements of emotional intelligence that make an impact on your organization.

Module 3 - Winning Work-Life Balance & Mentoring​​​ ​

Embrace your self-confidence and expand your leadership while balancing your professional and personal life. Then, delve into mentorship and discover the rewards for everyone, including your organization.​
  • Identify the four essential elements of balance: learn, interact, framework, excel.​
  • Explore the benefits of a flexible working environment.​
  • Develop an action plan to help foster mentorship opportunities.

Module 4 - Improving Communication Habits​

Overcome challenges with diversity and adversity in a dynamic work environment. Generate strategies to communicate with a dynamic work force while facing challenges and embracing inclusivity.​
  • Uncover verbal and nonverbal communication patterns.​
  • Examine gender differences in leadership styles.​
  • Develop your own style for speaking and presenting.

Module 5 - Advocacy, Actions & Accountability

Create your own advocacy plan, define your success measurements, and what resources you’ll need. Learn to be more assertive, when to take decisive actions, and how to allocate resources to hold everyone accountable.​
  • Identify how female encouragement is used in the decision-making process.​
  • Generate advocacy and reformation for policy change.​
  • Learn to properly allocate resources to influence and improve employee performance.

Module 6 - Skills for Contracts & Negotiations

Develop collaborative communication processes and skills for negotiation. Harness the power of your actions to lead and manage efforts in your organization, resulting in measurable and accountable projects.​
  • Discover ways to enhance your confidence, behavior and actions during the negotiation process.​
  • Understand the benefits of respect, resolution and returns for negotiators.​
  • Learn close-to-the-vest strategies – who speaks first often loses the game.

Module 7 - Driving Ideas, Intellectual Growth & Transformation

Learn to use idea sprinting and new product development as a means for intellectual growth and relevancy. Determine how ideas generated within an organization lead to transformational and transactional success.​
  • Identify the importance of the leader-member exchange theory.​
  • Explore methods that foster idea generation.​
  • Drive relationship-based innovation and learn how it impacts achievement among employees.

Module 8 - Executive Leadership & Organizational Culture

Change is hard, people are resistant, and the market is becoming more fiercely competitive every day. Organizations must quickly evolve or be left behind. It takes a special leader to navigate these waters and get your entire organization marching to the same drummer. Arm yourself with these indispensable leadership skills.
  • Discover how to drive adoption across your entire organization.
  • Successfully jump start your role by gaining quick wins and bring others along with you.
  • Become a successful change-agent for experience-first thinking and inspire change.

Capstone Projects: Your Women in Leadership Personal Growth Plan and Organizational Strategic Plan

To reap the highest return-on-investment, you're encouraged to create your very own strategic plan. Complete the Personal Growth Plan to step into your new found power with confidence, authenticity and presence. Or, use the Organization Strategic Plan to support all women in leadership throughout your entire company. Each program workbook and exercise helps build your very own professional Women in Leadership portfolio.​
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Women in Leadership Instructors


Women in Leadership Instructor, Dr. Sarit Levy.

​Dr. Sarit J. Levy, Chief Learning Officer at Zschool​

From patent acquisition to web development, Dr. Sarit Levy strives to build strong foundations and scalable practices for each organization she works with. These organizations span multiple industries, countries, and platforms; and these solutions led to the development of an innovative way to measure a firm's contributions and predict future success.
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As an academic and entrepreneur, Dr. Levy has led, advised, and taught business programs for top universities and organizations around the globe. Not only is she multi-lingual, but Dr. Levy is also well-versed in sustainability, analytics, and international negotiations. With a Ph.D. in Business Administration from Touro University International and an M.S. in Management Engineering and Computer Science from Long Island University, she's played an integral role in many successful accreditation processes and continues to be an influencer in business leadership.

Women in Leadership Instructor, Blanca Greenstein.

Blanca Greenstein, Esq.

​Blanca was a lawyer for 25 years and served as a trial lawyer (voted Lawyer of the Year at the Public Defender's Office), head of litigation for a publicly traded corporation Ocwen Loan Servicing LLC, partner of two major law firms (Morris Laing Evans Brock & Kennedy, Chtd and Greenstein & Associates) and is also an inventor of a fully patented custom built email management program called Ingate, which she invented to process high volumes of corporate email.  

Blanca’s true calling however is to produce broadcasts on a variety of topics to educate and empower her audience. The collective influences within the Laws of Life team reaches almost 74,000 followers in South Florida. Blanca also believes in the power of networking and also hosts a weekly networking event attended by business owners nationwide. Blanca is a superior public speaker that fires up her audience and motivates her listeners to be the best person they can possibly be. She is featured on 95.9 and 106.9 radio stations and has a regularly scheduled Podcast and Webcast that is always FIRED UP! Blanca is a force to be reckoned with and  appears as a speaker at events worldwide. ​

Women in Leadership Instructor, Corvaya Jeffries.

Corvaya Jeffries

CORVAYA is a dynamic storyteller with a flair both on and off camera, renowned for her expertise as a marketer and digital strategist for leading companies and brands, and recognized as a seasoned speaker.
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Her on-camera prowess shines brightly on The Oprah Winfrey Network's top-rated show "Ready To Love," where she captivates audiences with her engaging presence. Additionally, she demonstrates her exceptional interviewing and people skills as a host for media platforms including Dream Nation TV, The Jasmine Brand, and TV One.

Professionally, Corvaya has worked behind the scenes in the media industry for 14 plus years starting from square one: unpaid intern. She has evolved into a trusted professional. Notable organizations like CNN and USA Today have entrusted her with reporting, producing, and strategic responsibilities within their realms. Her journalistic endeavors have ranged from covering speed dating insights to reporting on significant (and tragic) events like the deadliest mass shooting in American history. While at Cox Media Group, she played a pivotal role in developing a groundbreaking cross-platform news product that reached over 20 newsrooms across two states. Presently, she leads marketing and audience development strategies at REVOLT TV and REVOLT WORLD.

Born to a Puerto Rican mother and Black father in the inner-city housing projects of Hoboken, New Jersey, Corvaya proudly represents marginalized communities striving to overcome adversity and carve out new paths for themselves. During her formative years, Corvaya, a first-generation college graduate, excelled academically, majoring in Communication and Women’s Gender Studies at Wake Forest University. Her leadership skills were evident as she served as Vice President of the Pi Beta Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

Corvaya's impact extends beyond her professional achievements. To date, Corvaya has helped over 450 men and women level up professionally through 1-on-1 mentorship, workshops, and conferences speaking and teaching on leadership, storytelling, and marketing, among other topics. 
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Currently based in Florida, Corvaya frequently travels for work meetings, events, and engagements, showcasing her dedication to making a difference wherever she goes.

Women in Leadership instructor, Stephene Klein.

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 20+ years of award-winning business development and engagement marketing experience, coupled with 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.​

Tiffany Craft

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.
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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.

Instructor Team Contributors

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Dr. Kimberly Pietsch-Miller

Dr. Kimberly Pietsch Miller, a distinguished public school educator with 34 years of diverse experience, has held roles ranging from classroom teacher to superintendent/CEO. She imparts her expertise through teaching graduate leadership courses at prestigious institutions like The Ohio State University and Capital University. Dr. Miller's skills encompass strategic planning, leadership development, systems thinking, and stakeholder engagement. She earned her degrees from top universities, enhancing her impact on education. 
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Colleen Worthington

Colleen Worthington holds a Masters degree in Adult Education and Training as well as a Master of Science in Instructional Design.  Professional passions include leadership development, learning technology, and inclusive leadership. Personal passions include gardening (when Ohio weather allows it), reading, and working toward a yoga teaching certification.
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Tina Brostek

Tina Brostek is a seasoned business management and HR professional with over 30 years of experience across diverse industries. Tina holds a Master’s degree in Business Management from Purdue University. With a strong background in team management, business development, and cross-functional communication, Tina has excelled in roles, particularly focusing on conflict management and strategic planning. Her extensive experience and expertise have significantly contributed to her success/reputation.
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Jennifer Kelly

​Jennifer Kelly is the founder of ZenJen LLC, where she provides consulting services to businesses and organizations, specializing in transformational coaching, mindfulness, and leadership development. With over 22 years of executive leadership experience in the life sciences industry, Jen is dedicated to fostering holistic well-being and personal empowerment through education, coaching, and facilitation.  

Sandra E. Howard

Sandra E. Howard is a creative problem solver specializing in Continuous Improvement and Information Technology. She excels at collaborating with leaders and educators across the organization to gain insights and develop solutions that best serve the university and its students.

Mentor Team Contributors

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William Eby

Accomplished and analytical professional with experience in service and manufacturing industries. Excellent executive presence consulting with C-suite leaders. Talent for assessment, planning, and implementation of processes that reduce expense and increase revenue. Inspires a vision of future state and drives change as a Six Sigma Master Black Belt, Lean expert and Change Management professional. Strong communicator and collaborator; forges long-lasting partnerships at all levels.
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Valeria Cummings Swope

Valeria Cummings Swope is a Development Manager with the City of Cincinnati’s Department of Economic Inclusion. She has been with the City for over seven years and prides herself on working hard to help minority-owned and women-owned businesses grow physically and financially thanks to the hard work of the department. Valeria is a proud member of the best sorority in the land, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., a member of Allen Temple AME, Cincinnati, and the mother of two fabulous children, her daughter Vashae Swope Dixon, who lives with her gorgeous husband, Mark, in Washington, DC, and her son, William Vincent, who just married the love of his life, Marissa.
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Laurie Boogaard

Laurie is the Chief Operating Office at ScriptDrop with over 20 years of healthcare experience from organizations such as Abbott and CoverMyMeds. At ScriptDrop she leads the Customer Success, Account Management and Security teams. While being a master of crafting efficient processes within healthcare, Laurie excels at scaling teams quickly. She stresses a strong focus on customer and team member experience, and has designed development tracks for team members to become next-level leaders within their organization. When it's time to relax, Laurie enjoys spending time with family, cleaning and organizing all things and reading good psychological thrillers.
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Angela Sprowls

​I currently hold a senior-level leadership role at Oldcastle APG, my focus is on enhancing safety, operations planning, and P&L management. A proven track record in improving safety by over 50% and bolstering staff retention reflects my capacity to lead complex plant operations effectively. At the helm of a team exceeding 400 professionals, I have honed a keen ability to drive productivity and employee engagement.
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Enas Yunis

​Technical Product Manager at Cardinal Health through RevelIT. A change agent and a norms breaker. Relying on strong and open communication to challenge silos and complacent tendencies.
  • Angelica Kidd-Brewer, Niles Treatment Services.
  • Christina Siewert, American Plastics.
  • Kim Banks, ACUITY, A Mutual Insurance Company.​

What others say about the Women in Leadership Program. . .

"I liked all of the speakers; they all brought a different piece to the table. Diverse backgrounds and some really good articles. All the TEDx's were great. I loved them so much. I could understand and empathize so much with all the speakers. Activities are awesome and I recently switched careers and plan to do many with my staff. A lot of things discussed in this class encompass how I operate, celebrate, mentor, approach, and celebrate staff so it makes me feel good that I am 'on the right path'. I have also learned valuable feedback that I plan to take with me and utilize on this next journey. Especially holding everyone accountable, delegating, and communicating with staff more effectively. I will be going through all the modules again!  Thanks Ladies - I will still be here for a while!!"
​- Cheryl V., Quality Operations Manager
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"The coursework was amazing. I loved the tools available to use as team-building activities to grow connections. The video selection fits each of the modules. There are several I want to review and watch again! The sections on gender bias were very eye-opening. The section on negotiations was the most valuable to me and I will be using it for myself and assisting clients. As I worked through the modules I recognized my confidence was growing. I've discuss it openly and have shared what I learned as well as sharing the ongoing networking opportunities from the program. I liked working on the modules and found them very useful, practical, and stress-free. I would recommend all female managers and coordinators complete this coursework! "
- Martha T., Career Planning Manager
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"My favorite modules were Winning Work-Life Balance and Mentoring. This was a wake-up call to really examine how I am spending my precious time. Prior to that section, my work week looked like 50-60 hours and then additional time spent on the weekends. Now, as a result of this course, I am beginning to incorporate more 'life' in my day and working much less on the weekends. I took the 'Solutions for Improving Work-Life Imbalances' video to heart and am being more intentional with my time. In that same section, the video on 'Teach Girls Bravery, Not Perfection' resonated in a good way. Middle school girls should have that message as required prior to entering the work force! Overall, I really enjoyed the entire course. There was so much great information, takeaways, and handouts. Also, having the option to take my time though the modules made it much easier to be present and enjoy the coursework. You all did a great job. Thank You!!!"
​- Janet N., Collateral Solutions Manager

​To learn more about the Ashland Women in Leadership Program and how it helps companies and executives, schedule a call with the program manager. 
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Contact Us

Jennifer Luedtke
Program Manager, Zschool
Ashland University - The Women in Leadership Program, Strategic AI, Customer Experience
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 419.324.8002

These are new programs under the direction of Stephanie D. Meeks, Director of the Office for Workforce Development in the division of eAshland
Stephanie D. Meeks: [email protected]


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