ACCELERATE
For Directors from Underrepresented Backgrounds
ACCELERATE is a holistic approach to leadership development that prepares emerging underrepresented leaders for continued corporate advancement while also cultivating the skills of those who manage them - helping to propel these individuals through the pipeline to senior leadership.
The program combines leadership development and personal impact driven by world-class CEOs and subject matter experts. We utilize best-in-class companies to teach enterprise excellence while also providing inclusive manager training. Participants benefit from external perspectives, best practices, and shared diversity experiences while expanding circles within their organizations.
This intensive first-of-its-kind development program will build more diversity in C-suites and boardrooms for years to come.
- Direct Manager Parallel Training: to support their growth as inclusive leaders - with a focus on how to be a mentor/ally/sponsor
- Cross-Company Cohort-Based Program: a diverse and inclusive network of peers from different organizations and industries that benefit from their subject matter expertise.
- Best Practice Companies as Educators: learn from some of the best companies in the world and apply their best practices to your organization.
- Focused on Retention and Promotion: a results-oriented approach that focuses on practical outcomes and measurable progress with goals to develop, accelerate promotion, and retain high-potential leaders from underrepresented groups
- Fueled by a Powerful CEO/Peer/Subject Matter Expert Network
This intensive first-of-its-kind development program will build more diversity in C-suites and boardrooms for years to come.
- Direct Manager Parallel Training: to support their growth as inclusive leaders - with a focus on how to be a mentor/ally/sponsor
- Cross-Company Cohort-Based Program: a diverse and inclusive network of peers from different organizations and industries that benefit from their subject matter expertise.
- Best Practice Companies as Educators: learn from some of the best companies in the world and apply their best practices to your organization.
- Focused on Retention and Promotion: a results-oriented approach that focuses on practical outcomes and measurable progress with goals to develop, accelerate promotion, and retain high-potential leaders from underrepresented groups
- Fueled by a Powerful CEO/Peer/Subject Matter Expert Network
Best-in-class founding partners
Our partners are industry-leading organizations with a proven commitment to building a diverse pipeline of executive leaders. *partial list*
Program Benefits
Data-based curriculum to drive outcomes
Inclusive Leadership
Coaching for direct supervisors of directors from underrepresented backgrounds:
- Receive personalized coaching and support to become an inclusive leader.
- Learn effective strategies for building diverse teams.
- Gain skills to create a supportive work environment for diverse talent.
Personal Impact
SME-led sessions on navigating organizational challenges:
- Gain insights on navigating organizational challenges from experts.
- Learn strategies to advance your career and impact your organization.
- Develop new skills and knowledge for a competitive edge.
Enterprise Excellence
Enterprise-level understanding of strategy and management:
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of enterprise-level strategy and management.
- Build your skills and knowledge in areas like finance, marketing, and operations.
- Gain the tools and knowledge you need to drive your organization's success.
CEO Leadership
CEO-led panel discussions on major leadership challenges:
- Gain insights on leadership challenges from experienced CEOs.
- Apply their knowledge to your career by learning from their successes and failures.
- Engage in thought-provoking discussions with other members and gain new perspectives on leadership.
Onboarding and Assessment
Engagement activities and measures for participants:
- Receive support and guidance with onboarding and assessments.
- Get personalized feedback on your progress and development.
- Benefit from a structured approach to stay on track and achieve your goals.
Realizing untapped potential
CNEXT CEO, Cheryl Stokes, announces the launch of ACCELERATE - a first-of-its-kind leadership development program for Directors and Sr. Directors from underrepresented backgrounds.