LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT FOR YOUNG PROFESSIONALS
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT FOR YOUNG PROFESSIONALS
LENGTH 8 Weeks, Twice a Week
DATES Next Cohort TBD — Join Waitlist Below to Get Notified
Designed for early career arts administrators and students who want to become changemakers in their organizations and beyond
Learn research-based leadership tools for negotiating job offers, navigating frustration, positioning yourself in the marketplace, and more; full syllabus below
Develop skills to feel empowered and satisfied so that you want to continue contributing to the classical music field for years to come
Gain instant access to and connections with guest speakers from across the sector as well as likeminded peers so you are developing your network of high performing professionals
Higher-ed style lecture and discussion course without the college price tag; a pay-what-you-can option is available to all to eliminate price as a barrier to participation
Speakers
Led by Aubrey Bergauer with guest speakers each week from varied backgrounds. Hear their expert insights and journeys to leadership success.
TANESHIA NASH LAIRD
CEO, Newark Symphony Hall
JENNIFER ROSENFELD
Business Coach for Musicians; Former Board Member, LA Philharmonic & LA Master Chorale
KATHRYN R. MARTIN
Next Chapter Coach for leaders wanting to make a change; President & CEO Santa Barbara Symphony; Former professional Interim CEO
ANDREA G. TATUM
CEO, AGT Diversity Consulting; Formerly San Francisco Symphony, Smuin Ballet, Alliance Theatre
EMILY MASTER
Associate, Aspen Leadership Group; Former Chief of Staff, Russell Reynolds Associates; Former Director, Office of Riccardo Muti & Staff Member, Chicago Symphony
TAMARA VALLEJOS
Director of Marketing, Juilliard; Former Director of Marketing, Ars Nova, Opera Colorado
JESSICA PHILLIPS
Clarinet, Met Opera Orchestra; Former Chair, Players Committee
AUBREY BERGAUER
CEO, Changing the Narrative; Former Executive Director, California Symphony; Formerly Seattle Opera, Seattle Symphony
What You'll Learn
16 evening sessions over 8 weeks, delivered virtually and recorded so registrants can participate asynchronously if needed. Each week includes a class lesson, group discussion session, an optional homework assignment, and/or resources to further explore on the following topics:
Week 1
Defining Leadership
Company Culture
Courage and Vulnerability
Decolonizing Power
Week 2
Core Values
Managing Up and Laterally
Navigating Frustration
When to Quit and When Not To
Know Your Why, Your Purpose—Part 1
Week 3
Know Your Why, Your Purpose—Part 2
Know Your Why, Your Purpose—Part 3
Applications and Interviewing
Work/Life Balance
Week 4
Fair & Equitable Hiring Practices
Onboarding
What You Can Do Now in Your Role
Search Firm Perspective
Week 5
Negotiations — Job Offers
Negotiations — Day to Day & CBA
Our Relationship with Money
Week 6
Visioning and Messaging
Developing Teams
Procedural Justice
Politics within the Organization
Week 7
Qualities of High Performing Teams
Qualities of High Performing Leaders
Making Decisions
Using Your Influence for Impact
Week 8
Presence
Bringing It All Together
Planning Your Next Steps
Who Will Benefit
ADMINISTRATORS
Young professionals early in their careers—however many years that means to you—no matter your role within the organization.
STUDENTS
You may not have a lot of hands-on experience in the workforce yet, but if these concepts feel right, you are welcome here.
ARTISTS
Early career artists who are considering administration or want insight into these leadership strategies within arts organizations.
Info Session
What the course entails, who it's for and not for, plus three leadership tools you need to be successful right now.
Be an arts leader for change and grow your career.
LENGTH 8 Weeks, Twice a Week
DATES July 12 — September 2, 2021
TIME 5:30-6:30 pm Pacific Time, Mondays & Thursdays
COST Pay What You Can (Suggested Price $995)