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ABOUT CRAIN’S ACADEMY

Crain’s Academy offers full-service, experiential leadership development programming customized to your organization’s needs.

Crain’s Academy provides powerful and experiential professional development programming for everyone from new hires to the c-suite level. Programming is co-created and designed to meet your goals and objectives. We believe collaboration is critical for building successful curriculum for your workforce development.

Crain’s Chicago Business is a leading producer of local executive knowledge programming. We launched Crain’s Academy in 2015, building on Crain’s mission, “We Help You Succeed in Chicago.” Since then hundreds of professionals have actively engaged in programs dedicated to identifying and leveraging their strengths—this has propelled them to greater heights both professionally and personally. Plus, graduates have built a diverse network of like-minded colleagues for ongoing support and community. This would not be possible without our thirty plus years of award-winning journalism and reporting that celebrates Chicago’s local business community with a reach of over 200,000 weekly readers.

Crain’s Academy creates programs with cutting-edge content taught by facilitators, practitioners, active CEOs and business leaders. Our approach leverages group dynamics, so everyone partakes in enhancing the value and success of their life, career and business.

Crain’s Academy is committed to helping you, and your company, succeed. We believe a well-rounded leader gives back to the community. Our curriculum incorporates exposure to social and civic issues and opportunities making us better informed leaders who make positive impacts.

CRAIN’S LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT EXPANSION

FACILITATED SHARED LEARNING APPROACH

CIVIC AND SOCIAL AWARENESS


CRAIN’S ACADEMY 2019 PROGRAMS

CRAIN’S ACADEMY CUSTOM PROGRAMSTailored, Empowering and Inspiring

OVERVIEWSometimes only a tailored approach to leadership development will suit an organization’s needs. Crain’s Academy can act as an extension to your training and development curriculum, or it can take the lead in developing and implementing a program suited to your goals and objectives. This may be a full day team build workshop, a 3-day retreat or a 3-to 12-month residency program.

Leadership programs are available for the new workforce, new hires, middle management and up to the C-suite. Delivered onsite to your team or at Crain’s Café, overlooking Millennium Park.

To schedule an introductory call please complete the inquiry form here: ChicagoBusiness.com/AcademyCustomInquiry or contact us via email at [email protected].

CASE STUDIES

Crain’s Academy began as a series of open enrollment programs. It has since grown to offer custom leadership development through single and multi-day experiential sessions customized to your organization’s workforce and needs.

We create experiences that begin with the individual, focusing on their strength, abilities, interest and motivation. We design and deliver transformational leadership and team programs that create an immediate impact and lasting developmental change.

WHAT WE DO


CUSTOM CASE STUDY #1

BACKGROUND The organization is facing a series of c-suite successions over the next 12- to 18-months. The next tier of executives need to be ready to step up their leadership game, poised for greater responsibility and prepared for potential promotions.

GOALSDesign a comprehensive program for a group of director-level graduates of a High Potential Program (HPP) to continue the established momentum across departments and functions. Specific areas of interest include trust, confidence building, accountability and community. Group needs to function as one team.

PROGRAM APPROACH1. Focus on leadership development using a strengths-based approach—understanding what drives each

participant, their distinctive contributions to their workplace and helping each to learn how to apply their strengths in the context of the organization and the communities they serve.

2. Build tight-knit, self-sustaining communities, a key measure for any leadership development experience. These communities are cultivated through facilitated peer conversations. Personal and professional growth happens best in a trust-based and safe environment that invites aspirational thinking.

STRUCTUREQuarterly half-day sessions followed by social networking. Sessions hosted at a variety of venues to keep things fresh. Field trips and group activities layered in to foster community.

OUTCOMEThe intention is to continue to offer each new group of HPP grads this year-long program. Future programs will incorporate components that bring past classes (alums) into the mix to establish a growing community of senior leaders for the company.

The experience our clients has is paramount to us, and because of our expertise we are able to co-create and tailor programming in real-time. This is one of the reasons multi-session programs are so impactful. Participants have the space to inquire, contemplate, iterate and build trust, all key leadership skills crucial to a great leadership development program.

KEY TO SUCCESS



BACKGROUND Organization would like to build on improving the leadership skills of their new and emerging managers. Many were promoted from an individual contributor to a people leader because of their competence in their particular role. However, with no consistent leadership training, a gap exists in the skills needed to lead efficiently and effectively.

PROGRAM APPROACHA highly interactive program that incorporates the communication and leadership skills needed on a daily basis to successfully accomplish company goals through others. Through the discovery and design process with leaders at companies we identify the content most important to this program and consistent to core competencies. Consideration also given to offer a consistent framework for additional leadership development programs.

STRUCTUREFour full day sessions hosted off-site with pre-work, assessments, case studies and scenarios relevant to the managers built into the program. The assessments allow participants the ability to confirm what they are doing well and focus on expectations and areas to develop. We include reinforcement into the training to foster behavioral change. Program covers essential leadership topics to build skills and increase understanding of how leadership impacts employee engagement, productivity and team effectiveness.

TOPICS

Our programs are highly interactive, with built in group activities, discussion, interaction, feedback, projects and reinforcement. Crain’s Academy can incorporate business leader faculty into session. These facilitators are current business leaders with a wide range of job titles, and have a broad understanding of various industries and teach from their own business experience. They have a strong desire to share their knowledge with the next group of business leaders.

KEY TO SUCCESS

• Understanding your communication style (DiSC® or equivalent assessment)

• Setting clear expectations/focus and prioritization• Leadership presence/understanding your leadership

style

• Building and leading teams• Influencing• Managerial courage/decision making• Managing conflict• Performance management/coaching and feedback

OUTCOMESEstablish definition and implementation for “first team”. The “first team” collectively solves for challenges like how to: cultivate clarity and focus at work; effectively manage up; bolster team trust and morale; manage stress; and established a shared voice/shared risk.



BACKGROUND Company is launching a new corporate strategy and the finance team needs to understand the connection of what they do daily in relation to the overall corporate mission, vision and strategy. Team Build aligns finance’s strategy and long-term plan to the overall enterprise strategy. Day one focus is on the team relationship, dynamics and functionality, while day two is more tactical.

GOALSAs a result of having completed this program, team participants will be able to:

1. Describe characteristics of a high performing team

2. Identify strategies to manage and enhance effective communication inside and beyond the team

3. State how their team fits into the big picture of the company’s strategy, mission, vision and goals

STRUCTUREA strong team is essential to driving organizational growth and success in today’s rapidly changing world. Business leaders rely on having high-functioning teams that work together toward common goals and across functions. Team Build is an interactive 1-day program that emphasizes how to build and sustain an effective team. Team participates in an escape room activity, as part of the program, to further cement collaboration, trust and enjoy a fun bonding experience.

ATTENDANCEFinance team of managers and vice presidents

OUTCOMESProvide team participants increased ability to:

• Practice collaboration• Identify methods of influence• Describe characteristics of a high-performing team• State how team fits into the big picture of the company’s mission, vision and goals

Team members who embrace the content and challenge themselves begin to think differently about their roles and impact at their organization. One-day programs often act as a launching pad for ongoing development to continue to build a team’s bond, trust and open communication.

KEY TO SUCCESS


ADDITIONAL PRODUCTS& SERVICES

Below is a menu of add-on opportunities to help create unique and memorable facilitated sessions.

• Scouting and securing off-site learning and training locations to spark conversations, innovation and compliment curriculum. This may include non-profit, innovation hub or a prominent cultural institution. Conversation or presentation with the Executive Director, Founder or CEO can be included, depending on the venue and date

• Post session socializing—may include catering, guest speaker, field trip, roof top bar, etc.

• Speaker recruitment for outside expertise to enhance custom programming. Work with client to identify areas of interest

• A service challenge for team building

VENUECrain’s Chicago Business is in the hub of downtown Chicago and provides stunning, 18th floor views overlooking Millennium Park at the corner of Michigan Avenue & Randolph Street.

Executive Conference Room Venue Fee, 9:00-5:00 p.m.–$1,750 *Seats up to 14 at conference table. Room also has bench window seating + room for additional chairs

Crain’s Café Venue Fee, 9:00-5:00 p.m.–$2,500*Seats up to 50 classroom-style, ample room to work in teams

Note: Food and beverage is separate and can be facilitated by Crain’s Academy. Venue rental fees fluctuate for non-business hours and A/V setup

CRAIN’S ACADEMY OFFERS A HOST OF SERVICES INCLUDING:


IN-HOUSE TALENTCrain’s offers industry expertise, commercial real estate, politics, finance and banking, sports, tech and healthcare. One hour conversation with a Crain’s reporter: $550

CORPORATE SUBSCRIPTION PACKAGESCrain’s offers discounted group print and digital subscriptions. The minimum number of users is five, but there are packages available for organizations of all sizes. Large corporations may also be interested in purchasing a site license to accommodate a greater number of users. Visit Chicagobusiness.com/corporatesubs for more information.

ADDITIONAL PRODUCTS& SERVICES CONTINUED

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THIS ISCRAIN’S ACADEMY

• Facilitated, experiential development

• Team Building opportunities

• Lunch and learn

• Valuable connections

• Professional and personal growth

“Totally unexpected and 100% worth it: Crain’s takes what could be just another played out seminar and turns it into a truly inspiring journey around your personality, career and the city that you love!”

-Crain’s Leadership Academy participant


CRAIN’S ACADEMY 2019 PROGRAMS

Crain’s Academy provides powerful and experiential professional development programming, including the best of personal development, professional growth, business and leadership best practices, thought leadership and civic outreach. Crain’s Academy is your one-stop for professional development from your first job to top job.

FAST TRACK YOUR LEADERS

CRAIN’S LEADERSHIP ACADEMYNomination program for high performers

PARTICIPANTSProfessionals with a minimum of seven years’ experience and/or team managers who are on the fast track for increased responsibility at any level of an organization.

OVERVIEWAn experiential five-session program offering the best of personal development, professional growth, leadership exposure and civic outreach through discovery sessions and guest CEO speakers. High performers are nominated by their CEO or direct hire to participate.

FEE$5,500 – includes five sessions, program fee, materials and meals

SCHEDULEFall Class (C8) Nominations close Monday, August 12Friday, August 23, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.Friday, September 6, 12 - 5 p.m.Friday, September 20, 12 - 5 p.m.Friday, October 4, 12 - 5 p.m.Friday, October 18, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.


TEAM BUILD 2.0 - IGNITE YOUR TEAM Unleash an innovative & problem-solving mindset

PARTICIPANTSTeam leaders and current members of a team

OVERVIEWThis workshop is designed for team leaders and members alike. Ideally, at least two team members will be present. Teams can range from mid-level to senior management who are intent on learning ways to work better internally and externally to deliver on company strategy and increase profitability.

This 1-day workshop will help you and your team become more productive, collaborative and results focused.

This program will give participants the tools needed to:

• Advance change amid uncertainty• Fit into the big picture• Super charge an innovative mindset and culture change• Communicate and build relationships• Increase effectiveness of each team member

FEE$1,257 Individuals | $875 each for 2 or more from an organization/teamEnrollment includes program fee, materials and meals

SCHEDULETuesday, May 21, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

CRAIN’S ACADEMY 2019 PROGRAMS CONTINUED

To schedule an introductory call, please complete the inquiry form ChicagoBusiness.com/AcademyCustomInquiry

or contact us via email at [email protected]

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