The Division of Talent Management and Culture’s Organizational Development and Training team invites faculty and staff to participate in the Lead Better Together Series, a five-part leadership development experience designed to help leaders and those seeking to become leaders to positively and effectively communicate with clarity, inspire engagement, navigate change, and build stronger teams in our Monarch communities.
Workshop Topics:
- Workshop #1: Communication Essentials for Leaders - June 17, 2026
- Workshop #2: Leading Through Change in Higher Education - June 24, 2026
- Workshop #3: Moral Booster: Building Staff Engagement and Recognition - July 8, 2026
- Workshop #4: What Does Your Workplace DNA Say About Your Leadership - July 15, 2026
- Workshop #5: I AM ODU - July 22, 2026
The workshops will be facilitated by 🔺 Dawn James-Valentine, CWDP, FAC-COR III, Sr. Training Consultant/Associate Ombudsperson. Ms. James-Valentine is a Certified Workforce Development Professional (CWDP) and holds the Federal Acquisition Certification – Contracting Officer's Representative (FAC-COR) Level III, with an emphasis that focuses on helping leaders strengthen communication with staff, utilize leadership skills to navigate organizational changes, and build high-performing, people-centered organizations that promote positive outcomes.
Participants may attend individual workshops based on their interests and professional needs. A Certificate of Completion will be issued for each workshop after course evaluation submission.
*******Seats are limited, and registration is required. ********
Register today through the Talent Management and Culture Organizational Development and Training website: https://www.odu.edu/human-resources/training.
Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your leadership skills and support your staff through a path that leads to positive outcomes.
Thank you for your consideration and continued support.
#I AM ODU, YOU ARE ODU, WE ARE ODU
