NEXT LEVEL WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP CERTIFICATE CERTIFICATE DETAILS - BRAND NEW LAYOUT! Seven In-person Sessions OKC | Stillwater | Tulsa March - May 2026 SESSION THEMES - BRAND NEW SESSIONS! Mental Health & Well-Being Mindfulness Networking Strategic mindset, and more!
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One-on-one coaching session Individual development plan Company site visits, and more!
REACH THE NEXT LEVEL IN YOUR CAREER // 2026 COHORT
NEXT LEVEL WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP CERTIFICATE
MISSION
Inspire women from all industries to come together for one purpose: to rise to the Next Level.
ABOUT
Next Level is a program that aims to equip women with the essential leadership and strategic competencies needed to excel in their organization and rise to the challenges of the next level. With a focus on relationships, this series will equip women with informative and applicable coaching, intentional development, ample networking opportunities and develop a strategic mindset to help them grow and develop as leaders.
TAKEAWAYS
Participants will gain transformational leadership skills, strategic mindset, broad network, an individual development plan, one-on-one coaching session and a certificate of completion reflecting their commitment to self-investment and career growth.
AUDIENCE
Female leaders who have been in their management role for 2-5 years or someone in which your organization sees potential and wants to invest in their personal and professional development.
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VIRTUAL ORIENTATION
MARCH 6, 2026 | 9-10:30 A.M. VIA ZOOM AGENDA: ICE BREAKERS INTRODUCTIONS OVERVIEW OF SERIES Q&A
WOMEN’S BUSINESS LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
MARCH 11, 2026 | TULSA Women’s Business Leadership Conference B O L D .
MARCH 25, 2026 | OKC SESSION ONE: MINDFULNESS NEXT LEVEL WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP CERTIFICATE
Speaker: Dr. Alexis Smith Washington , associate professor of management, Spears School of Business Topic: Psychological Safety & Developing as a Self-Aware Leader - ESCI Assessment included
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DESCRIPTIONS
Developing as a Self-Aware Leader Emotional intelligence (the ability to effectively identify and engage emotion) and self- awareness (the ability to accurately perceive ourselves and our impact on others) have become two of the hottest topics in executive development. Emotional intelligence (EI) and self-awareness (SA) are indicators of highly effective leaders. This presentation is devoted to enhancing participants’ self-awareness through utilization of the Emotional and Social Competency Inventory (ESCI). Participants are guided through reflective and competency-building discussion and exercises. Psychological Safety We’ll lean on the work of Amy Edmondson and unpack the concept of psychological safety, the shared belief held by team members that interpersonal risk taking is safe. Defining the term further, we’ll identify the specific behaviors that build upon 4 stages of psychological safety: Inclusion Safety, Learner Safety, Contributor Safety, and Challenger Safety. We will talk about the critical role that leaders play in fostering psychologically safe teams and break down the specific behaviors that can help build or wreak havoc on this process.
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SESSION ONE: MENTAL HEALTH & WELL BEING
APRIL 8, 2026 | TULSA
Speaker: Dr. Alexis Smith Washington , associate professor of management, Spears School of Business, Topic: Navigating Work and Life as a Woman in Business
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SESSION ONE: MENTAL HEALTH & WELL BEING
APRIL 8, 2026 | TULSA
Speaker: Dr. Marjorie Erdmann ,
Speaker: Dr. Sara Coffey , assistant professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences Topic: Mental Wellness: Creating Mental Wellness Literacy
director of OSU Center for Health Systems Innovation Topic: Mental Wellness: Creating Mental Wellness Literacy
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DESCRIPTION
Blended identity involves navigating multiple roles, like being a working parent or managing work/life balance. This session invites participants to reflect on their experiences as professional women, unpacking challenges, and crafting solutions for these blended roles. We’ll also explore whether women leave corporations due to lack of confidence or if they’re pushed out, with research suggesting both. The seminar will address barriers like gender biases and discrimination, and conclude with strategies to overcome stereotypes and advance success in business for both men and women.
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DESCRIPTIONS
Dr. Marjorie Erdmann Prioritizing mental wellbeing (defined as a subjective assessment of a positive psychological state) has emerged as a strategic business imperative because of wellbeing's association with engagement and organizational performance. By taking an eye-opening neurobiological approach, participants will learn foundations of mental wellbeing and practice applying those lessons to life and leadership.
Dr. Sara Coffey In a world where stress often accompanies purpose-driven
lives, our relationship with stress can be both complex and contradictory. By naming the different types of stress and understanding how they impact us, we gain clarity about the sources of our mixed emotions and the challenges of daily life. This talk helps participants reflect on how past and present experiences have shaped their emotional responses—building insight, resilience and readiness for the work ahead
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SESSION THREE: NETWORKING
APRIL 21, 2026 | OKC
Speaker: Shannon L. Rich , President and CEO, Oklahoma Hall of Fame Topic: Lead with Influence. Win with Relationships
Speaker: Dr. Maribeth Kuzmeski , associate professor of marketing, Spears School of Business Topic: Personal Branding Compelling Public Speaking Authentic Networking
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DR. MARIBETH KUZMESKI’S DESCRIPTIONS
Standing Up and Standing Out in Business: Elevating Your Personal Brand Learn the marketing and business concepts necessary for elevating your personal brand, presence, and earning power. Gain powerful strategies, that can be applied immediately to stand out, achieve the success deserved, and show up with power and confidence. Compelling Public Speaking for Leaders: Presentation Skills Development: Powerful speaking skills increase influence and connection with an audience and are critical for introducing initiatives, increasing sales, team cohesiveness and productivity, and prospect and customer relationships. Authentic Networking: Discover how to build meaningful, authentic connections that go beyond surface- level exchanges by learning strategies to network with purpose and sincerity. This session will explore practical techniques to stay top-of-mind and offer diverse approaches to networking that feel natural, intentional, and effective.
SHANNON L. RICH’S DESCRIPTION NEXT LEVEL WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP CERTIFICATE
Lead with Influence. Win with Relationships: Led by award-winning CEO Shannon L. Rich, this dynamic session pulls back the curtain on what really drives career momentum, influence and relationships. With three decades of experience navigating decisions with corporate giants, negotiations with entertainment legends, and trusted circles of industry insiders, Shannon shares the strategies that elevate voices, build credibility, and open doors. Attendees will walk away with a deeper understanding of their own influence, actionable tools to strengthen their network, and a clear plan to leverage both for the success they deserve.
Key takeaways
Influence is currency, spend it wisely. Relationships should feel like fuel, not friction. Be the person who opens doors, and invite others in. The right people won’t dim your light; they’ll hand you the spotlight. Stay rooted in purpose, and your people will find you.
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MAY 5, 2026 | TULSA SESSION THREE: Plan and Provide
Speaker: Dr. Lindsey Greco, associate professor of management, Spears School of Business Topic: Providing Performance Evaluations and Difficult Feedback
Speaker: Dr. Stephanie Royce, director of executive doctoral programs and assistant professor of practice, Spears School of Business Topic: Project Management
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DESCRIPTIONS
Dr. Lindsey Greco The purpose of performance evaluations is to provide feedback to employees, set goals for improvement, recognize achievements and make decisions related to compensation, promotions or further development. This session will provide insights on how to navigate the evaluation process with an emphasis on difficult feedback and the unique challenges that women face in the workplace.
Dr. Stephanie Royce Project Management for the Next Level Leader provides an introduction to the fundamentals of project management, including the five process groups of a project life cycle. The course is designed to enhance project management skills with a focus on leadership and practical application. It presents a structured approach to understanding and applying project management principles in a leadership context, including tools and tips for project management best practices.
CLOSING SESSION DAY ONE STILLWATER NEXT LEVEL WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP CERTIFICATE
MAY 19 - 20, 2026
Speaker: Dr. Jeanine Porck, associate professor of management, Spears School of Business Topic: The science of making smart, strategic decisions
Speaker: Dr. Stephanie Phipps, assistant professor of practice, Spears School of Business Topic: Understanding Strategy as a Driver of Success
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DR. JEANINE PORCK DESCRIPTION
The science of making smart, strategic decisions As a manager you want to make the right decisions; those that encourage you and your team, and those that align with and impact the strategy of your company. In this session, you will learn proven decision-making models and walk-through exercises to improve your strategic thinking. We will explore why bad strategic decisions happen to good managers so you can make better, smarter ones!
DR. STEPH PHIPPS DESCRIPTION NEXT LEVEL WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP CERTIFICATE
Understanding Strategy as a Driver of Success The session focuses on empowering executives and entrepreneurs with critical business strategy skills to drive successful outcomes. It covers how to build a competitive advantage by aligning organizational goals with individual goals, emphasizing the importance of clear communication and a supportive culture and talent management. Participants will engage in interactive discussions on planning and aligning strategies that foster decision quality, strategic mindset, and driving results. The session concludes with facilitated executive leadership activities to assess current alignment and develop actionable recommendations that ensure organizational practices support overarching goals. Key competencies highlighted include decision quality, planning and alignment, driving results, strategic mindset, and driving vision and purpose. The session uses practical workshops and case studies to enhance strategic decision-making and equip leaders to navigate complex business challenges confidently and with agility.
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CONTACT US IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS!
Alexis Hightower
Bri Day
405.744.9065 Next Level Certificate Program Coordinator
405.744.8670 Next Level Certificate Program Specialist
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