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Impact Leadership

The AIM Institute’s Impact Leadership is an annual management course for technology professionals. The program consists of training each month for eight months. Each session focuses on common on-the-job issues faced by technology leaders.

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Overview

Impact is the flagship leadership development program offered by the AIM Institute, specifically designed for seasoned professionals aiming for top leadership roles. In partnership with Bellevue University, this immersive experience combines executive coaching, comprehensive 360-degree feedback, strategic planning, and advanced leadership theory into a transformative journey. Through engaging, in-person sessions, participants will strengthen their ability to influence organizational direction, build resilient teams, handle conflict with poise, and drive innovation through strategic leadership. This program serves as a stepping stone for leaders looking to enhance their impact and help shape the future of their organizations.

"“I am a more competent leader and more confident in my abilities to lead my teams, organize my responsibilities, and develop my team members than I have ever been.”"

Christopher Sebranek

Mutual of Omaha

2026 Schedule

Impact Leadership will include eight monthly sessions with a graduation ceremony. The schedule is now open for applications for the next cohort.

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Session 1: Orientation & The Shape of Leadership

February 10th 2026

Session 2: 360° Feedback for Leaders

March 10th 2026

Session 3: Creating a Coaching Culture

April 14th 2026

Session 4: Leveraging Your Personality Type

May 12th 2026

Session 5: Strategic Leadership

June 9th 2026

Session 6: Conflict Through Divergent Perspectives

July 14th 2026

Session 7: Leading Teams

August 11th 2026

Session 8: The Ascent Continues/Graduation

Sept 8th 2026

"“I would recommend this to anybody in a leadership role who wants to have a greater impact in their career and the careers of those they lead.”"

James Campbell

First Data

"I'm extremely thrilled to have gone through this program, especially after others in my organization attended. I have learned more about myself as a person and how I can be a good leader to others. It's helped me become more confident in my voice."

Jeff Yost

Millard Public Schools

Meet Our Elevate Academy Steering Committee!

Kris Lappala

Senior Manager
CDW

Bruce Peterson

Division Director
The Reserves Network

Stacey Richter-Jones

Director - Project and Portfolio Management
Mutual of Omaha

Russ Wagner

EVP Chief Information Office
Farm Credit Services of America

Scott Spratlen

Director of Enterprise Applications
AG Processing Inc

Leanne Ball

Vice President, Data & Analytics
Carson Group

Katie Badger

IT Project Manager
Valmont Industries

Jessica Barry

Manager Software Dev
Conagra Brands

Brett Berkebile

Director of Adult Education
AIM Institute