Return to the Leadership Toolkit: Four-Part Series

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Timing

This series consists of three (3) live Zoom sessions from Noon - 1:30 p.m. ET on Nov 19, Dec 3 & 10. There will be one 10-minute break in each live session. 

Unable to make the live sessions? Recordings will be made available (automatically to those who register) within a week after each live session. 

Delivery Method/Learning Environment

This course is a Group Internet based offering (via Zoom) and combines real-time presentation, polling questions, real-world examples, small group breakouts, Q&A, and group discussion.

Series Overview

All sessions take place from Noon - 1:30 p.m. ET

Authentic Leadership in Times of Change

  • Nov 19: Title Pending

  • Dec 3: Title Pending

  • Dec 10: Title Pending

All events are recorded and attendees will automatically receive access to the recordings (accessible for 90 days).

Who Should Attend?

Whether you're new to leadership or have years of experience under your belt, this program is designed to help you grow, refocus, and lead with greater impact. It’s ideal for:

  • Emerging leaders stepping into management for the first time
  • Team leads and supervisors ready to strengthen core skills and boost team performance
  • Mid-level managers looking to expand strategic thinking, resilience, and influence
  • Seasoned professionals seeking a fresh perspective and new tools to elevate their leadership

Program Level: Basic level—no prerequisites, some advance preparation requested.

This is a foundational-to-intermediate leadership program designed for professionals at various stages of their management journey. It offers a strong foundation with room to grow into more advanced concepts.

Prerequisites/Advance Preparation

To help participants get the most out of each session, light prep work is encouraged before webinars — such as watching a short podcast or reflecting on a leadership prompt — to set the stage for meaningful learning and practical application. There are no prerequisites for any of the courses.

Technology Requirements

  • Computer: Each attendee needs to work from their own computer, to fully participate in the discussions and exercises.
  • Zoom Meeting Access: You’ll need strong Internet access to run the Zoom meeting platform.
  • Audio/Webcam: You will need to enable computer audio to listen and speak (alternatively a call-in number will be provided) and you will also need a webcam, so you can fully engage in the small group breakout sessions and group discussions.
  • Download the Kahoot! App: The instructors will be using Kahoot during (and after) live sessions and will provide you with the game PIN number needed for each quiz. Go to the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android) and download the free Kahoot! app on your phone.

Accreditation

Continuing education credits (CEUs, CPEs, and PDHs) will be provided for each session. Recommended .4 CEUs/ 4.5 PDHs 

Instructors 

mike robbins headshotMike Robbins is a leading expert in leadership, culture, and teamwork — helping some of the world’s most respected organizations build environments where people perform at their best because they feel safe, valued, and connected. Over the past twenty-five years, Mike has partnered with hundreds of organizations, including Google, Microsoft, Wells Fargo, Walmart, Schwab, LinkedIn, Deloitte, the U.S. Department of Labor, Gap, Harvard University, Coca-Cola, Disney, Chevron, eBay, Kaiser, Airbnb, UC Berkeley, the NBA, Pixar, Genentech, Adobe, and the San Francisco Giants, among many others. He has spoken in seventeen countries across four continents and is one of fewer than 10% of professional speakers worldwide to earn the prestigious Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) designation from the National Speakers Association.

Through his keynotes, seminars, leadership programs, and executive coaching, Mike empowers leaders and teams to strengthen trust, enhance collaboration, and embrace authenticity as a driver of high performance. His approach blends emotional intelligence with practical business insight, helping organizations translate values like appreciation, empathy, and belonging into tangible results that elevate engagement and drive growth. Mike holds a degree in American Studies from Stanford University, with a specialization in race and ethnicity, and has completed extensive professional and personal development training, including with the Coaches Training Institute.  He's the host of the popular podcast, We're All in This Together, which has almost 450 episodes.  He's also delivered three TEDx talks which have close to 2.5 million views.

Individual Webinar Information

Part 4: Authentic Leadership in Times of Change 

(Nov 19. Dec 3, 10 | Thursdays, Noon – 1:30 p.m. ET)
  • Nov 19: Title Pending
  • Dec 3: Title Pending
  • Dec 10: Title Pending

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Registration

Registration Opening Soon!

Registration Fees

Registration is for individual access. If you have multiple people interested in attending, group discounts are available. 

Registration FeesMemberNonmember
*Bundle - Leadership Toolkit: Four-Part Series (Jan - Dec 2026) | Save $400$2,030$4,060
   
Part 1: Leadership Foundations: Core Skills for Emerging Professionals: Jan 29, Feb 5, 13 & 19 $595$1190
   
Part 2: Leading Teams with Purpose: July 7, 14, 21, 28 $595$1190
   
Part 3: Strategic Leadership in Action: Sept 9, 16, 23, 30 $595$1190
   
Part 4: Authentic Leadership in Times of Change: Nov 19. Dec 3, 10 $445$890
   

Group Discounts

Save money when your organization registers five or more people for the webinar series. The larger your group, the more you save! Registrations must be submitted on the same order (at the same time) to qualify for the group discount; discounts cannot be retroactively applied to previous orders. 

If you need assistance, contact Registration@PublicPower.org.

Number of registrantsDiscount
(per person)
1-4n/a
5-9$50
10-14$100
15-24$150
25+$200

 

Registration Help

Check out our Registration FAQs for answers to the most common questions and help with all your registration-related issues. 

Cancellations /No-Show/ Refunds/ Substitutions

All webinars will be recorded and attendees will automatically receive a copy of the recordings, in case you can’t attend live.

Registrants who cancel in writing at least 7 days in advance of the first webinar in the series are entitled to a refund of their registration fee, minus a $100 cancellation fee. Registrants who cancel after that will not receive a refund, but attendee substitutions will be allowed for this event only. Registrants and no-shows who do not cancel at least 7 days before the course start date are responsible for the full registration fee and are not entitled to a refund. 

Cancellations must be received on/before November 12. 

Cancellation requests should be made through your My.PublicPower portal, or addressed to: Registration@PublicPower.org.

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Accreditation

Earn While You Learn!

Participate in virtual programs to earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and Professional Development Hours (PDHs). 

Requirements for Successful Completion: Virtual

  • Registration is for individual access, so each person participating must register. If you have multiple people interested in attending, group discounts are available.
  • Individuals are required to attend and actively participate in 90% of each live session and complete an online evaluation after the last session in a course.
    • Attendance: Individuals must attend at least 90% of each live session (based on electronic timestamps in Zoom).
    • Participation: Active participation in class will include engagement activities such as: polling/check-in questions, and Kahoot quizzes (tracked electronically). There will also be small group breakout sessions, in-class exercises, and Q&A sessions.
    • Activities vary by class: Information on participation will be provided the day before (and during) class. Participation is tracked electronically.
    • Online evaluation: Each person must complete an online evaluation after the course concludes
  • Partial credit cannot be given for partial attendance.
  • Attendance is monitored by an APPA staff member during the event, through an online report log, and upon review of the post-event evaluation data.
  • Completion certificates will be available within two weeks of the last session in a live event (for those who meet the requirements) through your APPA member portal (access instructions will be provided).
  • Virtual sessions are recorded (attendees automatically receive access to recordings within a week of the last session), though continuing education credits can only be given for attending live events. Recordings will be accessible for 90 days after the last session.

Guidelines for Group Participation in Virtual Events

  • If a group is participating in a conference room together, we recommend each person still logs in individually from a laptop to ensure attendance and participation requirements are met (as noted above).
  • If individual log in is not possible, the organization must designate one person as the main point of contact. Email Academy@PublicPower.org in advance of the virtual event noting this information
    • This person will record attendance in the room in the room (we can provide a sample attendance tracker) and ensure attendance and participation from the group throughout.
    • Submit the attendance record to APPA within 2 business days of the conclusion of a virtual event.
    • Ensure each person fills out the required online evaluation.

What educational credits are available?

You can earn the following kinds of continuing education credits for attending live sessions — provided the following requirements are met:

IACET logoContinuing Education Units (CEUs): The American Public Power Association is accredited by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and is authorized to issue the IACET CEU. For information regarding certification status, attendance requirements, and obtaining attendee transcripts, contact Academy@PublicPower.org. Verify our IACET Accreditation.

Professional Development Hours (PDHs): The American Public Power Association’s educational practices are consistent with the criteria for awarding Professional Development Hours (PDHs) as established by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES). Course eligibility and number of PDHs may vary by state.

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