SIMMONS UNIVERSITY

Institute for Inclusive Leadership

ARRIVE AND THRIVE®

Empower women leaders and their allies to foster gender parity, equity and cultures of inclusion.

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Retaining and advancing women
in leadership to drive
innovation and growth.

For Women Leaders

Creating a more engaged
and inclusive culture where
everyone can thrive.

For Ally's & Inclusive Leaders

Fostering a culture of
engaged talent capable of driving
revenue growth.

For All Leaders

Simmons University

125 years of Empowering Women
Through Education

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We are proud to be a part of Simmons University, which has a 125-year legacy of empowering women through education. Our goal is to manifest equity in leadership in our lifetime by fostering gender parity and cultures of inclusion.

Simmons University Institute for Inclusive Leadership

Empowering Inclusive Leaders
At All Levels

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We have a variety of resources available to serve you, no matter where you are in your leadership journey. Whether you are focused on accelerating your own career or responsible for driving broader talent initiatives forward in your organization – our Institute team is committed to helping you succeed.

2025 Simmons Leadership Conference | March 20, 2025

The Simmons Leadership Conference (SLC) isn’t just an event – it’s a catalyst for transformative change. Look for details on date and location coming soon and be ready to plunge into the energizing vibe of the 46th Simmons Leadership Conference!

The greatest opportunity for leaders today is to foster workplaces where every individual feels valued, encouraged, and emboldened to lead as their authentic self.

Dr. Lynn Perry Wooten

President, Simmons University

The Strategic Leadership Accelerator Certificate Program fundamentally changed the way I think about leadership presence and practice. The combination of programming content, peer interaction, and networking opportunities delivered an experience unlike any program I have attended. I firmly believe that completing this program contributed to my promotion into a senior strategy role.

Michele Hentges

Cisco Systems, Global Strategy and Planning

The Leading with Impact Program should be a part of every woman's leadership development plan. The progression from knowing your best self to leading teams is second to none. Not only did it help me think about how I lead at work, but also how I lead my whole life.

Marcy Goode

McGraw Hill, Director Customer Experience and Web Product Management

In collaboration with our partners around the world, our goal is to be the global authority on the intersection of leadership, equity, and inclusion – with an emphasis on achieving gender parity in organizational leadership.

Susan MacKenty Brady

Deloitte Ellen Gabriel Chair for Women and Leadership

At a distance or in-person, we partner to create dynamic leadership journeys that will inspire, ignite and engage leaders at all levels.

Kristen Palson

COO, Simmons University Institute for Inclusive Leadership

The time is now to empower women to step into their full leadership potential and awaken organizations to the importance of establishing an environment where all leaders can thrive.

Kerry Seitz

Vice President, Women's Leadership, Simmons University Institute for Inclusive Leadership

Inclusive leaders drive business results and engagement by harnessing the creativity and innovation of diverse teams.

Elisa van Dam

Vice President, Allyship and Inclusion, Simmons University Institute for Inclusive Leadership

Action-Oriented Keynotes
Designed With Your Workforce In Mind

  • Our keynotes are based on our latest research around the best practices necessary for talent to thrive in the workforce. We offer actionable strategies that will inspire, empower, and activate your leaders.
  • The content is immediately applicable, focused around creating a more engaged workforce capable of driving your business objectives forward.  

Customize My Learning Journey

There’s no one-size-fits-all path towards becoming an ally or empowering your team. Partner with us to create a tailored program that fits your needs. Explore a wide range of topic-specific learning modules to enhance knowledge and build skills.

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Highlights from the 45th Annual Simmons Leadership Conference

The 45th Annual Simmons Leadership Conference welcomed thousands of leaders in-person in Boston and virtually from around the world on April 3, 2024. We unpacked the theme of Creating Impact and gained heartfelt inspiration, wisdom, and insights from a world-class lineup of speakers, including Gloria Steinem, Trevor Noah, Cassandra Worthy, Magie Cook, Jennifer Hyman, and more.

Take a look at memorable moments from the 2024 Simmons Leadership Conference. Over the course of this one-day event, inspiring keynote speakers offered candid stories about their experiences on the way to the top, as well as principles for success to help attendees pursue their own professional path. The conference also offered thought-provoking panel discussions focused on leadership best practices. Each session allowed for candid and open Q & As with top women leaders who provided expert advice and pro tips designed for immediate application.

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