Join us for an EXPERIENCE Info Session!
Dates: Monday, July 26 from 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM ET
Available by: Join by Videoconference Only (learn more about videoconference)
Price: This is a free event!
Leadership is not about titles or the corner office. It’s about the willingness to step up, put yourself out there, and lean into courage. The world is desperate for braver leaders. It’s time for all of us to step up.
- Brené Brown
Today, more than ever, a new form of leadership is required, the kind that inspires greatness in others and doesn’t leave anyone behind. This isn't easy, and it requires courage, dedication, and sacrifice. This kind of leader cares about people first, then outcomes. They walk with integrity and are willing to put themselves on the line for doing and saying what needs to be said.
The emergence leader is desperately needed, yet few people take the time to develop into this type of leader: one who listens deeply, holds space, and influences change.
During this brief learning opportunity, we will explore the core skills of spiritually informed leadership. You will have the opportunity to participate in a self-assessment process that gives you an idea of your leadership strengths and opportunities for further growth. We’ll also explore our Emergence Leadership Academy (ELA), giving you insight into what it is and what it isn’t so that you can make an informed decision about whether ELA is right for you. Join us for this evening and hear from our Program Director, Rev. Dr. Ryan Polly.
If you have a problem registering, please email Help@1spirit.org.
PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Rev. Ryan G. Polly, Ph.D.
Rev. Ryan G. Polly, Ph.D. is a recognized thought leader, educator, and author with over 20 years of professional experience in organizational and leadership development, diversity and inclusion, and college-level teaching.
Personal triumphs in the face of adversity have provided Ryan with unique insight into the complexity of the human experience. It is these experiences that Ryan draws upon to inspire people to move through challenges and achieve genuine transformation. Modeling vulnerability and perpetual growth, he connects with participants by sharing stories of failure, resilience, and victory. Ryan’s contagious passion for positive transformation leaves people feeling empowered to employ tools and techniques in their personal and professional lives for lasting impact. In addition to serving as the Director of the Emergence Leadership Academy, Ryan also serves as the Director for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Maine Medical Center in Portland, Maine. Ryan is an ordained Interfaith/Interspirtual minister.
He holds a Ph.D. in Transformative Studies and a Master’s Degree in Adult Education. He has numerous certifications relating to leadership and organizational development. He has been recognized for his leadership contributions with a “Rising Star” award (2018 Vermont Business Magazine), and a Champion in Workplace Learning & Organizational Development award (Vermont Association for Talent Development, 2015). In addition, he developed a global award-winning leadership development program called Compass. (2017, HR.Com).