Cities Available
Currently, there are programs offered in Orlando and Tampa Bay, Florida.
- Orlando: In partnership with the Orlando Economic Partnership.
Our next cohort begins January 22, 2024. Please check again next year. This cohort is full. Learn More
- Tampa Bay: In partnership with Amplify Clearwater.
Our next cohort begins March 19, 2024. Apply Today!
Total Investment: $4,800
“This experience is so powerful because of the diverse opinions and feedback from members of the group as well as from Accendo coaches Karen and Cari.”
Jacqui Pannell Zinck, Program Manager, Edward E. Haddock Jr. Family Foundation
“LEADForward gave me the confidence to explore my own gifts and work on my areas of development so I can continue to grow in my career."
Chelsea Yaw, Partnerships Manager, Drive at DoorDash
"I would never have been able to perform to the fullest in my role without the LEADForward experience."
Suneera Madhani, CEO & Founder, Fattmerchant
"The pre-work, development plan and other tools, coupled with the one on one coaching, helped me take my leadership to the next level."
Helen Martinez, President, Black Elk Group LLC
"I would recommend others to this program because they get coached by Karen and Cari and get to dive into specific challenges pertinent to their industries and individual careers. The one-on-one coaching has been a tremendous benefit to me."
Amy Ouellette, VP, Senior Branch Sales Leader, BankUnited
"Not only did it give me a path, I actually saw the results in my career! I would refer LEADForward to another high potential woman because it can be the difference that you’ve been waiting for."
Trish Wingerson, Director of Corporate Communications, Orlando Magic
"I would recommend this program to anyone because it forces you to think about where you are, where you want to go, and how best to connect those dots – both professionally and personally."
Rachael M. Crews. Shareholder, Gray Robinson
"This program offered a safe space for me to talk about my fears and insecurities and push through so I could move forward and achieve my goals. It helped get me ‘unstuck.’"
Beth Hobart, REALTOR, Mainframe Real Estate
To Apply to the Orlando Program:
To apply to the Orlando program, fill out this application. You can also email with any questions you may have.
For more information, contact us today.
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To Apply to the Tampa Bay Program:
To apply to the Orlando program, fill out this application. You can also email with any questions you may have.
For more information, contact us today.
Organizational Benefits Of Participating In LEADForwardSM
- Accelerate readiness of high potential women leaders for executive roles.
- Enhance engagement, and thus retention, of high potential women leaders.
- Contribute to diversifying the gender mix within executive teams.