Continuing Education
Leadership 101
- Thursday, February 5, 2026
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
New Richmond, Rooms 1122A-C
- Wednesday, February 18, 2026
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Rice Lake, Room 223
Unlock your potential to inspire, influence, and lead with confidence. This interactive workshop is designed to provide emerging leaders with the foundational skills and tools to develop a leadership style that motivates and empowers teams. Through practical exercises, real-world examples, and collaborative discussions, you’ll learn essential techniques in communication, decision-making, and emotional intelligence. Whether you’re stepping into a leadership role for the first time or looking to refresh your skills, this workshop will equip you with the insights to lead with impact and foster a culture of trust and collaboration.
Leadership 201: A Deeper Dive
- Thursday, February 12, 2026
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
New Richmond, Rooms 1122A-C
- Wednesday, February 18, 2026
1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Rice Lake, Room 223
This session takes your leadership skills to the next level by exploring the complex dynamics that drive high-performing teams and effective decision-making. Through discussions and group activities this workshop goes beyond foundational principles to focus on critical areas like Conflict Resolution, where you’ll learn to navigate disagreements with confidence, turning tension into opportunities for growth and innovation. You’ll also expand your understanding of Emotional Intelligence, sharpening your ability to read a room, respond with empathy, and build trust across diverse teams. As today’s workplaces continue to evolve, Adapting to Change becomes essential. Leadership 201 equips you with tools to embrace uncertainty, guide your team through transitions, and maintain momentum during challenging times. Finally, this workshop emphasizes Teamwork at a deeper level helping you foster collaboration, manage group dynamics, and align individuals toward a shared vision. Whether you’re stepping into a new leadership role or looking to refine your existing approach, this course empowers you to lead with greater insight, flexibility, and impact.
Leadership 301: Leading Through Others
- Thursday, March 5, 2026
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
New Richmond, Rooms 1122A-C
- Wednesday, March 25, 2026
1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
New Richmond, Rooms 1122A-C
- Wednesday, April 15, 2026
1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Rice Lake, Room 221
This session will advance your leadership skills and learn how to effectively lead through others. In this course, participants will explore strategies for transitioning from managing individual contributors to leading entire teams or departments. Emphasis is placed on developing coaching and mentoring skills, fostering collaboration, and creating a culture of accountability and trust. Through interactive discussions and practical exercises, learners will strengthen their ability to delegate effectively, build high-performing teams, and navigate conflict and difficult conversations with confidence.
Registration
Leadership 101: $40, $24.71 (62+)
Leadership 201: $75, $59.71 (62+)
Leadership 301: $75, $59.71 (62+)
If you’re registering and self-paying, click here to create your student profile (one-time only step).
Once your profile is complete, go to the Leadership classes, add the section you wish to attend to your shopping cart, check-out and pay.
If you’re eligible for the senior fee rate, that price will display during the check-out process when you get to the payment screen (not in shopping cart).
If your business needs to register a group and wants to be billed or you are a out of state resident (outside of Wisconsin or Minnesota), please contact
melissa.buxton@northwoodtech.edu
for details.
Amy Guerin
Leadership Development & WCD Instructor
With more than 20 years of leadership experience in the hospitality industry, Amy brings real world insight to the classroom. Amy holds a Master of Arts in Leadership and an MBA with a Leadership concentration from Augsburg University, as well as a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality & Tourism from UW–Stout. Amy’s background also includes serving as a project director for Gradient Financial Group. Amy is now focused on teaching leadership and development and dedicated to helping people connect theory with practice and build skills for successful careers. Outside of work, Amy enjoys traveling, watching sports, and spending time with family and rescue dog, Winnie.
