Harness Influence. Ignite Change. Achieve Success.

Amplify Your Influence and Drive Meaningful Change. Unlock the power of strategic influence to persuade effectively, build credibility, and leave a lasting impact in your career. Be prepared and empowered with the tools to strengthen your personal power, craft a compelling professional brand, and leverage key relationships to drive success.

Gain valuable insights into the psychology of influence, master proven techniques to navigate workplace challenges, and develop a strategic approach to presenting ideas with confidence. With real-world applications and actionable strategies, enhance your ability to lead, inspire, and influence at every level.

Define it - Grasp workplace influence, identify challenges, and leverage personal power beyond your title.

Adapt it - Build your personal brand, identify influencers, earn trust, and overcome barriers with SMART + HEART strategies.

Apply it - Implement influence strategies through case studies, win-win meetings, overcoming resistance, & actionable follow-ups for lasting impact.

Who should attend?

• Mangers
• Team leaders
• Individual contributors
• Project managers
• Women and men are welcome

Registration:

• Members $129
• Non-Members $179
• Registration Deadline: August 29, 2025

Space is Limited! Register Now!

About the Facilitator:

Mary Held
Mary Held & Associates, LLC
President

Mary S. Held is the president of Mary Held & Associates, LLC, a consulting firm specializing in organizational success and high performance. A nationally recognized business consultant, certified executive coach, and speaker, Mary brings over 20 years of leadership and development experience across private and public sectors.

Her expertise in relationship-building and strategic collaboration has supported clients such as The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Ohio Health, HCA Healthcare, and Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

An active leader in Central Ohio, Mary is involved in professional organizations including the Association for Talent Development, SHRM, and the International Coaching Federation. She holds a master’s degree in organizational development from The Ohio State University and certifications in executive coaching from Marshall Goldsmith Stakeholder Centered Coaching and WABC.