Upcoming sessions
Spring session (In-person)
| Date(s) | April 9-10, 2026 |
| Time | 8:30am - 4:30pm |
| Format | In-Person |
| Location | James W. Burns Executive Education Centre |
| Cost | $2,200 +GST |
Registration and fees
For this session, program fees cover all materials, breakfast, and lunch. Materials will be provided at the start of the program unless otherwise noted. For any questions, please contact our team or visit our FAQ page.
Overview and impact
Taking the Stage® is a transformative experience where women leaders come together to break through barriers, redefine what leadership looks and sounds like on their own terms, and build the confidence to lead with authentic conviction. If you're ready to elevate your presence, amplify your impact, and join a powerful network of women who are changing the face of leadership, this program is for you.
Taking the Stage® is a two day program that provides a purpose-built space for women to come together and discuss the specific challenges they face, while developing their leadership and communication skills. Participants will explore how gender norms have shaped and continue to shape ideas about leadership and communication styles. They’ll think critically about the leadership identity they want to create. They’ll develop a network of support with one another through shared experiences and challenges. And finally, they’ll practice their new skills using a simple, structured method designed to unleash their authentic conviction and presence.
As a participant, you will be engaged in a supportive learning environment that includes reflective thinking, personalized coaching, and collaborative discussions to develop your leadership and communication skills. At the conclusion of the program, participants receive a Certificate of Completion.
Learning outcomes
Through this program, you will learn to:
- Embrace and communicate a leadership identity.
- Identify mindsets and habits that do not serve your goals.
- Craft message-driven communication using a logical structure.
- Use strong, assertive language.
- Adopt a powerful vocal presence.
- Achieve an authentic physical presence, both in-person and virtually.
- Capitalize on conversations as leadership opportunities.
- Effectively navigate conflict in conversations.
Participant profile
New or aspiring women leaders who seek to embrace their leadership identity, master impactful communication skills, and develop a powerful presence.
Instructor
Brooke Sophia
Consultant, The Humphrey Group
Biography
Brooke has built a dynamic career ranging from business development to community management to building her own coaching practice. She brings a wealth of experience and unique perspectives from the variety of industries she’s worked in to her coaching and facilitation work.
Courage is a core value of Brooke’s and she brings this out in everyone she works with. Brooke's goal is to instill confidence in every individual she works with. Her approach to coaching empowers people, stretching them and providing ample opportunities for success. Clients who collaborate with Brooke appreciate her attentive listening, calming presence, and ability to inspire confidence.
Brooke is one of the youngest PCC-certified coaches globally with an ICF. She is a record-holding endurance athlete, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) blue belt competitor, accomplished improve performer with experience in Chicago and founder of an improve school. She holds her Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with the International Coach Federation (ICF), an Honours Bachelor of Philosophy from the University of Calgary and has pursed an MBA.
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James W. Burns Executive Education Centre
2nd floor
177 Lombard Avenue
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 0W5