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All webinars are delivered live at the time listed and are not recorded for later viewing. Times are listed for Eastern time zone.
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Leadership Launchpad
Presenter: Jyo Maan and Michelle Doerr
Hybrid program | $345
Live sessions on May 11, May 14, and May 19 from 1:00-3:00 PM Eastern and asynchronous work between sessions
Are you ready to take your leadership skills to the next level? Leadership Launchpad is here to help you soar! Start building a strong foundation for your leadership journey from May 11-19, 2026. (Some prep work required before the program).
Designed specifically for early to mid-career conservation professionals like you, this program offers a perfect blend of flexible, asynchronous learning and engaging live webinars. This program provides a framework to help you develop your unique leadership journey, emphasizing self-discovery and personal growth. It is not a technical, answer-driven program; instead, it encourages active engagement and critical thinking to empower you in shaping your own leadership path.
The agenda includes three live, virtual sessions from 1:00-3:00 PM Eastern on May 11, May 14, and May 19, 2026. The live sessions are supplemented with engagement on matlearning.org to deepen discovery and reflection. Please note that this program requires 10-12 hours of your commitment including 6 hours of live virtual sessions.
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Conservation Leaders Confluence
Presenter: Tabbi Kinion
6, 1-hour webinars | $190
Every week for six weeks starting May 26, 2026, from 2:00-3:00 PM Eastern
- The Doer-to-Leader Transition on May 26, 2026
Navigating the psychological shift from being valued for technical excellence to leading others. We'll discuss letting go of being "the expert," finding confidence in your new role, and redefining success through team accomplishments rather than personal productivity.
- Difficult Conversations & Feedback That Works on June. 2, 2026
Practical approaches to addressing performance issues, resolving team conflicts, and delivering feedback that drives improvement. We'll explore conversation frameworks specifically tailored to conservation contexts and common leadership challenges in wildlife agencies.
- Leading Field-Dispersed Teams: Managing Staff You Rarely See on June 9, 2026
Effective strategies for supervising staff who primarily work in the field with limited connectivity. We'll address building trust from a distance, creating accountability without micromanaging, and maintaining team cohesion despite geographic separation.
- Leadership Within the North American Model of Wildlife Management on June 16, 2026
Understanding how this unique conservation framework shapes your authority, responsibilities, and constraints as a leader. We'll explore balancing scientific management with public trust responsibilities in the context of state wildlife agencies.
- Navigating Agency Funding Models on June 23, 2026
Make sense of the complex funding mechanisms that drive conservation work and communicate these realities to your team. We'll discuss strategies for resource allocation, managing expectations, and pursuing alternative funding sources.
- Building & Leading Effective Teams in Conservation Agencies on June 30, 2026
Creating high-performing teams within the unique culture of conservation organizations. We'll cover establishing team norms, leveraging diverse strengths, and fostering the camaraderie essential for conservation work.
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Your Leadership Story: Discover It. Shape It. Share It.
Presenter: Jyo Maan
2-hour webinar | $55
June 17 from 1:00-3:00 PM Eastern
In conservation, we often lead with data, policy, and science—but stories are what drive understanding, trust, and action. This interactive session is designed to build your storytelling skills as a practical leadership tool. You’ll learn how to craft and deliver clear, compelling narratives that resonate with different audiences and support your goals.
Through guided instruction, examples, and hands-on practice, you’ll apply proven storytelling frameworks—including the Hero’s Journey and Pixar’s story structure—to shape messages that inspire and connect. You’ll also have opportunities to practice storytelling in a supportive environment and receive feedback you can immediately use in your work.
Learning Objectives:
- Apply storytelling as a practical leadership and communication skill in conservation contexts
- Build structured, engaging narratives using established storytelling frameworks (e.g., Hero’s Journey, Pixar model)
- Integrate storytelling techniques into your work with teams, partners, and communities
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Generations at Work: Growing Stronger Together in Conservation
Presenter: Geri Wiseman
2-hour webinar | $55
July 9 from 1:00-3:00 PM Eastern
Are generational differences creating challenges – or untapped opportunities – on your team?
Whether you’re leading a multigenerational team or collaborating across age groups, this session will help you build stronger communication, reduce conflict, and boost collaboration.
What you’ll learn:
- Influences that shaped each generation and why it matters at work
- Key motivators and communication preferences of Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z
- Tips and strategies to reduce misunderstandings and increase engagement
- We will go beyond stereotypes and focus on real strategies to help enhance your connection with all your stakeholders
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Beyond Resolution: Conflict Transformation for Collaborative Teams
Presenter: Jyo Maan
2, 2-hour webinars | $95
July 15 and July 16 from 1:00-3:00 PM Eastern
What if conflict isn’t a problem to fix, but a portal for growth? This webinar introduces conflict transformation—a relational, values-based approach that goes beyond managing tension. Explore how conflict often stems from identity, values, and power, and learn how to respond with clarity, presence, and compassion. Facilitator Jyotsna Maan shares her original framework—the 8 C’s of Conflict Transformation—to help you navigate complex or emotionally charged situations. This session offers reflection, insight, and an invitation into a deeper workshop experience. Discover how shifting your mindset around conflict can lead to stronger connection, deeper understanding, and more effective leadership.
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