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- **Event Name**: The Art of Clear, Confident, and Compassionate Communication
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 06 Feb, 2026 at 07:45 am – Fri, 06 Feb, 2026 at 09:00 am
- **Event Description**: Monthly executive mastermind session for leaders to re-chargeAbout this EventThis Month’s Focus:Effective leadership rises and falls on communication. How we speak, listen, give feedback, and navigate difficult conversations shapes trust, performance, and culture.This February, our Monthly Mastermind will focus on helping leaders strengthen their communication skills with intention and impact. Together, we’ll explore how to communicate with clarity and confidence—while remaining grounded in empathy and compassion.Participants will:Build storytelling and feedback mastery to inspire and influenceLearn strategies for handling difficult conversations with empathy and respectExamine how tone, listening, and intention affect how messages are receivedWe’ll anchor the conversation in insights from the TED Talk by Julian Treasure, “How to Speak So That People Want to Listen,” and engage in facilitated dialogue and practical application.Toolkit Takeaway:Participants will leave with an Effective Conversation Framework and a Feedback Model they can immediately apply in their teams, organizations, and leadership roles.This session is ideal for leaders who want to:Communicate with greater confidence and presenceStrengthen relationships and trustLead conversations that move people—and work—forwardJoin us for a powerful start to February as we continue investing in ourselves as leaders and in the skills that shape healthy, high-performing teams.What to ExpectWatch &amp; Learn: A recorded expert presentation from a seasoned leadership coach.Connect &amp; Discuss: Guided breakout discussions to share insights and tackle real-world leadership challenges.Plan &amp; Apply: Create a personal action plan to strengthen your leadership skills for your next project, initiative, or team.What You’ll GainClarity on the leadership behaviors that distinguish great project managers from good ones.Practical tools to build trust, empower your team, and lead effectively under pressure.A downloadable handout with notes, prompts, and post-event exercises.Meaningful connections and shared wisdom from peer leaders.Leader to Study: Julian TreasureJulian Treasure is a world-renowned sound and communication expert, bestselling author, and speaker who helps people harness the power of voice, listening, and presence to communicate more effectively. With a background in sound design and media, Julian has delivered multiple TED Talks viewed by millions, including “How to Speak So That People Want to Listen,” which explores the elements of impactful, authentic communication. His work guides leaders and teams to speak with clarity, confidence, and compassion in every conversation.What is a Mastermind Session?A mastermind is a facilitated group discussion designed to harness the collective intelligence of participants. The term comes from Napoleon Hill’s classic book Think and Grow Rich, where he described it as “the coordination of knowledge and effort of two or more people who work toward a definite purpose in the spirit of harmony.”Core PurposeTo help participants gain new perspectives on challenges and opportunities.To foster accountability and momentum around leadership or business goals.To encourage collaborative problem-solving and idea exchange.To build trusted relationships among high-performing peers. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/757a4a60-ef56-11f0-a259-774255d9d109-rimg-w1200-h675-dc2d2d30-gmir.jpg Adrienne Whitaker &amp; Ditu KasuyiAdrienne Whitaker has over 15 years experience in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in various leadership roles working in the public, private, and non profit sectors. She is also a certified sales coach and change manager with extensive executive level experience in sales &amp; marketing.Ditu Kasuyi has over 15 years experience is professional and organizational development. He is a certified personal coach with global experience working with companies, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations.________________________Getting to Know Adrienne WhitakerShe serves as the DEI Director of a statewide agency. She formerly was a senior business development executive at SOAR365 where she was responsible for advocating and providing employment for men and women with disabilities by securing contracts with companies, non-profits as well as local, state and federal government agencies including military base contracts to provide employment opportunities.She served as the Vice President of Philanthropy &amp; Marketing at Virginia Home for Boys and Girls, an agency that provides transitional living services, specialized education, and therapeutic resources to youth with emotional and behavioral health concerns, as well as housing for LGBTQ young adults who age out of the foster care system.Adrienne has served as Vice President of Institutional Advancement &amp; External Affairs at Virginia State University, a historically black college/university (HBCU) with over 5,000 students and. 850 employees. It is America's first fully state-assisted, four-year institution of higher learning for black students.Adrienne was Senior Vice President of Sales &amp; Marketing at SunTrust Bank., where she was also responsible for diversity initiatives, community outreach, corporate social responsibility, and overall sales results in a territory with over 3500 employees. In this capacity, she was also the region’s chief marketing officer and served as the chief of staff to the regional president/CEO. During her tenure at SunTrust, she spent 8 years as a sales and sales management coach to theAdrienne currently serves on the advisory board of C&amp;F Bank, and she was appointed by City Council to the Richmond Minority Business Enterprise &amp; Emerging Small Business Advisory Board. She also serves on the board of the Urban Financial Services Coalition (UFSC) Foundation and on the corporate advisory board. Adrienne serves on the board of directors of Homeward and Virginia Repertory Theater, where she is on the executive committee as the Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA) Officer. She was previously the National Vice President for UFSC.Adrienne obtained her bachelor’s of arts degree from William and Mary. She is a graduate of a leadership program at University of Richmond and the Sorensen Institute for Political Leaders at University of Virginia. She obtained her certification in diversity, equity, and inclusion from Cornell University. She also received a leadership certification from Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business.Adrienne has received additional certifications in the following areas:Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (Purdue University, Cornell University, AHIR, and Catalyst)Change Management (Cannon Financial Institute)Sales Management (Richardson)Sales Coaching (Cohen Brown Group)Certified Professional in Financial Services -CPFS (The American College of Financial Services)Professional Fundraising (Boston University)Adrienne is a third generation Bahamian-American. Growing up in an Air Force family allowed her to live in several places throughout the United States and be exposed to individuals from various backgrounds and cultures. Adrienne currently resides in Richmond, Virginia with family ties primarily in Miami, Florida; New Brunswick, New Jersey; and the Bahamas. Adrienne is very proud of her large, very diverse, multi-cultural family. She is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated and The Links,____________________Getting to Know Ditu KasuyiDitu Kasuyi is the President and CEO of Kasuyi and Associates, LLC, a leadership coaching firm in Richmond, Virginia. The company specializes in educating, motivating, and empowering professionals to elevate their leadership skills to reach their goals faster. By increasing their ability to focus on the behaviors that produce extraordinary results, his clients solve complex problems more effectively, leading to improved performance and higher revenues.Born in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ditu saw first-hand the power of inspirational leadership through his mother's journey to bring her family to the United States. From learning a new language to earning her PhD, her passion for empowering women through education and science encouraged Ditu to follow the clarion call. He has dedicated his life to changing the world through exceptional leadership coaching.As a certified personal coach, national award-winning motivational speaker, and international trainer, Ditu brings his passion for inspirational speaking and commitment to leadership growth to every client, helping them reach their untapped potential.​Ditu is certified in the John C. Maxwell and Franklin Covey Coaching methodologies, as well as the Prosci Change Management Methodology. He uses these techniques to help his clients successfully master renowned programs such as:7 Habits of Highly Effective People21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership15 Invaluable Laws of GrowthThroughout his extensive international travel, he has led team workshops, presented coaching sessions, and delivered motivational speeches in Korea, Japan, Thailand, Philippines, and across the United States. His clientele list spans from individuals to national and government organizations,A longtime member of the financial community, where he not only built the foundation of his business expertise but also rose to top management, Ditu is a current member of the Corporate Advisory Board of Urban Financial Services Coalition (UFSC), a past President of the Corporate Advisory Board of UFSC, and a past National President of UFSC. He was the recipient of both the UFSC President's Award and their National Orator of the Year award.Ditu believes in paying it forward and regularly gives back. In recognition for his service to the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, he was Eastern Region Brother of the Year. He also teaches Sunday school and volunteers for both the Boys Scouts of America and the Girls Scouts of America.Ditu earned his Master of Business Administration from Averett University and his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Saint Paul's College. When he's not engaging with clients or enrichening his spirit, he spends time with his beautiful wife, Melanie Lee, their active son, Ditu II and their beautiful daughter, Princess Norma Musau.Our Leadership Book club Suggestions:Best Books on Leadership and Accountability QBQ! The Question Behind the Question: Practicing Personal Accountability in Work and in Life by John G. Miller, avid L. LevinAccountability Leadership: How Great Leaders Build a High Performance Culture of Accountability and Responsibility by Di WorrallThe 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership: Follow Them and People Will Follow You by John C. ...Dare to Lead: Brave Work. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/759c9f70-ef56-11f0-a259-774255d9d109-rimg-w740-h740-dcffffff-gmir.jpg   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/75c424a0-ef56-11f0-a259-774255d9d109-rimg-w1200-h575-dcffffff-gmir.jpg Are you looking for a new career opportunity? L2L Leadership Institute has partnered with the Urban Financial Services Coalition Career Center. Upload your resume for FREE so recruiters seeking ideal senior and mid-level  professionals can match you to your next dream career  opportunity.  The  UFSC Career Center has one of the most significant database of diverse candidates in the United States. Whether you are a jobseeker or a hiring manager, the UFSC Career Center connects our diverse candidates from the information technology, finance, compliance, human resources, financial services, and other professional  industries, to those looking for top tier talent throughout the United States.  Visit today: http://ufscnet.com/career-center/  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/7608cec0-ef56-11f0-8a94-a79c01f52a05-rimg-w740-h740-dcffffff-gmir.jpg   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/765b82a0-ef56-11f0-a259-774255d9d109-rimg-w1200-h675-dc151f2c-gmir.jpg The Leadership Toolkit: 2026 Mastermind SeriesJanuary – Foundations of Effective LeadershipTopic: What Great Leaders Do DifferentlyUnderstand the difference between managing and leading.Identify the habits that build trust and influence.TED Talk: Simon Sinek – “Why Good Leaders Make You Feel Safe”Toolkit Takeaway: Leadership Self-Assessment &amp; Action PlanFebruary – Communication That ConnectsTopic: The Art of Clear, Confident, and Compassionate CommunicationBuild storytelling and feedback mastery.Handle difficult conversations with empathy.TED Talk: Julian Treasure – “How to Speak So That People Want to Listen”Toolkit Takeaway: Effective Conversation Framework + Feedback ModelMarch – Building High-Performing TeamsTopic: Creating a Culture of Accountability and CollaborationLearn how to delegate, coach, and empower.Foster trust and psychological safety.TED Talk: Margaret Heffernan – “Forget the Pecking Order at Work”Toolkit Takeaway: Team Accountability Chart + Coaching Questions GuideApril – Leading Through ChangeTopic: Adaptability, Agility, and Resilience in ActionLead through uncertainty and transition.Model calm and clarity amid disruption.TED Talk: Roselinde Torres – “What It Takes to Be a Great Leader”Toolkit Takeaway: Change Leadership ChecklistMay – Strategic Thinking for Everyday LeadersTopic: From Vision to ExecutionConnect daily work to organizational goals.Strengthen problem-solving and prioritization skills.TED Talk: Derek Sivers – “How to Start a Movement”Toolkit Takeaway: SMART Goals + Strategy Execution TemplateJune – Emotional Intelligence &amp; PresenceTopic: Leading with Self-Awareness, Confidence, and AuthenticityManage emotions and relationships effectively.Build executive presence through empathy and balance.TED Talk: Susan David – “The Gift and Power of Emotional Courage”Toolkit Takeaway: EI Self-Reflection Journal + Presence Practice PlanJuly – Inclusive and Ethical LeadershipTopic: Leading with Integrity and EquityAddress bias and build inclusive culture.Strengthen ethical decision-making.TED Talk: Melinda Epler – “3 Ways to Be a Better Ally in the Workplace”Toolkit Takeaway: Inclusive Leadership Commitment WorksheetAugust – The Leader’s LegacyTopic: Purpose, Impact, and the Power of ExampleDefine what success and significance look like for you.Build a purpose-driven leadership plan.TED Talk: Drew Dudley – “Everyday Leadership”Toolkit Takeaway: Legacy Vision Map + Leadership Impact StatementSeptember – Coaching and Developing OthersTopic: The Leader as CoachShift from directing to developing talent.Practice effective coaching questions and accountability.TED Talk: Atul Gawande – “Want to Get Great at Something? Get a Coach”Toolkit Takeaway: Coaching Conversation Guide + Development PlanOctober – Leading Up and AcrossTopic: Influence Without AuthorityLearn strategies to manage relationships with senior leaders and peers.Drive collaboration beyond your direct control.TED Talk: Stanley McChrystal – “Listen, Learn… Then Lead”Toolkit Takeaway: Stakeholder Mapping Template + Influence PlanNovember – Innovation and Continuous ImprovementTopic: The Courage to Challenge the Status QuoFoster creativity and innovation within your team.Balance risk with results.TED Talk: Linda Hill – “How to Manage for Collective Creativity”Toolkit Takeaway: Innovation Canvas + Improvement RoadmapDecember – Reflection, Renewal, and Goal SettingTopic: Recharging the Leader WithinReflect on lessons learned throughout the year.Set personal and professional goals for 2027.TED Talk: Nigel Marsh – “How to Make Work-Life Balance Work”Toolkit Takeaway: Year-End Reflection Guide + Leadership Goals WorkshopAgenda?: 07:30 AM - 07:45 AMVirtual Doors Open - Tech Check?: 07:45 AM - 07:55 AMStructured Networking?: 08:00 AM - 08:20 AMVirtual Speaker’s Leadership Principals?: 08:20 AM - 08:50 AMDiscussion and Breakout Sessions?: 08:50 AM - 09:00 PMWrap Up &amp; Takeaways
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