Join us for the Wake Forest Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) Workforce Development Team's new seminar series, Leadership in Focus! This engaging virtual series is designed to enhance your leadership skills and expose effective strategies through insightful interviews with leaders who will share their real-world experience. These sessions are perfect for anyone looking to develop their leadership abilities, whether you're new to leadership roles or a seasoned professional aiming to refine your approach. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your game by learning from leaders across the enterprise!
Each in-depth interview will be facilitated by Dr. Amy Wallis, a professor of practice in organizational behavior and ethics at the Wake Forest University School of Business. Dr. Wallis will engage research experts about their own experiences, challenges, and solutions in leadership - including growing one’s leadership capacity, strategic leadership, and leading change.
Spring 2025 |
Topic |
Speaker(s) |
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9/29/25 |
Team Science | Dave Miller and Elena Wright |
| 11/7/25 | Team Science |
Roy Strowd, Kasser Saba, Dianelis Diaz, Carolina Burgos, and Mysha Sissine |
Spring 2025 |
Topic |
Speaker |
Summary |
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3/19/25 |
Leadership Skills | Jamy Ard, MD Professor and Vice Dean, Clinical Research |
In this session, Dr. Amy Wallis holds a candid conversation with Dr. Jamy Ard about his own path into a leadership role. The discussion centers around Dr. Ard's early career; his current role and how he was able to gain respect from those around him that consider him a strong leader. |
| 4/16/25 | Leading with Change |
L. Ebony Boulware, MD, MPH |
Leading change is essential for any leader guiding their organization through transformation. Dr. Amy Wallis will interview Dean Boulware on strategies, tools, and behaviors for managing and leading change at WFUSM, including embracing change, creating a culture of change, and leading with confidence. |
| 5/27/25 | Strategic Leadership | Julie A. Freischlag, MD, FACS, FRCSEd(Hon), DFSVS, MAMSE Chief Executive Officer, Chief Academic Officer Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Chief Academic Officer, Executive Vice President Advocate Health Executive Vice President, Health Affairs, Wake Forest University |
This session will be a fantastic opportunity to gain a compelling glimpse into the mind of a visionary leader who has dedicated herself to steering her organization towards success. The discussion will be led by Dr. Wallis and will revolve around key themes such as breaking barriers, long-term planning, innovative thinking, and the ability to inspire and guide others. |