Program Objectives

• Opportunity and space for self-reflection on what God is calling you to in your work.
• Attune to, strengthen, and gain greater awareness and insights into your leadership skills and journey.
• Mutual sharing of challenges, solutions, best practices, and ideas for greater learning and creativity.
• Discuss and learn about integrating Anabaptist values into organizational culture.
• Experience a safe setting that will foster trust and vulnerability.
• Explore new skills and practices and learn about trends impacting organizations and leaders through interactions with experts, peers, and other resources.
• Strengthen collaboration with and support of MHS Association member colleagues.
• Learn new methods to respond to operational, strategic, and governance issues.

Covenant

Affirm the code of ethics and ground rules:

• Speak from experience and avoid giving advice.
• Be quick to listen rather than defend.
• Ask questions over giving answers
• Fully participate in the gatherings
• What is said or happens in the circle stays in the circle
• No phone calls, texts, or emails during sessions (except for breaks)

Cancellation Policy

Due to the limited number of participants in the Executive Circle, cancellations are discouraged.  The following is our cancellation/refund policy:

• Written cancellation received more than 60 days prior to the first session – a full refund may be given or the full amount paid applied to the next year’s program.
• Cancellation received less than 60 days prior to the first session – registrant will forfeit 50% of the fee for a cancellation.
• Cancellation after the first session – no refund will be provided

Logistics

Each participant is responsible for:

• Flight/travel expenses
• Travel meal expenses
• Transportation to the resort
• Required readings and any suggested homework