Past Culture Cohorts

A Cohort is defined as “a group of people banded together”. The Culture Cohort has a purpose to band together business leaders to drive thoughtful and actionable discussions around how we can all take a leading role to improve the cultures in our organizations.

The Culture Cohort is focused on driving new conversations that bring leaders from all industries, company sizes and job functions together to discuss how we can all have positive impacts on our work environments. This community’s purpose is to give leaders a place where we share our concerns, struggles and solutions with each other so we can all learn and grow.

February 2026 Culture Cohort | Cultures of Courage

Cultures of Courage: Leading with Conviction in Recognition of Complexity
What does it take to lead with courage when the stakes are high, the path forward is unclear, and every decision has lasting impact? In this inaugural session of our 2026 series, senior executives and cultural architects will dive into the critical role courage plays in shaping thriving organizations.

Courage is not just about bold moves—it’s about creating environments where leaders and teams lean into vulnerability, confront hard truths, and take risks that others avoid. It’s about cultivating trust, resilience, and conviction in the face of disruption.

Join us as we explore:

How courageous leadership transforms culture from the inside out.
The hidden costs of fear-based decision making—and how to break free.
Practical ways to empower teams to embrace uncertainty and act decisively.
Real stories from leaders who have redefined success by choosing courage over comfort.

This conversation will challenge you to reflect on your own leadership, push beyond the safe zone, and equip you with strategies to build a culture where courage is the catalyst for growth.

If you want your organization to thrive—not just survive—in an era of constant change, courage isn’t optional. It’s essential.

September 2025 Culture Cohort | Cultures of Strategic Agility

What is Strategic Agility? It is an organization’s ability to sense, interpret, and respond proactively to market dynamics and environmental shifts.

Thriving organizations aren’t just reacting to change—they’re anticipating it, shaping it, and turning uncertainty into opportunity.

Adaptability isn’t just a competitive advantage—it’s a necessity. It’s woven into the very fabric of your organization’s culture, influencing how teams collaborate, leaders make decisions, and every individual brings value to the table.

Join us for The Culture Cohort – Cultures of Strategic Agility, a dynamic panel event where forward-thinking leaders share real-world stories, actionable strategies, and the mindset shifts required to build cultures that thrive in complexity.

We’ll dive into questions like:

How do you cultivate a culture where strategic agility is a core capability, not just a buzzword?
What are the common barriers that organizations face—and how can they be overcome?
How can leaders foster environments where anticipation and adaptation are second nature?

As you’re leading through uncertainty and building for the future, this event will spark new thinking, connect you with a community of change-makers, and equip you with practical ideas to take your culture to the next level.

Who Should Attend?
Leaders, changemakers, executive team members, HR professionals, and anyone passionate about building resilient, future-ready organizations.

April 2025 | Cultures of Innovation

What makes some businesses innovation powerhouses while others stagnate? In this provocative panel, industry leaders and change-makers pull back the curtain on how workplace culture fuels groundbreaking ideas. Innovation thrives in environments where the workplace culture fosters creativity, collaboration, and adaptability. And where employees are encouraged to let their imagination drive growth.

Discover the untold strategies behind building teams that think differently, adapt quickly, and consistently deliver innovative solutions.

From fostering creativity to navigating the tensions between tradition and transformation, this discussion will challenge your assumptions and inspire bold new approaches. Whether you’re looking to revitalize your organization or stay ahead of the curve, this event will leave you with the insights and tools to turn culture into your ultimate competitive advantage. Don’t miss the chance to explore how innovation truly begins—at the core of workplace culture.

February 2025 | The Generational Advantage: Leveraging Age Diversity in the Workplace

In today’s workplace, generational diversity has become both a challenge and a powerful asset, with employees from various age groups bringing unique perspectives, skills, and experiences. The Generational Advantage: Leveraging Age Diversity in the Workplace is a dynamic panel event that explores how organizations can harness the strengths of each generation to foster innovation, collaboration, and growth.

Join industry leaders from each generation as they discuss the evolving workplace culture, identifying the advantages different generations—Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z—bring to the table. The panel will cover strategies for leveraging generational differences to build more inclusive and productive teams, promote knowledge sharing, and enhance cross-generational communication. Attendees will gain insights into how organizations can create environments where generational strengths complement one another, driving organizational success and adaptability in a rapidly changing world.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain a competitive edge, foster a thriving workplace culture, and drive sustainable growth. Reserve your spot today and embark on a transformative journey toward a culture-driven business strategy!

October 2024 | Why you need culture as a part of your business strategy.

Join us for an insightful exploration into the indispensable role of culture in shaping a successful business strategy. In today’s dynamic and competitive business landscape, organizational culture stands out as a key differentiator and driver of long-term success. This event is designed to shed light on why cultivating a strong culture should be a fundamental component of every business leader’s strategy playbook.

Through interactive panel discussions, and real-world case studies, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how a culture strategy aligned with the business strategy can:

Drive Employee + Leader Engagement: Learn how a vibrant culture fosters higher levels of employee motivation, productivity, and satisfaction, leading to reduced turnover and increased loyalty.
Enhance Innovation and Adaptability: Explore how a culture of openness, collaboration, and continuous learning fuels innovation and enables organizations to adapt swiftly to market changes and technological advancements.
Build a Resilient Brand: Discover the link between a strong internal culture and a resilient external brand, as well as strategies for leveraging culture to attract top talent and build a positive reputation.
Enable Sustainable Growth: Understand how a well-defined culture reinforces core values, mission, and vision, providing a solid foundation for sustainable growth and long-term business success.

Our lineup of expert speakers from diverse industries will share practical insights, strategies, and best practices for integrating culture seamlessly into your business strategy. Whether you’re a seasoned executive, an HR professional, or an entrepreneur looking to scale your business, this event promises valuable takeaways to help you harness the power of culture for strategic advantage.

Featured panelists: Ebony Wyatt, Ben Utecht, Chris Galvin

February 2024 | Strengthen Your Brand with Authenticity

How do you show up as a company? How do you show up as a leader?

You have done the work to define your long-term strategy and 2024 execution plan. Have you done the work to consider how your brand is communicated and received externally AND internally? Building a strong brand isn’t just about flashy logos or catchy slogans—it’s about being true to who you are. Authenticity is the heartbeat of your brand, the key to connecting on a deeper level with your audience, employees and customers.

Join us to expand your own leadership perspective on culture and how it affects personal and business brands!

Featured Panelists: Janice Stanford, David Strohsack, Amanda Brinkman