The Annual Key Executive Leadership Conference is a 200-person conference provided by the School of Public Affairs Key Executive Leadership Programs at American University. This event provides participants with the opportunity to explore principles, industry trends, and best leadership practices through key plenary and concurrent session presentations given by exceptional leaders in the field. Set in the heart of Washington, D.C., Key conferen...

The Key Executive Leadership Programs is hosting its first Key Executive Women in Leadership Forum. In honor of women’s history month, the forum will be held on March 21, featuring plenary speakers, working sessions, and networking activities. This forum will focus on women executives and leadership roles in the government today. Program Schedule:11:30am - 12:00pm: Registration 12:00 - 1:30pm: Lunch & Plenary Speaker: TBA 1:45 - 3:0...

Depending on how long you've been involved with diversity and inclusion (D&I) really determines not only how much you've seen, but how different the goals, the journey, the strategies, and yes, even the outcomes have been. Let's be clear, this talk matters as it does several critical things all at once: 1. It clarifies why the topic matters more than ever2. It highlights why the work itself is harder now than ever3. It provides proven ways...

LAST DAY TO RSVP! JOIN US! Since 1978, American University School of Public Affairs has honored more than 70 federal career executives in SES positions for their exception public service and dedication to the work and goals of government. Each year a distinguished panel selects two individuals for their demonstrated capabilities in the areas of leadership and commitment to effective continuity of government. The American University School of P...