The Executive Leadership Council (ELC)

Your mid-level managers translate strategy into action every day. MLMS is designed to help them return with stronger business acumen, sharper leadership instincts, a shared leadership language, and a broader professional network. Download the 2026 program brochure to see how MLMS can support the leaders your organization is investing in.

What does the 2026 Mid-Level Managers’ Symposium include? Executive perspectives. Practical leadership development. Peer connection. Five core capabilities designed to help managers continue advancing. Download the MLMS program brochure for the full overview.

Moving from management into leadership requires a different set of skills. The 2026 Mid-Level Managers’ Symposium helps rising leaders strengthen their influence, business acumen, communication, adaptability, and executive presence. Download the program brochure to explore the MLMS experience, featured speakers, learning framework, and virtual and in-person attendance options.

Curious what you'll experience at this year's Mid-Level Managers' Symposium? Join us September 23 for Inside MLMS: a live preview of the conference content, speakers, and what separates managers from leaders. You'll hear from: - Erika Irish Brown — Head of Talent Management & Engagement, Citi - Amanda Rey — Senior Director of Corporate Learning Solutions, The ELC Real insights. Wednesday, September 23 at 12:00 PM ET.

You deliver results. You manage teams. You're good at your job. But is that management, or leadership? The difference matters. And it's not what most people think. On Wednesday, September 23, Erika Irish Brown (Citi) and Amanda Rey (The ELC) are hosting a 30-minute session that breaks it down, based on what the most successful executives actually do differently. This is the preview of what you'll experience at the Mid-Level Managers' Symposium (MLMS) this October. Register for the live session today.

Most leadership programs aren't built for nonprofit reality: managing with less, navigating board dynamics, balancing mission with operations, building diverse teams on tight budgets. MLMS is different. Over two days, you'll work through breakout sessions designed specifically for nonprofit leaders: - Managing up: Navigating boards, funders, stakeholders - Financial acumen: Maximizing impact with limited resources - Leading through change: Scaling programs on tight timelines - Emotional intelligence: Building resilient teams - Cultural competence: Serving diverse communities October 29-30, virtual. 50% off for nonprofit leaders.