Note: Location change for Wichita SHRM PM Programs.
The presentation will point out the role of vision, influence, walking the talk, trust, respect, courage, empowerment, leadership development, and sacrifice. 

The instructor will utilize a variety of teaching methods such as group work, discussion, lecture, partner exercises, and individual pen and paper exercises.

Participants will:

• Define leadership
• Discuss and apply principles of leadership
• Analyze how leaders obtain influence and in turn influence the organization
• Appraise current strategies and build upon these strategies
• List growth areas and compose a plan to develop these areas

Jo Lynn Bright joined the EMPAC team in October 2005, serving in the capacity of EAP counselor.  Prior to her association with EMPAC, Jo Lynn served 10 years in a variety of roles at Youthville (Therapist, Supervisor, Training Coordinator & Director of Training and Staff Development). She also worked 12 years for the State of Kansas -- Dept. SRS, in western Kansas and Wichita.

Jo Lynn holds an M.S. degree in Marriage & Family Therapy from Friends University. She is a Licensed Clinical Marriage & Family Therapist.  Her B.S. degree was earned from Kansas State University in Family Life & Human Development.  She is a Clinical Member of AAMFT (American Association of Marriage I& Family Therapists) and a Certified Budget Coach & Seminar Instructor through Crown Financial Ministries.

This program has been submitted to HRCI for 2 hours of strategic credit.