The Foundations of Leadership Course

Next workshop: TBD

This 4-hour course is designed to introduce new leaders to the fundamentals of what they need to know to be successful right out of the gate, thereby driving business results for the organization. This course is also great for managers that are willing to refresh their knowledge.

FORMAT
Live Virtual Event,
8-20 participants

PREREQUISITES
None

TIMING
4 Hours,
Customizable to match your team’s schedule and shift structure!

BEST FOR
First time managers and supervisors and a great refresher for more experienced managers

Next Workshop

Next Workshop Date : TBD    

TIMES:

LOCATION: Virtual Workshop (Link would be shared in the email)

$249.00

Course Description

This 4-hour, virtual course, conducted in real time will provide instruction in key aspects of leadership. We will discuss and complete activities that will reinforce necessary skills for Supervisors and Managers new in their roles, to improve the performance of their teams and deliver results needed by the business! Class sizes are kept purposely small in order to maximize the learning impact through active participation.

Each participant will complete a follow-up ‘Change Commitment Contract’ to ensure that this is not your typical check-the-box course. This ‘contract’ will require them to practice key learnings and reinforce behavior changes.

Topics to be covered in depth include:

  • the types of leadership and how to effectively use each

  • what is workplace culture and how is it established and changed

  • the necessary aspects of leadership to build a successful team

  • how to build Trust between the team members and the leader

These topics are taught based on current theory and research, but then are reinforced with real-life experience and examples.

Outcomes

Deliverable outcomes from the workshop include:

  • Understanding of the impact a skilled leader can deliver

  • Improved skills to effectively drive results in the participants’ teams

  • Commitment of the participants to effect meaningful change in their leadership behaviors

  • Measurable improvements in key results topics such as Engagement, Safety, Quality, Service, and productivity of the teams led by participants.

$249.00

Meet your Instructor

Jeff Lasselle

An accomplished operations executive with over 30 years of experience leading, coaching, and mentoring teams at the department, site, and regional levels within large multinational organizations. Known for building high-performing teams and fostering strong safety cultures, Jeff has consistently delivered operational excellence in complex manufacturing and distribution environments.

As Operations Vice President for Aldrich Chemical, a Merck KGaA subsidiary, Jeff received the 2021 People Leadership Award for his steady leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic. Earlier, he earned the 2015 Global Safety Award at Sigma Aldrich for spearheading a global leadership development initiative that trained 1,200 people-leaders, significantly improving safety culture and results across the international operational footprint of over 50 sites in dozens of countries.

Jeff began his career as a Chemical Process Engineer before quickly transitioning into leadership roles, driven by a passion for improvement—especially in safety. His career has spanned leadership of large departments in production, shipping, and maintenance, full-site manufacturing leadership (150–700 employees), and multi-site regional operations across North America. His leadership journey includes key roles at Merck KGaA, Sigma Aldrich Corporation, Sherwin Williams, and RPM International.

In 2023, Jeff founded Boosting Leadership, LLC, a consultancy focused on coaching and developing people leaders.

Jeff's areas of expertise include:

  • Developing future leaders

  • Coaching executives to optimize their impact

  • Driving organizational change and employee engagement

Jeff holds a BS-degree in Chemical Engineering from Bucknell University, an MBA from Heriot-Watt University, and a certificate in management from the Kellogg School of Management.

mentor Jeff Lasselle

FAQs

  • Yes! Additional times will be announced as we plan them. If you would like to suggest a time for your team, please let us know. Thank you!

  • Yes! If you would like to suggest a topic that would help your team, please let us know. Thank you!

  • Partial (95%) refund of the enrollment fee will be processed if you cancel within 48 hours after your registration.

  • “Highly successful at motivating employees to perform at high levels in all focus areas.”

    Director EHS+Q

  • “Great Communication skills and excellent business acumen coupled with vast experience.”

    VP of Operations

  • “Created a high performing team by challenging and developing the individuals according to their needs to grow."

    Head of Integrated Supply Chain

Let’s Talk!

Please use the form below to contact me to request a quote or another topic for training. I read every message and do my best to respond within 1 business day!