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Breaking Barriers, Leading Boldly

Discover the confidence, skills, and faith-centered community you need to break through barriers and lead with purpose in every area of your life.

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Ideal For

Managers, Executives, and Founders

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Format

On Campus

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Instructor

Pastor/Bible teacher

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Time

6-month series

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Structure

Class Size

Instruction, moderated panel, coaching

Instructor to student ratio: 1:7

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Credentials

Continuing Education Credits (CEUs)

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"I would encourage individuals that are in leadership positions to attend these classes. Lots of engagement, spiritually inclinded, you feel very comfortable with other attendees. Very empowering."
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-Manager, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

All classes are held on-campus, with virtual attendance available (in-person encouraged).

Scholarships are available to eligible students.

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Tuition

Location

Date

Class

Series/Course

January-June

Includes all

3 courses

Entire 6-Month

Series

Hagerstown Community College

$450

Hagerstown Community College

$150

Hagerstown Community College

$150

Hagerstown Community College

$150

Managing Self and Service As You Lead Others

Strategic Scheduling & Time Management

Financial

Stewardship for Organizational

Success

Mar 1, 2025

Apr 5, 2025

Jun 7, 2025

Course 2

Leading with

Integrity: Ethical Decision-making

May 3, 2025

Course 3

The Art of Influence:

Values-driven Leadership

Breaking Barriers in

Male-Dominated Industries

Jan 18, 2025

Feb 1, 2025

Course 1

Upcoming Dates & Registration

The Art of Influence: Values-driven Leadership​

 

Rooted in the belief that leadership is most impactful when guided by a commitment to ethics, morals, and the common good, this class provides a unique space for women to explore and develop their leadership skillset. Through an intersectional lens, students will delve into the concepts of values-driven leadership, emphasizing the role of women in shaping inclusive and morally grounded organizational cultures.​

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Guiding Scripture

Jesus (New Testament)

Woman with Arms Crossed

Learning Outcomes

​Values Alignment​

Articulate and align personal and organizational values to make ethical decisions in a dynamic workplace.

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Selfless Leadership​

Demonstrate the ability to prioritize the welfare and development of team members over personal interest.​​

Integrity​

Identify and apply values that strengthen personal integrity in actions and decision-making.

 

Reliability & Trust

​Hone methods for cultivating a sense of reliability and trustworthiness within a team.

Instructor

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Tracy Graves Stevens

Minister & Corporate Consultant

Previous Panelists

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Barbara Martin

Founder, Women in Transition

Breaking Barriers in Male-dominated Industries​

 

Rooted in the belief that leadership is most impactful when guided by a commitment to ethics, morals, and the common good, this class provides a unique space for women to explore and develop their leadership skillset. Through an intersectional lens, students will delve into the concepts of values-driven leadership, emphasizing the role of women in shaping inclusive and morally grounded organizational cultures.​

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Guiding Scripture

Deborah (Judges 4-5); Proverbs 31 woman (Proverbs 31)

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Learning Outcomes

​Inspirational Leadership​

Ability to articulate the importance of women in leadership roles in male-dominated fields and the inspiration it provides to others.

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Confidence​

Develop increased confidence and sense of authority in leadership.​

Resilience

Understand how to overcome challenges through skills-based activities and group discussions.

 

Positive Influence​​

Build a network of support among women with similar experiences.

Instructor

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Tracy Graves Stevens

Minister & Corporate Consultant

Previous Panelists

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Melissa Noel

CEO, Noel's Fire Protection

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Del. Brooke Grossman

Former Maryland State Delegate

Chief Mission Officer, Horizon Goodwill

Managing Self and Service as You Lead Others​

 

This class recognizes that effective leadership begins with developing habits that support our self-management and resilience. Students will explore strategies for managing stress, prioritizing work/life balance, soul care, and developing emotional intelligence. By understanding the interconnectedness of self-care, service, and leadership effectiveness, women leaders will learn to foster well-being from the inside-out and inspire others by leading by example.

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Guiding Scripture

Moses (Exodus 18:17-23); Jesus (Mark 6:31)

Cooking at Home

Learning Outcomes

​Managing Emotional Health​

List strategies for managing emotional health while in positions of leadership.

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Managing Mental Health​

List strategies for managing mental health while in positions of leadership.​

Self-awareness

Identify root causes of unhealthy thoughts and patterns that create barriers to productivity.

 

Balance

Hone methods for cultivating balance between work, life, and self to be a healthier and more effective leader.

Instructor

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Tracy Graves Stevens

Minister & Corporate Consultant

Previous Panelists

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Dr. Gloria Hill Murray

Pastor & Founder, FlairNOW

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Maureen Grove

Executive Director, Girls Inc. of

Washington County

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Heidi Bodenheimer

Integrative Health & Wellness Coach

Strategic Scheduling and Time Management​

 

This comprehensive class equips students with a robust toolkit for reclaiming control over the 24 hours they are given each day. Students will learn to craft strategic schedules, prioritize tasks effectively, and leverage tools that optimize productivity. The class goes beyond traditional time management advice, acknowledging the nuanced challenges and external pressures faced by women in leadership roles to provide actionable solutions to help them reach success.

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Guiding Scripture

Nehemiah (Nehemiah 1-7)

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Learning Outcomes

Resilience​​

Identify and apply practices that enhance resiliency.

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Building a Toolkit​

Identifying tools to help manage self and time effectively.​

Accountability

Develop accountability measures to help women maintain balance consistently in their lives.

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Implement New Strategies

Implement personalized time management strategies that align with leadership responsibilities.

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Instructor

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Tracy Graves Stevens

Minister & Corporate Consultant

Previous Panelists

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Chandra Metz

Co-owner, C&M Lawns

Co-founder, Girl Boss Academy

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Kelsi Waltemire Palmer

Founder, Kite & Anchor Communications

Communications, Hub City Vineyard Church

Leading with Integrity: Ethical Decision-making â€‹

 

This class focuses on the intersection of creativity, problem-solving, and moral reasoning by emphasizing the development of a strong moral compass. This class is a catalyst for cultivating leaders who not only excel professionally but also uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct.

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Guiding Scripture

Daniel (Book of Daniel)

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Learning Outcomes

​Integrity​

Cultivate trust while leading a team or organization by demonstrating strong moral and ethical principles.

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Ethical Leadership​

Understand and implement behavior that prioritizes values, fairness, integrity, honesty, and trust in leadership.​

Decision-making

Understand how to make effective and ethical decisions, considering diverse perspectives and complex outcomes.

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Workplace Culture

Cultivating a workplace culture where wise leadership and decisions-making is prioritized and celebrated.

Instructor

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Tracy Graves Stevens

Minister & Corporate Consultant

Previous Panelists

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Jeannie Asbury

Executive Director, REACH of

Washington County

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Mandy Hood

Executive Director, The Connection

Financial Stewardship for Organizational Success​

 

This class helps women redefine money as a tool for advancing organizational goals and as a resource to drive organizational objectives effectively, rather than an end in itself. We will explore the critical role of financial management in leadership, including learning to collaborate with financial experts, delegate responsibilities while maintaining oversight, and navigate complex budgets and financial priorities. Unlike other financial literacy training, this class emphasizes not only the value of astute financial decision-making, but also the collaborative strength of a passionate team in executing visionary plans.

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Guiding Scripture

Joseph (Genesis 41;47)

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Learning Outcomes

Money Mindset​

Developing a healthy understanding of organizational finances as a resource for achieving collective goals.​

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Strategic Financial Leadership

Learn to approach money as a strategic tool for advancing organizational goals rather than viewing money as an end in itself.

Delegation

Identifying how and when to delegate finances and budgeting to experts.

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Collaborative Financial Management

​Develop the ability to collaborate effectively with financial experts and navigate complex budgets to make informed financial decisions.

Instructor

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Tracy Graves Stevens

Minister & Corporate Consultant

Previous Panelists

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Brenda McComas

Executive Vice President, Middletown

Valley Bank

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Cortnie Beaver

Financial Advisor, Prudential

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