The Latest Insights from Leading NOW

Have you ever wondered why women tend to stall at mid-level in their career? We did, too. And we discovered the biggest reason is really quite simple…most managers don’t actually know what skills and competencies they need to develop in order to be seen as future leaders––and reach VP and senior executive-level roles. Our research on The 9 Critical Differentiators™ for Career Success has cracked the code on what women need to succeed––and we want to share it with you now!

Leading NOW, an award-winning global leadership education organization, is proud to announce that it has been honored with a 2025 HR & Employment Award from Corporate Vision Magazine and named Most Inclusive Leadership Development Company 2025–Northeast USA. The HR & Employment Awards celebrate outstanding organizations that are shaping the future of human resources, talent acquisition, and workplace inclusion. Leading NOW has set a high standard for excellence in the HR and employment sector.

Provides Volunteer Leaders with Year-long, High-Impact Development Solution BOSTON, Jan. 30, 2025 -- Leading NOW, the award-winning global leadership education organization that guides current and future leaders in achieving successful outcomes for their organizations, is proud to announce the launch of its innovative ERG Toolkit for Volunteer Leaders, a comprehensive solution designed to enhance the effectiveness of Internal Women's Initiatives and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). This groundbreaking Toolkit provides a year-long program that guides and empowers volunteer leaders to deliver both immediate and long-term benefits to the organization by creating a more business-aligned and higher-ROI plan in less time.

As 2024 comes to a close, I would like to express how grateful we are for our partners, our clients, and our team for making this another amazing year at Leading NOW. Thanks to each and every one of you for being part of the many achievements we’ve shared this year. As we turn the page and look forward to 2025, I would like to share our Top 10 memorable moments of which you’ve played a part––we could not have done it without your support and participation.

Announces Strategic Partnership with GLEAM (Global Leadership Enhancement and Mentorship) Network BOSTON - Dec. 4, 2024 - PRLog -- Leading NOW, the award-winning leadership authority and advisor to organizations, is pleased to announce it has entered into a strategic partnership with GLEAM (Global Leadership Enhancement and Mentorship) Network, a non-profit, volunteer-based organization whose mission is to provide mentorship and leadership development to the underserved community in the restaurant and foodservice industry. The partnership supports GLEAM's signature 1:1 Mentorship Program, a bi-annual 6-month program that matches emerging foodservice professionals with experienced industry leaders who volunteer their time as mentors.

“Never, ever, stop asking questions. Curiosity and the willingness to learn will bring a lifetime of success.” – Kelly Lockwood Primus “Leadership is the capacity to translate vision into reality.” This sentiment captures the essence of transformative leadership, where influence is measured by the ability to inspire, mentor, and drive meaningful change. True leaders elevate others, creating pathways for success and fostering environments where everyone can thrive. Among those who exemplify this kind of leadership is Kelly Lockwood Primus, CEO of Leading NOW. Renowned for her exceptional vision and innovative approach, Kelly has redefined leadership development by integrating deep research, global perspectives, and a business-minded approach for talent management strategy. Her dedication to empowering others and her ability to navigate complex challenges make her a standout figure in influential women leaders. Through her leadership and the groundbreaking research at Leading NOW, Kelly has driven a change in the mindsets of corporate leaders to recognize the value of building inclusive cultures and embracing the development of underrepresented talent.

Leading NOW, the award-winning leadership authority and advisor to organizations seeking to create more equitable cultures, announces its latest research from the Gender Dynamics Institute (GDI): The 9 Critical Differentiators™ necessary for women in the workplace to reach Executive level roles.

Now is your chance to experience Leading NOW’s world-class women’s leadership development programming at the largest women’s leadership conference in Las Vegas––the Foundation for Women’s Leadership & Empowerment’s (FWLE) 17th annual WLC––where registration is now open and we are once again the exclusive Education content-provider for the third year running!