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SUMMARY:Lives on the Line: How Engineering Leaders Make Tough Calls
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, March 11\, 5pm – 7pm\nLocation: 32-124 \nRegister for This Workshop \nThis workshop counts toward the requirements for GradEL’s Graduate Certificate in Technical Leadership. \n\nDescription\nWhat does it take to make the call on a product recall when patient safety is at stake? \nIn this interactive workshop\, industry leaders from medical devices\, pharma\, and life sciences will walk you through how engineering teams escalate and evaluate risks\, even when information is incomplete. Working in small groups with our guests\, you’ll step into real-world recall scenarios\, grapple with the trade-offs\, and practice making tough decisions under uncertainty. Together\, we’ll debrief the approaches and insights that shape engineering leadership in critical moments. \n\nLeaders\nKaren Anigbo is a seasoned quality and product safety leader in the medical device and life sciences sector\, with deep experience in complaints handling\, field actions\, and post-market risk management. At Johnson & Johnson\, she served as Senior Manager for Complaints\, Field Actions\, and Post-Market\, where she led cross-functional investigations into product issues\, evaluated risk profiles\, and helped guide decisions on corrective actions\, including medical device product recalls. Her expertise in real-world response strategies that balance patient safety with technical risk is what she’ll bring to life for students in this workshop exploring how engineering leaders make tough\, safety-critical calls. \nKim Soter is an accomplished quality leader\, a former VP of Quality for Olympus Surgical and Quality & Compliance Director at Johnson & Johnson MedTech. With a career including leadership roles where she oversaw investigation and resolution of complex product issues\, Kim has helped teams evaluate safety risks\, engage cross-functional partners\, and determine when field actions and recalls are necessary to protect patients and maintain regulatory compliance. Her practical experience navigating high-risk product quality challenges will give a front-row view into how engineering leaders make tough\, risk-informed decisions that balance patient safety\, technical integrity\, and operational realities. \n\nWednesday\, March 11\, 5pm – 7pm\nLocation: 32-124 \nRegister for This Workshop \nThis workshop counts toward the requirements for GradEL’s Graduate Certificate in Technical Leadership. \nAdd this workshop to your calendar using the “Add to Calendar” link below. (That does not register you for the workshop. Use the above link to register.)
URL:https://gradel.mit.edu/event/lives-on-the-line/
LOCATION:Room 32-124\, 32 Vassar Street\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02139\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Power of Storytelling for Technical Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, April 1\, 5pm – 7pm\nLocation: 32-124 \nRegister for This Workshop \nThis workshop counts toward the requirements for GradEL’s Graduate Certificate in Technical Leadership. \n\nDescription\nStorytelling isn’t fluff; it’s a cognitive tool that helps people understand\, remember\, and care about complex technical ideas. In this interactive workshop\, students will learn why narrative activates more of the brain than facts alone\, how great technical stories are structured\, and how to craft clear\, compelling explanations tailored to any audience. Through real examples and guided practice\, participants will transform a technical concept from their own work into a two-minute story that is memorable\, engaging\, and strategically aligned with their goals as emerging engineering leaders. \n\nLeaders\nLinda DuCharme is a seasoned engineering and business leader with nearly four decades of experience driving innovation and organizational excellence across global energy and technology operations. Over her 37-year career at ExxonMobil\, she held a series of increasing leadership roles including President of ExxonMobil Global Services Company\, President of ExxonMobil Upstream Integrated Solutions\, and President of ExxonMobil Technology & Engineering Company where she focused teams on developing and deploying transformative technological and digital solutions to address complex challenges. \nA graduate of Auburn University with a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering\, Linda’s career spans engineering\, project management\, business development\, and international leadership in the U.S.\, Europe\, and Asia Pacific. Recognized for her impact on the profession\, she was inducted into the State of Alabama Engineering Hall of Fame in 2020 and has been a steadfast advocate for supporting engineering talent and diversity. \nNarayan Nallicheri\, PhD is an experienced strategy and leadership consultant whose career spans senior roles advising global organizations on complex business challenges and organizational performance. He has served as Managing Partner of the San Francisco office and Global Head of the Service Operations Consulting Practice at Booz & Company (now part of PWC) and Oliver Wyman\, where he worked closely with executives across industries including financial services\, technology and healthcare. \nNarayan’s work blends deep analytical rigor with practical insight into how leaders can clarify purpose\, communicate effectively\, and guide teams through change. In this workshop\, he brings that perspective to the art of storytelling for technical leaders showing how narrative can connect ideas to audiences\, create shared understanding\, and elevate the influence of technical work. \n\nWednesday\, April 1\, 5pm – 7pm\nLocation: 32-124 \nRegister for This Workshop \nThis workshop counts toward the requirements for GradEL’s Graduate Certificate in Technical Leadership. \nAdd this workshop to your calendar using the “Add to Calendar” link below. (That does not register you for the workshop. Use the above link to register.)
URL:https://gradel.mit.edu/event/power-of-storytelling/
LOCATION:Room 32-124\, 32 Vassar Street\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02139\, United States
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SUMMARY:AI and Your Leadership Toolkit: How to Maximize Impact With This New and Rapidly Evolving Technology
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, April 6\, 5pm – 7pm\nLocation: 32-124 \nRegister for This Workshop \nThis workshop counts toward the requirements for GradEL’s Graduate Certificate in Technical Leadership. \n\nDescription\nHear from Kate\, an industry leader\, on how AI is changing the way teams work and how you can develop the habits\, skills\, and behaviors that will help you thrive in your future career. \n\nLeaders\nKate Bergeron is a Vice President of Hardware Engineering at Apple\, where she leads teams responsible for the hardware design and delivery of many of the company’s most iconic products\, including Airpods\, Mac systems\, iPad\,  and Apple Watch. With more than two decades at Apple\, Kate’s work spans from early contributions to Mac notebooks to leading large\, cross-functional engineering organizations that bring innovative hardware to market. \nAn MIT alumna with both a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering and an MBA from the MIT Sloan School of Management\, Kate also co-developed and co-taught Design for Scale through MIT’s D-Lab\, helping students connect engineering creativity with real-world impact. She was elected to the National Academy of Engineering in 2022\, one of the highest professional honors in the field. \nKate brings a unique blend of technical depth\, strategic leadership\, and commitment to mentoring future engineers making her a powerful voice on how technical leaders can influence through clarity\, vision\, and effective communication. \n\nMonday\, April 6\, 5pm – 7pm\nLocation: 32-124 \nThis workshop counts toward the requirements for GradEL’s Graduate Certificate in Technical Leadership. \nAdd this workshop to your calendar using the “Add to Calendar” link below. (That does not register you for the workshop. Use the above link to register.)
URL:https://gradel.mit.edu/event/workshop-with-kate-bergeron/
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SUMMARY:Developing Charisma: A Science Based Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, April 8\, 5pm – 7pm \n\nPart 1: 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM\nPart 2: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM\n\nAttend one or both parts. If you attended the previous Developing Charisma workshop\, then you can attend this workshop but can’t count it toward GradEL’s Graduate Certificate in Technical Leadership. \n\nDescription\nCharisma: it’s not innate\, it can be learned\, and this workshop will show you how. Join us on April 8 for a two-part workshop that turns rigorous behavioral science into practical tools you can use immediately: on campus\, in interviews\, and online.  \nPart 1: The Science of First Impressions \nYou only get one chance to make a first impression. \nThis practical session gives you concrete\, research-backed tools to make strong first impressions both in person and online. Drawing on social psychology and neuroscience\, we break down: \n\nHow first impressions are really formed and why they’re so hard to undo\nWhat people notice most in the first moments of an interaction\nWhich signals matter far more than most people realize\n\nYou’ll learn what works and why. You’ll get a chance to try out the tools in the workshop\, and learn how to adapt them to your own specific needs and objectives.  \nPart 2: The Science of Charisma \nLong believed to be an innate trait\, charisma has now been broken down by research into specific\, observable behaviors. In controlled laboratory experiments\, researchers were able to raise or lower a person’s level of charisma almost as if turning a dial. \nIn this session\, you’ll learn: \n\nThe core components of charismatic presence\nHow to be charismatic (even as an introvert)\nHow to remain charismatic under pressure\n\nBecoming more charismatic doesn’t mean changing your personality. It means adopting specific practices that work with the personality you already have\, whether you’re speaking in a meeting\, leading a group\, or participating on Zoom.  \nWhat you’ll find here is practical magic: insight drawn from multiple sciences\, combined with techniques you can use immediately. \nThis two-part workshop is designed for technical minds who want to maximize their impact. All MIT undergraduate and graduate students are welcome to take part in the whole workshop or to choose the part that best meets your needs. \n\nLeader\nOlivia Fox Cabane is a leading authority on the science of charisma and the bestselling author of The Charisma Myth and The Net And The Butterfly\, translated into 36 languages. \nFormerly Director of Innovative Leadership for Stanford StartX\, she has lectured on charisma\, leadership\, and innovation at Harvard\, Yale\, MIT\, the Marine War College\, and the United Nations. \nHer clients include founders of Airbnb\, Brex\, Paradigm\, and Presight\, as well as the leadership of Google\, TikTok\, Deloitte\, UBS\, and JP Morgan. She has been featured in The New York Times\, The Economist\, and The Wall Street Journal. \nAs cofounder of the KindEarth.Tech Foundation\, she supports foodtech companies advancing environmental sustainability. \nOlivia is fluent in four languages and was the youngest person ever appointed Foreign Trade Advisor to the French Government. \n\nWednesday\, April 8\, 5pm – 7pm \n\nPart 1: 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM\nPart 2: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM\n\nAttend one or both parts. If you attended the previous Developing Charisma workshop\, then you can attend this workshop but can’t count it toward GradEL’s Graduate Certificate in Technical Leadership. \nAdd this workshop to your calendar using the “Add to Calendar” link below. (That does not register you for the workshop. Use the above link to register.)
URL:https://gradel.mit.edu/event/developing-charisma-a-science-based-workshop/
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SUMMARY:Fireside Chat with Astronaut Chris Birch
DESCRIPTION:Fireside Chat with Astronaut Chris Birch MIT PhD ’15 \nThursday\, April 30\, 5-6 pm\, 34-101 \nEscape Velocity – How Technical Leadership Skills Launched Chris Birch to New Heights \nAstronaut. Professor. Champion Cyclist. Engineering Leader. Achieving lofty goals is in Chris Birch’s DNA. She conducted original research in synthetic biology\, microfluidics\, and infectious disease while earning a PhD in biological engineering at MIT. She then taught at the University of California and Caltech before joining the U.S. Cycling National Team\, where she won 11 National Championships and three World Cup medals. Now she is a NASA astronaut working to reach her highest goal – flying to the International Space Station and beyond. \nJoin us for a Fireside Chat with NASA Astronaut Chris Birch. Hear about her remarkable achievements and the leadership principles that have guided her journey. \nRegister here \nChris Birch bio \nOpen to all in the MIT community. Hosted by Technical Leadership and Communication Programs – Distinguished Speaker Series.
URL:https://gradel.mit.edu/event/fireside-chat-with-astronaut-chris-birch/
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SUMMARY:Leadership Skills for Success
DESCRIPTION:Pathways Beyond the Lab – Leadership Skills for Success\nMonday\, May 4\, 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm\nLocation:  E19-202 \nRegister for This Workshop \nLunch will be provided (with gluten free and vegetarian options).\n \nAttending any or all of the three Pathways Beyond the Lab* workshops counts as a maximum of one workshop credit toward the requirements for GradEL’s Graduate Certificate in Technical Leadership.  \n* Leadership Skills for Success (May 4)\, Communication Skills for Success (May 12)\, Women in Pathways Outside of the Lab: A Panel (May 15) \n\nDescription\nThe first of a 3-workshop series designed to explore skills and career pathways outside of the lab. This workshop focuses on leading effective teams\, understanding your transferable skills and public speaking skills. \n\nLeader\nAnna Frebel is an astrophysicist\, professor of physics and head of astrophysics at MIT\, known for her work in observational stellar astrophysics with discoveries and spectroscopic analyses of the oldest\, more metal-poor stars in the Milky Way and small dwarf galaxies. Alongside her scientific achievements\, she is committed to expanding professional career development opportunities through MIT’s LEAP program where students learn to navigate both academic and career goals with more confidence\, gain leadership competency\, and strengthen skills needed to successfully navigate a career path. \n\nAdd this workshop to your calendar using the “Add to Calendar” link below. (That does not register you for the workshop. Use the above link to register.)
URL:https://gradel.mit.edu/event/leadership-skills-for-success/
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SUMMARY:Info Session: Blue Origin
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Info Session: Blue Origin\nMonday\, Aug. 24\, 7 pm\n \nZoom link: https://mit.zoom.us/j/91810075976 \n\nDescription\nBlue Origin is a space technology company developing reusable rockets and systems to enable a future where millions of people live and work in space. Representatives will share insights into the company and their career paths. \nOur sister program for undergrads\, the Gordon-MIT Engineering Leadership Program (GEL)\, is hosting this info session open to all MIT grad students. \n\nAdd this info session to your calendar using the “Add to Calendar” link below. \n 
URL:https://gradel.mit.edu/event/info-session-blue-origin/
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SUMMARY:Info Session: General Motors
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Info Session: General Motors\nTuesday\, Aug. 25\, 8 pm\n \nZoom link: https://mit.zoom.us/j/98479570544 \n\nDescription\nGeneral Motors (GM) is a global automotive and technology company developing electric vehicles\, autonomous driving systems\, advanced manufacturing technologies\, and mobility solutions that are shaping the future of transportation. \nOur sister program for undergrads\, the Gordon-MIT Engineering Leadership Program (GEL)\, is hosting this info session open to all MIT grad students. \n\nAdd this info session to your calendar using the “Add to Calendar” link below. \n 
URL:https://gradel.mit.edu/event/info-session-general-motors/
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SUMMARY:Info Session: Formlabs
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Info Session: Formlabs\nWednesday\, Aug. 26\, 8 pm\n \nZoom link: https://mit.zoom.us/j/92391079265 \n\nDescription\nFormlabs is a leading 3D printing company that develops professional-grade additive manufacturing technologies\, enabling engineers\, designers\, and manufacturers to rapidly prototype and produce high-quality parts. \nOur sister program for undergrads\, the Gordon-MIT Engineering Leadership Program (GEL)\, is hosting this info session open to all MIT grad students. \n\nAdd this info session to your calendar using the “Add to Calendar” link below. \n 
URL:https://gradel.mit.edu/event/info-session-formlabs/
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SUMMARY:Info Session: Amazon
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Info Session: Amazon\nTuesday\, Sept. 1\, 7 pm\n \nZoom link:  https://mit.zoom.us/j/95825904157 \n\nDescription\nAmazon is a global technology and e-commerce company that uses innovation in areas such as cloud computing\, artificial intelligence\, robotics\, and logistics to deliver products\, services\, and solutions to customers and businesses worldwide. \nOur sister program for undergrads\, the Gordon-MIT Engineering Leadership Program (GEL)\, is hosting this info session open to all MIT grad students. \n\nAdd this info session to your calendar using the “Add to Calendar” link below. \n 
URL:https://gradel.mit.edu/event/info-session-amazon/
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SUMMARY:Info Session: Moderna
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Info Session: Moderna\nWednesday\, Sept. 10\, 6 pm\n \nZoom link: https://mit.zoom.us/j/93557367165 \n\nDescription\nModerna is a biotechnology company pioneering mRNA medicines and vaccines to address some of the world’s most challenging diseases. \nOur sister program for undergrads\, the Gordon-MIT Engineering Leadership Program (GEL)\, is hosting this info session open to all MIT grad students. \n\nAdd this info session to your calendar using the “Add to Calendar” link below. \n 
URL:https://gradel.mit.edu/event/info-session-moderna/
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SUMMARY:The Once and Future Software Engineer
DESCRIPTION:The Once and Future Software Engineer\nWednesday\, Sept. 30\, 5 pm – 7 pm\nLocation: 32-124 \nRegister for This Workshop – TBD \nThis workshop counts toward the requirements for GradEL’s Graduate Certificate in Technical Leadership. \n\nDescription\nTechnologies change. Tools change. Industries change. Careers change. The engineers who thrive are the ones who learn how to change with them. \nSoftware engineering has never stood still. From desktop applications to cloud computing\, from mobile platforms to AI-assisted development\, every generation of engineers has experienced technologies that transformed how software is built—and what it means to be a software engineer. \nJoin a panel of early-\, mid-\, and late-career software engineers as they reflect on how the profession has evolved\, the skills that have remained timeless\, and what they believe comes next. Through a moderated discussion\, interactive audience activities\, and open Q&A\, you’ll explore how careers adapt alongside changing technologies\, what employers continue to value regardless of technical trends\, and how to prepare for a future that is certain to look different than today. \nTogether\, we’ll examine not only how software engineering is changing\, but how engineers can build resilient\, fulfilling careers by embracing continuous learning\, recognizing opportunity\, and adapting when plans inevitably change. \nCapabilities taught in this workshop: Exercising Resourcefulness\, Flexibility\, and Resilience; Tracking and Assessing New Technology; Exercising Systems Thinking \n\nPanelists\nEd Keisling is Chief AI Officer at Progress Software\, bringing more than 30 years of experience leading software engineering and technology organizations. Ed leads Progress’s AI strategy and is a vocal advocate for approaching AI not simply as a replacement for existing work\, but as a tool that can empower engineers—while emphasizing that human judgment\, intentionality\, and the realities of building secure\, scalable software remain critical.. \nAnthony Adams is a software engineer and MIT alum with more than a decade of experience spanning full-stack engineering\, technical leadership\, and startups. He earned his B.S. in Computer Science from MIT\, where he also completed the Gordon-MIT Engineering Leadership (GEL) Program. Anthony brings a mid-career perspective on how software engineering has evolved—and how the technical and leadership skills he began developing at MIT have carried across different roles and organizations. \nNatalia Maxham is an early-career software engineer with an M.S. in Computer Science from the University of Michigan. She currently works as a Software Engineer at Google. Natalia brings the perspective of a new generation entering software engineering as AI and other emerging technologies rapidly reshape the tools\, expectations\, and opportunities within the field. \nTim Dai is an early-career software engineer and recent graduate of Stanford University\, where he earned his M.S. in Computer Science. He is currently an ML Foundation Engineer at NVIDIA\, working on AI infrastructure for autonomous vehicles. Tim brings the perspective of a new generation entering software engineering at a moment of rapid technological change and navigating what it means to build a career as the field evolves. \n\nAdd this workshop to your calendar using the “Add to Calendar” link below. (That does not register you for the workshop. Use the above link to register.) \n 
URL:https://gradel.mit.edu/event/the-once-and-future-software-engineer/
LOCATION:Room 32-124\, 32 Vassar Street\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02139\, United States
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SUMMARY:Engineering Leadership in the Energy Transition
DESCRIPTION:Engineering Leadership in the Energy Transition\nWednesday\, Oct. 14\, 5 pm – 7 pm\nLocation: 32-124 \nRegister for This Workshop – TBD \nThis workshop counts toward the requirements for GradEL’s Graduate Certificate in Technical Leadership. \n\nDescription\nThe transition to renewable energy isn’t just a technical challenge—it’s a leadership challenge. Every engineering decision has implications for product quality\, customer confidence\, public trust\, and the pace of global adoption. In this interactive workshop\, you’ll work alongside Veronica Barner\, a senior engineering executive from GE Vernova\, to tackle a real-world challenge from the wind energy industry. Through a collaborative case study\, you’ll evaluate technical and leadership trade-offs\, develop your own recommendations\, and compare your thinking with the decisions made by engineering leaders responsible for delivering safe\, reliable\, and trusted renewable energy systems. \nCapabilities taught in this workshop: Making Decisions in the Face of Uncertainty; Fostering Trust\, Loyalty\, and Team-Building; Maintaining Awareness of Societal and Natural Context; Exercising Business Context Awareness and Financial Acumen \n\nLeader\nVeronica Barner is a Wind Energy Product Executive at GE Vernova\, where she leads global engineering teams developing technologies that advance the transition to reliable\, affordable\, and sustainable energy. Since joining GE’s Renewable Energy Leadership Program in 2012\, Veronica has held leadership roles spanning engineering\, product development\, strategy\, and research & development\, helping drive innovation and quality across one of the world’s largest wind energy portfolios. Inspired by her childhood in Bolivia\, where she witnessed firsthand the impact of energy poverty\, Veronica has dedicated her career to expanding access to clean\, reliable electricity while building the engineering organizations needed to power the future. She brings a unique perspective on leading complex technical teams\, balancing product quality with customer trust\, and solving the interdisciplinary challenges that define the global energy transition. \n\nAdd this workshop to your calendar using the “Add to Calendar” link below. (That does not register you for the workshop. Use the above link to register.) \n 
URL:https://gradel.mit.edu/event/engineering-leadership-in-the-energy-transition/
LOCATION:Room 32-124\, 32 Vassar Street\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02139\, United States
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Resume: How Disruptive Technology Companies Hire
DESCRIPTION:Beyond the Resume: How Disruptive Technology Companies Hire\nThursday\, Nov. 5\, 5 pm – 7 pm\nLocation: 32-124 \nRegister for This Workshop – TBD \nThis workshop counts toward the requirements for GradEL’s Graduate Certificate in Technical Leadership. \n\nDescription\nMost career workshops tell you what to do. This workshop opens the black box and explores why hiring decisions are made the way they are. \nWhat really happens after you click “Submit Application”? How do recruiters and hiring managers identify standout candidates from hundreds of highly qualified applicants? And how are AI tools changing the hiring process? Join an experienced HR and recruiting leader for an insider’s look at how disruptive technology companies—from startups to global organizations—identify engineering talent and leadership potential. Through real-world examples and interactive exercises\, you’ll explore what employers actually look for\, how hiring decisions are made\, and practical strategies to better communicate your technical and leadership capabilities throughout the job search. \nCapabilities taught in this workshop:  Developing Vision and Intention in Life and Career; Building Relationships and Networks  \n\nLeader\nRenee Kennedy is a global people and talent leader with extensive experience helping high-growth\, disruptive technology companies attract\, hire\, and develop exceptional talent. Throughout her career\, she has partnered with organizations ranging from innovative startups to established technology companies\, building high-performing teams and shaping talent strategies in rapidly evolving industries. Renee brings an insider’s perspective on how hiring decisions are made\, what employers look for beyond technical ability\, and how engineers can position themselves for success in an increasingly dynamic job market. \n\nAdd this workshop to your calendar using the “Add to Calendar” link below. (That does not register you for the workshop. Use the above link to register.) \n 
URL:https://gradel.mit.edu/event/beyond-the-resume-how-disruptive-technology-companies-hire/
LOCATION:Room 32-124\, 32 Vassar Street\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02139\, United States
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SUMMARY:Improvisation for Technical Innovation
DESCRIPTION:Improvisation for Technical Innovation\nThursday\, Nov.19\, 5 pm – 7 pm\nLocation: 32-124 \nRegister for This Workshop – TBD \nThis workshop counts toward the requirements for GradEL’s Graduate Certificate in Technical Leadership. \n\nDescription\nThe best engineering breakthroughs rarely come from one person working alone—they emerge from teams that listen deeply\, build on each other’s ideas\, adapt to new information\, and aren’t afraid to explore the unexpected. In this highly interactive workshop\, you’ll use improvisation as a practical tool to strengthen collaboration\, creative problem solving\, and innovation. Through a series of fast-paced exercises\, you’ll discover how the principles of improv translate directly to engineering teams tackling complex\, ambiguous challenges. \nCapabilities taught in this workshop:  Inquiring and Dialoguing; Innovating  \n\nLeader\nMatt Griffin is a corporate trainer\, improviser\, and instructor with Improv Asylum\, one of the nation’s leading organizations for applied improvisation. As both a mainstage performer and corporate facilitator\, Matt has worked with organizations including Google\, Fidelity\, and Harvard\, using improvisation to strengthen communication\, collaboration\, adaptability\, and innovation. Through engaging\, hands-on experiences\, he helps technical and business professionals develop the trust\, active listening\, and creative problem-solving skills that enable teams to thrive when navigating ambiguity and change. \n\nAdd this workshop to your calendar using the “Add to Calendar” link below. (That does not register you for the workshop. Use the above link to register.) \n 
URL:https://gradel.mit.edu/event/improvisation-for-technical-innovation/
LOCATION:Room 32-124\, 32 Vassar Street\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02139\, United States
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