Demystifying AI
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
12:00 to 1:30 p.m.
Virtual via Zoom
Presenter: Mike Wald, Coastal Intelligence
Join Mike Wald(Leading From Within alum), AI strategist and co-founder of Coastal Intelligence, for an interactive lunchtime conversation designed to move beyond the hype and show you what’s actually possible with AI.
Drawing on more than 20 years of experience working with nonprofits and mission-driven organizations around the world, Mike brings a distinctly human and practical perspective to the rapidly changing world of AI.
Mike will introduce a four-step workflow for turning questions, ideas, and challenges into actionable results. You’ll see how to conduct high-quality research with AI, explore powerful free tools like NotebookLM, and learn practical ways to get more value from the technology without becoming an AI expert yourself.
This won’t be a lecture about the future of AI. It’s a hands-on look at what you can do with it right now.
Come curious. Bring questions. Leave with new tools, new ideas, and a practical framework you can start using immediately. This session will take place in a Zoom meeting format.
Navigating Difficult Conversations – REGISTRATION FULL
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
1:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Leading From Within
Presenter: Mariaelena Welch, MA, MCC, EQMC, BSME
Organizational and Leadership Development Coach, Educator, and Consultant
Difficult conversations are part of leadership, whether navigating performance concerns, stakeholder tension, competing priorities, or moments of change.
In this interactive workshop grounded in the Crucial Conversations model, participants will build practical skills to get unstuck, manage internal reactions, and approach challenging conversations with greater clarity, intention, and impact.
Participants will explore tools and practices to help them:
- Stay grounded during challenging conversations
- Speak with care and candor
- Listen for understanding
- Build trust and shared purpose
- Strengthen confidence in addressing the conversations that matter most
Advancing Equity in an Anti-DEI World
Monday, November 9, 2026
1:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Leading From Within
Facilitators:
Jarrod Schwartz
Founder and Principal Consultant, Equity Praxis Group
Katya Armistead, Ed.D.
Co-Executive Director, Leading From Within
Senior Consultant, Equity Praxis Group
Judy Guillermo-Newton, MFT
Facilitator, Leading From Within
Senior Consultant, Equity Praxis Group
There has been increasing backlash against diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. This workshop will explore how nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, higher education institutions, boards, and other community groups can continue meaningful equity work while navigating current constraints and complexity.
Participants can expect:
- Insight into recent anti-DEI guidance and its implications for organizations
- A framework for assessing risk while staying aligned with organizational values
- Practical strategies for continuing equity work internally and externally
- Hands-on application of frameworks with peers
- Candid conversation, reflection, and time for questions
This interactive session is rooted in real-world challenges and solutions. Participants will leave with language, frameworks, and strategies to continue equity-centered work with clarity, courage, and care.
REGISTER
Complete the form below to reserve your space. There is no cost to attend, and you may register for one or more workshops.
Space may be limited for in-person workshops. Additional information, including location details
or the Zoom link, will be emailed to registered participants before each session.
Presented by Leading From Within