A conversation of what it takes to be an effective CAO
These interactive sessions will feature one aspiring CAO and one experienced CAO (Guests) in a guided conversation on one of the five leadership capabilities. Participants will be able to tune in and use the chat to determine how the specific competency cluster impacts me and what do I need to improve to be more effective.
Cost
OMAA Members: Free
Non-Members: $20/session or $99.00 for the entire series (6)
Agenda
Welcome (Scott Vokey)
Introduction OMAA process, definitions, and cluster description (Gordon McIntosh)
Competency Imperatives – organizational and leadership imperatives (Guests)
Competence Assessment – emerging and experienced (Guests)
Chat Room – personal relevance (participants)
Development Ideas – application & learning (Guests)
Dates
November 30 11am-Noon Competency Cluster #1: Achieves Excellence
featuring Laurie Kennard, CAO, Severn in a guided conversation with Mike Melinyshyn, CFO / Director of Corporate Services & Innovation, Town of Innisfil
December 14 11am-Noon Competency Cluster #2: Adapts to Change
featuring Marnie Cluckie, CAO, Niagara-on-the Lake, in a guided conversation with Inderjit Hans, Commissioner Public Works, City of Brantford
January 10 11am-Noon Competency Cluster #3: Adjusts to Ambiguity
featuring Greg Borduas, CAO, West Perth, in a guided conversation with Randy Scherzer, Deputy CAO, County of Grey
January 17 11am-Noon Competency Cluster #4: Aligns Interests
featuring Laura Johnston, CAO, West Grey, in a guided conversation with Annette Diamond, Director of Legal/Corporate Services, County of Perth
January 24 11am-Noon Competency Cluster #5: Anticipates Situations
featuring David Calder, City Manager, Cambridge, in a guided conversation with Sarah Klein, Director of Strategic Initiatives, Whitby