The Leadership Multiplication Effect - Growing Leaders So Your District Depends on One Person

29 Jan 2027
SOUTH 230G
District Leaders
What happens to your district when a key leader leaves? The strongest school systems are not built around extraordinary individuals; they are built by intentionally developing leadership capacity at every level. This session explores practical approaches for identifying future leaders, strengthening succession planning, building collaborative leadership structures, and sustaining excellence through leadership transitions. You will learn why sustainable organizations prioritize leadership capacity over individual leaders and how shared, intentionally cultivated leadership becomes a strategic advantage. Discover how to spot emerging leaders, create opportunities for shared leadership, and embed leadership development into your existing structures. You will leave with practical strategies you can apply immediately to succession planning, leadership team development, and organizational capacity building.
Speakers
Matthew Friedman
Matthew Friedman, Superintendent - Point Park University

Access Type

Session or Session+ or All-Access Registration Permitted

Content Topic

Leadership

Curriculum Area

Leadership

Session Type

Concurrent Session

Education Challenges

Recruit/Retain Tech

EdTech Product

Educator Curriculum & Instructional Technology,Future Learning Technology (STEAM)