Registration closes on February 25, 2026
Launch is a comprehensive 4-week leadership development program designed specifically for new and emerging leaders ready to build a strong foundation in essential leadership competencies. Whether you're stepping into your first leadership role or have been leading for less than four years, Launch equips you with the practical skills and strategic frameworks needed to lead with confidence and impact. Through a blend of self-directed learning and live expert-led sessions, you'll develop critical leadership capabilities across seven core competency areas:
- Leadership Foundation & Style
- Adaptive Leadership & People Management
- Communication and Influence
- Conflict Resolution
- Time Management
- Project Management
- Delegation
- Supervision
- Fundamentals of Department Budgeting
Program Overview
Time Commitment: Up to12 hours total over 4 weeks (3 hours per week)
- 4 Self-Directed Strategic Modules (self-paced online in NextUp learning platform, NovoEd)
- 4 Power Hours with subject matter experts and practitioners conducted virtually via Zoom at 12-1 PM ET on March 3, 10, 17, 24 and (Bonus Session) March 31
For more information about Launch, including an "Ask Your Boss" letter, please go to program home page.
Virtual Meeting URL
An email with instructions on how to access the Launch platform will be sent to all registrants prior to the start date.
Cancellations and Refunds
Refunds are determined by how far in advance you cancel your registration. To cancel, log in to your NextUp Online account, go to My Event Registrations, select your event, and click Cancel.
- 60+ Days Before Event: 100% refund, less a $250 administrative fee
- 30–59 Days Before Event: 50% refund, less a $250 administrative fee*
- Fewer Than 29 Days: No refunds
*In lieu of a refund and/or administrative fee, a transfer is available for a $50 fee. If the program cost is less than the administrative fee, no refund will be given.
Transfers
You may transfer your registration to another member of your organization up to three days before the event, provided your learning platform account has not been activated. Transfers require NextUp approval.Request a transfer here.