From Manager to Leader: What It Really Takes

From Manager to Leader: What It Really Takes
Virtual Panel Discussion – 1 Hour

Making the leap from managing tasks to truly leading people is one of the most challenging—and rewarding—career transitions. This dynamic virtual panel brings together seasoned experts in executive coaching, leadership and organizational development, and talent management to explore what it really takes to step into leadership with impact and authenticity.

Through real-world insights and candid conversation, our panelists will unpack the skills, mindsets, and behaviors that distinguish effective leaders from competent managers. Participants will gain practical takeaways on how to inspire and influence others, navigate complex organizational dynamics, and accelerate their own leadership journey.

Whether you’re newly promoted, aspiring to higher levels of responsibility, or guiding others through this shift, this conversation will offer valuable perspectives to help you succeed.

About Our Panelists:

Jayme Purinton, MBA, PCC helps senior executives and managers who are ready to make a conscious investment in themselves, their teams, and their organizations. Recognizing that effective leaders cannot do everything alone, they often seek Jayme’s partnership to gather data, analyze findings, and provide organization design, talent management, or strategy recommendations. Jayme’s work is centered on driving continual growth and development for both the organization as a whole and for high-potential or high-performing employees through coaching.

With two decades of coaching experience, Deb Busser, MA, MCC partners with C-suite and senior-level leaders who are committed to their own evolution as they navigate new challenges. A trusted growth partner to executives from more than 45 countries, Deb supports leaders in becoming more intentional about what they create in their organizations and in their lives. Her client list includes Fortune 500 companies, pre-IPO start-ups, professional service firms, and non-profit organizations, and she has provided individual leadership coaching and group facilitation for many Harvard Business School executive education programs.

Heather Andersen, MSBA, PCC works with leaders to leverage powerful communication, emotional intelligence and influencing skills so they can create a visible impact in their organizations. Heather specializes in coaching analytically minded executives who want to shift how they engage with others and achieve even greater success. She works often with engineers, scientists and those with high levels of technical knowledge. She has worked with CEOs, VPs and Directors across a range of industries.

With over a decade of experience working with a wide range of fortune 500 clients, Heather helps leaders capitalize on their strengths, recognize where they would benefit from change, and shift their behaviors sustainably.