Redefining Leadership
Aligned Ascension Program
Where Authentic Leadership Meets Strategic Growth
A 4-month, virtual immersive leadership development program designed for early to mid-level women leaders who are ready to stop over-functioning and start grow their influence, elevating their authentic presence, and accelerating their careers while building a powerful network of peers
Now Enrolling for January 2026 Cohort
The Leadership Development
Experience Built for You
This is not another generic training or course designed for the masses. Get connected in a positive community of like-minded women that support your growth by providing the encouragement, accountability,
and celebration you need along the journey!
Greater clarity on their value and vision
Authentic influence that doesn't require exhausting themselves
Strategic communication skills that get them heard and respected
Increased organizational impact without
burning out
Expanded strategic network and rise with community support.
The results? Higher-level roles, increased resources, stronger team cohesion, and the confidence to lead
as themselves.
The Redefining Leadership Aligned Ascension Program is an immersive, science- and strengths-based leadership journey that equips women leaders to emerge with:
Tangible Benefits:
75% of alumni achieve their next career milestone within 3–6 months
Greater clarity and confidence in leadership identity and personal brand
Expanded influence and stronger advocacy skills
Increased access to resources and leadership opportunities
Improved team cohesion and organizational impact
Get Your Questions Answered
Join Us For An Upcoming Information Session
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This Program is Ideal
If You're...
An early to mid-level leader desiring senior leadership and greater organizational impact
Navigating complex workplace environments where politics and personality matter as much as performance
Experiencing visibility gaps despite consistently delivering strong results
Feeling unspoken pressure to prove yourself while supporting everyone around you
Sensing misalignment between your values and how you're currently operating at work
Ready to lead authentically without sacrificing effectiveness or burning out
Our Program Curriculum and Key Focus Areas Are Centered On:
Self Awareness and Leadership
Develop deep clarity on your leadership style, core strengths, and blind spots. Learn to lead from your authentic strengths while addressing the unconscious patterns that may be limiting your impact and advancement.
Business Acumen and Organizational Impact
You’ll strengthen your ability to align goals, resources, and strategies so you not only deliver results, but also demonstrate measurable impact within your organization. Learn to speak the language of organizational priorities, measure and communicate your impact in terms that matter to decision-makers, and position yourself as a strategic partner rather than just a contributor.
Authentic Personal Brand & Credibility
Build a powerful professional presence that aligns with who you are and where you're going. Your reputation is your currency. We’ll help you define and refine your leadership brand so others see you as credible, trustworthy, and influential. You’ll leave with a clear message about who you are as a leader and the unique value you bring.
Effective and Influential Communication
Transform how you show up in every conversation, from boardroom presentations to difficult feedback discussions. Develop the executive presence and persuasive communication skills that ensure your ideas get heard, understood, and acted upon.
Strategic Performance & Wellbeing
Redefine high performance beyond the exhausting "do more" mentality. Learn sustainable approaches to managing your energy, setting strategic boundaries, and delivering exceptional results without sacrificing your wellbeing or burning out your team.
Relationship Building & Network Maximization
Master the art of strategic relationship building within and beyond your organization. Learn to cultivate mentorship, secure sponsorship, and build the influential network that opens doors to opportunities others never see. By the end of the program, you’ll leave not only with new skills, but also with a trusted circle of peers who support your growth long after the program ends.
Your 4-Month Ascension Experience
Bi-Weekly Virtual Intensives & Learning Labs – Interactive, cohort-based sessions led by certified coaches. Deep-dive sessions that fit your schedule, not disrupt it.
Sessions start January 20, 2026
from 6:30-8:30 pm CST
Kolbe & StrengthsFinder Leadership Assessments + Debrief Action Planning Sessions – Science-backed and lived experience insights tailored to your strengths. Understand your natural strengths and blind spots, then create a personalized roadmap for growth.
Includes one individual debrief and coaching sessions based on your unique assessment results
Accountability & Growth Partners – A built-in support system to keep you motivated and connected.
Real-World Application – Exercises that tie directly to your workplace challenges.
Curated Cohorts – Groups built by level and experience, so the content and conversations fit your reality. Learn alongside peers who understand your specific challenges and aspirations.
Certified Executive & Leadership Coaches - Expert guidance from coaches who've walked this path and helped hundreds of women leaders thrive.
Individual Development Plan - Creation of a targeted and relevant action plan with expert feedback to ensure real-world application is prioritized.
Program Workbook and Guided Self-Reflection Exercises - Upon registration, you will receive a welcome email with instructions for how to get started, your program playbook with exercises to help you prepare for the program, and the link to complete your initial assessment and activities.
As a result of participating in the program,
Our Alumni are Sharing:
“The assessments provided so much clarity at the onset. I now know how to select the right roles that align with my strengths and strategically perform without burnout. This program and its tools have helped become more intentional.”
Elle K.
Chemical Manufacturing
"I was interviewing and passed over for jobs earlier this year. After reading your book and attending your classes, I HAVE LANDED MY DREAM JOB! I showed up more confident than ever. Not only that, I received a major pay raise and its only three miles from my home."
Miranda V.
Healthcare
“My communication to executives has increased beyond measure. Being able to clearly and concisely state the business case, key points and request, has strengthened my brand and credibility”
Lindsay J.
Automotive & Communications
"Who knew being my authentic self was actually outside of my comfort zone being in HR. I have embraced being authentically me, I started performing and focusing on intentional work that's aligned to the business strategy and as a result, I am up for a promotion!"
Karen H.
Utility
Investment in Your
Leadership
$1,999
95% of participants secure full employer sponsorship with our proven pitch letter.
We'll provide you with the exact template and talking points that have helped hundreds of women successfully request professional development funding. Your company wants to invest in your growth—
we just make it easy for them to say yes.
Flexible enrollment options are available for those investing personally.
95% of participants secure full employer sponsorship with our proven pitch letter.
We'll provide you with the exact template and talking points that have helped hundreds of women successfully request professional development funding. Your company wants to invest in your growth—we just make it easy for them to say yes.
Flexible enrollment options are available for those investing personally.
Companies, are you interested in sponsoring employees to participate in the program?
Contact us at [email protected]
Two Ways to Get Started:
Option 1:
Secure Your Spot
Ready to commit? Enrollment is open with immediate access to our employer sponsorship toolkit.
[ENROLL NOW - SECURE EMPLOYER SPONSORSHIP]
Option 2:
Learn More First
Join an upcoming information session to meet our coaches, hear from alumni, and get all your questions answered.
Meet Shayla N. Atkins
Founder & CEO, The Atkins IMPACT Consulting Firm
Creator of Leadership Redefined® — A Global Ecosystem for Modern Leadership
Leadership Redefined® is more than a program; it’s a development ecosystem. Through immersive programs, bestselling books, and live events, we are reshaping what leadership looks like for today’s world: strategic, authentic, and human-centered.
At the center of this movement is Shayla N. Atkins, a former Fortune 500 executive, global HR leader, bestselling author, and award-winning leadership strategist. As the Founder & CEO of The Atkins IMPACT Consulting Firm, Shayla partners with Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and nonprofits to transform workplace cultures and accelerate the growth of leaders across industries.
Her expertise is grounded in both lived experience and formal education. She holds a BA in Organizational Development, is Certified in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), a certified Lean Six Sigma Blackbelt, and is Certified in Organizational Change Management by Prosci®.
As a sought-after keynote speaker, bestselling author, and media commentator, Shayla has been featured on national and global stages, including Harvard University and the SHRM Annual Conference. She is a proud member of the Forbes HR Council and has written multiple bestselling books, including Black Women Lead with S.P.I.C.E.® and Women Redefining Leadership with S.P.I.C.E.®
Her vision is clear: to create spaces where leaders, especially women, can grow without sacrificing who they are. That’s why she designed the Aligned Ascension Program, a focused experience within the Leadership Redefined ecosystem built specifically for early to mid-level women leaders.
“Leadership Redefined isn’t just about building better leaders—it’s about creating a new standard of leadership that is authentic, strategic, and human.”