Education
Propel 1 – Leadership Program – 2026
Tuesday 29 September 2026 @ 12:00 pm - Tuesday 24 November 2026 @ 4:00 pm
Attendee
Propel 1 is designed for emerging leaders who manage projects but may not manage people.
About
The Propel Level 1 Leadership Program is designed to help mechanical contractors invest in their most promising employees, the emerging leaders who are managing projects today and poised to lead people tomorrow. Through eight focused, four-hour seminars held weekly beginning September 22, 2026, participants will build the communication, decision-making, and interpersonal skills that make them more confident, more effective, and more valuable to your organization.
From StrengthsFinder assessments and conflict resolution to business writing and critical thinking, each session is led by experienced instructors and delivers practical tools your employees can apply immediately on the job. Employees who feel invested in perform better and stay longer. Propel Level 1 gives your emerging leaders the communication and leadership skills that make them indispensable contributors to your team.
MCAKC Member Contractors signatory to Local 8 or 533 can enroll their employees at no cost.
Goals
- Improve personal performance by strengthening personal management and communication skills.
- Handle difficult management situations with greater certainty in decision making.
- Identify how leadership styles affect team members and how to adjust those styles to gain commitment.
- Identify and try new approaches needed for growth.
- Build collaboration, teamwork, and trust to help others excel.
This program consists of 8, four-hour weekly seminars. Lunch is provided
CEUs: 3.2
Courses
9-22-2026: StrengthsFinder 2.0 with Dr. Sondra Cave (If you have previously completed this seminar, you do not need to attend this session.)
9-29-2026: StrengthsFinder 2.0 Team Building with Dr. Sondra Cave
10-6-2026: Positive Impact with Lisa Austin (FULL DAY)
10-13-2026: Gear Up for Greatness with Lisa Ryan
10-20-2026: Influencing without Authority with Dianne Young
10-27-2026: Conflict to Clarity: Managing Difficult Conversations with Eric Herdman
11-3-2026: Effective Communication with Gary Polain (MORNING)
11-17-2026: Enhancing Business Writing Skills with Dianne Young
11-24-2026: Critical Thinking and Effective Decision-Making with Eric Herdman
10-27-2026: Conflict to Clarity: Managing Difficult Conversations with Eric Herdman
11-3-2026: Effective Communication with Gary Polain (MORNING)
11-17-2026: Enhancing Business Writing Skills with Dianne Young
11-24-2026: Critical Thinking and Effective Decision-Making with Eric Herdman
Tuition
There is no charge for employees of MCAKC Member Contractors Signatory to Local 8 & 533.
$1,000 for Non-Members Signatory to Local 8 & 533
$1,500 for Associate Members
*Successful completion of this program is defined as missing no more than one seminar in the educational series.
Cancelation Policy
Cancelations for all MCAKC events must be received prior to the event by email to [email protected] or by phone at 913-948-9200.