Session Information

Inclusive Leadership: Building Strong Teams

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Abstract

This presentation explores the power of less hierarchical approaches to leadership. It emphasizes the importance of cultivating leadership within teams, regardless of titles, to foster a more inclusive and collaborative environment. By empowering every team member to take on leadership roles, this approach not only enhances individual growth but also strengthens the overall team dynamic.

Learning Outcomes 

  • Participants will understand the principles and benefits of less hierarchical leadership approaches, recognizing how these methods can foster a more inclusive and collaborative team environment.

  • Attendees will learn strategies to cultivate leadership within their teams, empowering all members to take on leadership roles regardless of their titles, thereby enhancing individual growth and team dynamics.

  • Participants will gain insights into building authentic interpersonal relationships and repairing harm within teams, ensuring that collective efforts are directed towards achieving shared goals and combating oppression.

Presenter Information

Amy McLaughlin has over twenty-five years’ experience working in information technology with extensive experience in IT Operations and Cybersecurity leading application development, cybersecurity, database administration, healthcare information management, infrastructure (physical and cloud), network, research computing and service desk teams.  Her experience spans state and local government, K12 and higher education and health care and she has worked extensively on digital equity to bring equitable internet access to students across Oregon and to implement systems that are inclusive and welcoming for all.  Amy currently serves as the Executive Director of Technical and Solutions Architecture for Oregon State University, overseeing OSU’s enterprise IT operations with a team of 75 full-time staff and 68 part-time staff. She holds a Master of Science in Information Technology Management, CISSP, CISM, CHPS, and CDPSE certifications.

 Amy (she/her)