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AMI2 — The Summit

Advanced Leadership Development for Higher Education

Building on decades of commitment to developing strong, visionary leaders across our region’s academic landscape, AMI2 — The Summit offers a dynamic, next-level leadership experience for higher education professionals ready to expand their impact.

Designed for experienced leaders seeking what’s next in their leadership journey, The Summit explores both the challenges and rewards of leading at the highest levels within colleges and universities. Participants leave equipped to lead with greater confidence, clarity, and influence.

Event Overview

  • Location: Winter Park, Colorado
  • Dates: June 15–18, 2026
  • Format: In-person, four-day immersive retreat

The Summit is intentionally designed as an in-person experience—there are no virtual or hybrid options.

What to Expect

Participants will join a collaborative cohort of peers from institutions across Colorado and Wyoming, creating a powerful network of support and shared learning. Through interactive sessions and hands-on application, attendees will strengthen key leadership competencies while working together to solve real-world higher education challenges.

A central feature of the experience is a mock executive team (e-team) project, where participants apply their learning to address a current issue facing higher education today.

Core Learning Topics

  • Change Management – Leading people and organizations through transformation
  • Collaborative Communication – Building alignment through open, effective dialogue
  • Conflict Resolution – Navigating differences to strengthen teams and outcomes
  • Managing Optics – Understanding perception, credibility, and influence
  • Consensus Building – Driving decisions through inclusive leadership

Beyond structured sessions, The Summit includes dedicated time for networking, reflection, and enjoying the natural mountain setting.

Sample Schedule

June 15

Community Agreements • Change Management • Networking

June 16

Collaborative Communication • Conflict Resolution • Networking

June 17

Managing Optics • Mountain Activities • Networking

June 18

E-Team Presentations • Closing Session

Who Should Attend

  • Department Directors & Chairs
  • Deans
  • Vice Presidents
  • CFOs & Provosts
  • Other senior-level higher education leaders

Application & Selection Process

  • Submit a completed nomination form (self-nominations accepted for AMI alumni)
  • Commit to attending the full, in-person program

Selected participants and their institutions (if applicable) will receive additional details upon acceptance.

Cost & What’s Included

$2,000 per participant

  • Three nights of accommodation
  • All meals
  • Program materials and supplies
  • Full access to workshops and activities

This investment reflects CWNWL’s commitment to providing high-value, accessible leadership development for institutions across Colorado and Wyoming. Invoices will be issued after participant selection.

Facilitators

The Summit features presentations and workshops led by experienced higher education leaders from 2-year and 4-year institutions across Colorado and Wyoming.

Questions?

Dr. Kim Dale
AMI2 Summit Director
Colorado and Wyoming Network of Women Leaders
AMISummit@cwnwl.org