Session 7: Strengthening Leadership and Interpersonal Effectiveness
In four modules over the two sessions, we will first explore methods for developing influence and enhancing leadership skills. We will then practice established and new approaches to managing change, interpersonal communication, and teams. We will draw from participants' experiences and challenges and provide skills that can be used in the workplace and beyond.
Psychology CE Credit Statement
The Medical College of Wisconsin is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Medical College of Wisconsin maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
This activity contains content or processes that may be potentially stressful.
Target Audience
- Physicians
- Nurse Practitioners
- Physician Assistants
- Nurses
- Pharmacists
- Psychologists
- Social Workers
- Psychiatry Residents
- Medical Students
- Allied Health Professionals
- Administrators
Learning Objectives
- Recognize and appropriate leadership and interpersonal skills
- Utilize the ability to better diagnose and overcome obstacles to change
- Demonstrate ability to communicate more effectively in and out of the workplace
- Utilize more influence and be more effective in team and organizational settings
Monday:
- Increasing influence through interpersonal skills
- Leading and managing change
Tuesday:
- Interpersonal and organizational communication skills
- Creating higher-performing teams

Lodging in July and August is in great demand; you must make reservations early. A block of suites has been set aside at the Landmark Resort. These suites will be held until June 6th, 2025, or until they are filled.
From its site on the bluff, the Landmark offers outstanding views of the waters of Green Bay with 294 units comprised of 1, 2, and 3-bedroom suites. Facilities include the Carrington Pub and Grill, 1 indoor and 3 outdoor pools, 2 tennis courts, whirlpools, steam rooms, and a fitness center and game room. The Landmark Resort is Door County’s largest and best full-service facility.
The Landmark Resort
4929 Landmark Drive
Egg Harbor, Wisconsin 54209
Reservations: (800) 273-7877
http://www.thelandmarkresort.com
To book through our discounted group rate, please call the Landmark reservation line at (800) 273-7877 and state that you are attending the Door County Summer Institute. No group code is required.
Group rates cannot be booked online.
Mark Mone, PhD, MBA, is a Professor of Management at the Lubar College of Business at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. He served for 11 years as the chancellor of the UW‐Milwaukee (UWM) – the only public research and access mission institution in Wisconsin. Dr. Mone transformed UWM into a force multiplier through path‐breaking partnerships, advancing equity through education, and addressing societal issues through research and strategic re-invention. A first‐generation graduate, Dr. Mone earned his BA in Organizational Management from Central Washington University, an MBA from Idaho State University, and a PhD in Organizational Behavior and Organization Theory from Washington State University. For over 25 years, Dr. Mone has led physician leadership development programs between UWM and the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW).
Activity Director:
Carlyle H Chan, MD
Professor of Psychiatry and
the Institute for Health and Equity-Bioethics and Humanities
Medical College of Wisconsin
Planning Committee Members:
Ellen Leitner, MSW, LCSW
Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine
Medical College of Wisconsin
Kevin Bozymski, PharmD, BCPS, BCPP
Assistant Professor, Department of Clinical Science
Medical College of Wisconsin School of Pharmacy
Assistant Professor, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine
Medical College of Wisconsin
Kylie Lenz, PA-C
Physician Assistant
Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine
Medical College of Wisconsin
Heather M. Smith, PhD, ABPP
Lead Psychologist
Director of Psychology Training
Milwaukee VA Medical Center
Associate Professor
Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine
Medical College of Wisconsin
Marisa Stich, APNP
Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine
Medical College of Wisconsin
In accordance with the ACCME® Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education, Standard 3, all in control of content must disclose any relevant financial relationships. The following in control of content had no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
- Carlyle H Chan
- Ellen Leitner
- Kevin Bozymski
- Kylie Lenz
- Heather M. Smith
- Marisa Stich
- Mark Mone
Accreditation Statement:
The Medical College of Wisconsin is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Designation of Credit Statement
The Medical College of Wisconsin designates this live activity for a maximum of 8 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Hours of Participation for Allied Health Professionals
The Medical College of Wisconsin designates this activity for up to 8 hours of participation for continuing education for allied health professionals.
National Association of Social Workers Credit Statement
This program is Approved by the National Association of Social Workers (Approval # 886840778-6225) for 8 continuing education contact hours.
American Association of Nurse Practitioners Credit Statement
The Medical College of Wisconsin, Inc. is approved as a provider of nurse practitioner continuing education by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners: AANP Provider Number 150930. This program has been approved for 8 contact hours of continuing education (which includes 0 hours of pharmacology).
American Academy of Physician Assistants Credit Statement
This activity has been reviewed by the American Academy of Physician Associates Review Panel and is compliant with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 8 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
Available Credit
- 8.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™
- 8.00 APAAPA credit.
- 8.00 Hours of ParticipationHours of Participation credit.
- 8.00 NASW
- 8.00 NP Contact Hours
- 8.00 PAPA credit.
Price
*All registrations will be assessed $27.00 non-refundable processing fee, per session.
Credit MUST be claimed before November 30, 2025.
We highly encourage you to complete the evaluation and credit steps before leaving on your last day!
Early Bird! Tuition for 5-day sessions will be reduced to $695 and $375 for 2-day sessions, if received by June 1, 2025. Tuition for 5-day sessions (3 hrs/day) is $745. Tuition for 2-day sessions (4 hrs/day) is $395. Graduate and medical students and resident physicians will have a discounted rate, so please contact Caimen at [email protected] to inquire about this discount.
To receive a refund, the request must be made 15 days before the requested session begins. If the refund request is received less than 15 days before the session begins, the registration fee will be forfeited. There is also a $50 cancellation fee, should the request be received within the allotted window. Each session is also charged a non-refundable $27 processing fee.
2-Day Sessions | |
EARLY BIRD PRICING | PRICING AFTER JUNE 1st |
$375 | $395 |
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