Leadership Development

Who should attend?

We have designed two programs to meet the continuous education needs of new and aspiring supervisors, managers and mid- to upper-level managers. This is also an opportunity for those who are new to the industry to enhance their understanding of the unique regulatory framework and enhance their professional network.

What's the format?

The programs open with in-person sessions, 2-4 virtual sessions, and conclude with an in-person session. The in-person sessions are held at Rutgers University's Camden, NJ campus and Bryant University's Smithfield, RI Campus.

What can students expect?

A highly interactive learning experience featuring industry executives and subject matter experts. The sessions will impart essential leadership experience and diverse industry and management knowledge.
You will also gain additional knowledge and an enhanced understanding of the trends and conditions impacting the Northeast energy industry.
Finally, you'll join a network of industry-rising professionals with similar responsibilities and a shared desire to succeed. Create lasting relationships with industry professionals from companies in the Northeast.

Leadership I Program - For New and Aspiring Managers

Leadership Development I at Bryant University - located at 1150 Douglas Pike, Smithfield RI 02917  - returns this fall!

Leadership Development I - Fall 2026 Program

• Tuesday, September 22nd (on campus - 8:30-4:30PM):
  • Introductions
  • Understanding Behavioral Styles to Improve Communication
  • Emotional Intelligence
• Wednesday, September 23rd (on campus - 9:00-4:30PM):
  • Regulatory Environment in the Northeast 
  • 4 Pillars of Project Management
  • Effective Meetings
• Tuesday, October 6th (Virtual Lunch & Learn 1:00 – 3:00PM):
  • Motivational Leadership
• Wednesday, October 7th (Virtual Lunch & Learn 1:00 – 3:00PM):
  • Motivational Leadership
• Tuesday, October 20th (on campus 8:30AM-4:30PM):
  • Safety Management Systems
  • Supply Chain Management and Industry Impact
  • Authenticity – Bringing Your Whole Self to Work
  • Professional Business Writing
• Wednesday, October 21st (on campus 8:30-2:30PM):
  • Leading High Performing Teams and Closing Ceremonies

Registration:

Please head over to our member portal to register. Should you have any questions, please email events@northeastgas.org for help.

Registration Rates:

Members - $3,095

Non-Members - $4,820

If you need a hotel room, Bryant recommends the following:

Lincoln Courtyard Marriott
Hampton Inn & Suites Providence/Smithfield

Leadership II Program - For Mid to Upper-Level Managers

Leadership Development II at Rutgers University - located at 227 Penn Street
Camden, NJ - returns this fall!

Leadership Development II Fall 2026 Program:

In Person Learning Sessions

• September 8, 2026 (12:00PM – 4:00PM)
  • Registration, Lunch, Networking
  • Welcome & Program Overview
  • Industry Trends: Natural Gas Supply & Regulatory Dynamics
  • Understanding your style, Learning Styles, Indentifying your Strengths
  • Leadership Frameworks
• September 9, 2026 (9:00AM – 4:00PM)
  • Team Dynamics
  • Empathy
  • Generative AI/Prompt Engineering Workshop
  • Resilience
  • Time Management/Meeting Management
  • Project Management
• September 10 (9:00AM – 12:00PM)
  • Industry Trends
  • Managing Change/Continuous Improvement
  • Introduction to Program Project

Virtual Learning Sessions

• • Virtual Session 1: October 6, 2026 (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM) Industry Trends: Sustainability & Emerging Energy
  • Virtual Session 2: November 10, 2026 (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM) Industry Trends: Labor Management 
  • Virtual Session 3: December 8, 2026 (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM) Industry Trend: Emergency Management
  • Virtual Session 4: January 12, 2027 (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM) Industry Trend: Safety Management Systems

Program Captone – In Person

• February 9, 2027 (9:00AM – 4:00PM)
  • Registration, Lunch, Networking
  • Welcome & Program Overview
  • Coaching/Human Capital Development
  • Strategic Communications
• February 10, 2027 (9:00AM – 4:00PM)
  • Industry Trends (Government Relations)
  • Risk Management
  • Analysis and Decision Making
  • Personal Brand
  • Project Presentation – Practice Sessions
• February 11, 2027 (9:00AM – 12:00PM)
• Project Presentations

Registration:

Please email events@northeastgas.org for help with registration.

Registration Rates:

Members - $3,295

Non-Members - $5,145

If you need a hotel room, Rutgers recommends the following:

  Hilton Garden Inn Hotels in Camden, NJ - Find Hotels - Hilton

 

Executive Leadership Development

This new Executive Leadership Program is designed to equip senior executives with the strategic,
operational, & transformational leadership capabilities required to guide their organizations through
this pivotal era for the natural gas industry. Don’t manage the energy evolution - Lead it!

Transformative Blend of Learning Experiences: Two intensive 2.5-day in-person executive sessions provide deep immersion and high-value networking. Focused monthly Virtual Executive Forums, and Peer Learning Circles deliver ongoing application and peer support throughout the year. Sessions will be taught by industry thought leaders, policymakers, and executives. 

This program is for new and existing senior leaders including vice presidents and presidents.  

For questions or to apply contact Alana Daly, Vice President, Corporate Affairs & Policy, at adaly@northeastgas.org

Program Overview & Curriculum 

• Duration: 11 Months
• Two in-person Executive Institutes (2.5 days each)
• 9 Monthly Virtual Executive Forums (90 minutes each)
• 9 Monthly Virtual Peer Learning Circles (90 minutes)
• Monthly Virtual Individual Executive Coaching Sessions (optional add-on)

Month 1 - Executive Institute I: Leading Self, Leading Others, Leading the Enterprise

Day 1- November 4, 2026 (Boston Metro Area)

Time	Topic
11:00 AM	Welcome & Program Overview
11:30 AM	Ethics, Accountability and Organizational Structure
12:30 PM	Networking Lunch
1:15 PM	Ethics, Accountability and Organizational Structure (continued)
3:15 PM	Adjourn – Check into hotel
4:30 PM	GUILD of Gas Managers

 Day 2 – November 5

Time	Topic
9:00 AM	Executive Leadership, People, Organizations
12:00 PM	Lunch & Networking Break
12:45 PM	Developing & Leading High Performing Teams
2:45 PM	Networking Break
3:15 PM	Critical Decision Making
5:15 PM	Adjourn
6:15 PM	Leadership Dinner & Fireside Chat with a current industry chief executive

 Day 3 - November 6

Time	Topic
9:00 AM	Enterprise Leadership Alignment
11:00 AM	Recap & Looking Ahead: Overview of the rest of the program
11:30 AM	Adjourn

Month 2 – December 1^st & 3^rd Wednesday

90-Minute Live Session Virtual Executive Forum #1: Positioning Utilities for Long-Term Success

90-Minute Live Session Peer Learning Circle 2^nd Wednesday: Work through current leadership challenges with an industry executive as facilitator

Month 3 – January 1^st & 3^rd Wednesday

90-Minute Live Session Virtual Executive Forum #2: Scenario Planning and Strategic Thinking

90-Minute Live Session Peer Learning Circle 2^nd Wednesday: Work through current leadership challenges with an industry executive as facilitator

Month 4 – February 1^st & 3^rd Wednesday

90-Minute Live Session Virtual Executive Forum #3: Executive Decision Making Under Pressure

90-Minute Live Session Peer Learning Circle 2^nd Wednesday: Work through current leadership challenges with an industry executive as facilitator

Month 5 – March 1^st & 3^rd Wednesday

90-Minute Live Session Virtual Executive Forum #4: Crisis Leadership: Superstorm Sandy/East Harlem

90-Minute Live Session Peer Learning Circle 2^nd Wednesday: Work through current leadership challenges with an industry executive as facilitator  

Month 6 – April 1^st & 3^rd Wednesday

90-Minute Live Session Virtual Executive Forum #5: Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Leadership

90-Minute Live Session Peer Learning Circle 2^nd Wednesday: Work through current leadership challenges with an industry executive as facilitator

Month 7 - Executive Institute II: Leading Transformation & Creating Lasting Impact

Day 1 –  May 11, 2027 (NYC Metro Area)

Time	Topic
12:00 PM	Welcome Reconnect Lunch
12:30 PM	The Future of the Natural Gas Industry: A Presentation & Roundtable Discussion with industry executives
2:30 PM	Networking Break
3:00 PM	External Dynamics: Stakeholder Engagement
5:00 PM	Adjourn
6:00PM	Leadership Dinner & Fireside Chat with a former state regulatory leader

Day 2 – May 12

Time	Topic
9:00 AM	Executive Finance Non-Financial Leaders
12:00 PM	Networking Lunch
1:00 PM	Executive Finance Non-Financial Leaders (continued)
2:00 PM	Financial Market Outlook Presentation & Visit to Ratings Agency
4:30 PM	Adjourn
6:00PM	Leadership Dinner & Fireside Chat with a utility CEO

Day 3 – May 13

Time	Topic
9:00 AM	Crisis Planning Leadership
12:00 PM	Networking Lunch
1:00 PM	Strategic Integration Commitments & Roundtable Discussion
3:00 PM	Recap & Looking Ahead: Overview of the rest of the program Adjourn

Month 8 – June 1^st & 3^rd Wednesday

90-Minute Live Session Virtual Executive Forum #6: Managing Regulatory and Legislative Relationships

90-Minute Live Session Peer Learning Circle 2^nd Wednesday: Work through current leadership challenges with an industry executive as facilitator

Month 9 – July 1^st & 3^rd Wednesday

90-Minute Live Session Virtual Executive Forum #7: The Importance of the Union Partnership

90-Minute Live Session Peer Learning Circle 2^nd Wednesday: Work through current leadership challenges with an industry executive as facilitator

Month 10 – August 1^st & 3^rd Wednesday

90-Minute Live Session Virtual Executive Forum #8: Leadership with the Customer in Mind

90-Minute Live Session Peer Learning Circle 2^nd Wednesday: Work through current leadership challenges with an industry executive as facilitator

Month 1-11 Individual Coaching Session: This is an additional optional component where individuals will work through challenges with a trained coach on a monthly basis. 

Month 11 – Program Concludes at the NGA annual Executive Conference, September 12-14, 2027! 

Registration Rates: Members - $5,995 Non-Members - $7,995

For questions or to apply contact Alana Daly, Vice President, Corporate Affairs & Policy, at adaly@northeastgas.org