Building a Thought Leader (MSBB)

Are you ready to position yourself as a trusted authority and stand out as an expert in your field?

Join the Building a Thought Leader (VIRTUAL) program and take the first step toward building your professional reputation, expanding your influence, and making a lasting impact.

When you establish yourself as a thought leader, the benefits go beyond personal growth. You gain credibility, influence, and opportunities that propel your career forward. Organizations benefit too, as thought leaders drive increased visibility, innovation, and success.

Our program is designed to help you:

🔹 Define Your Expertise

🔹 Package Your Knowledge

🔹 Share Your Insights with the World

By the end of this program, you’ll have a go-to-market toolkit, an actionable plan for thought leadership, and a clear path to amplifying your influence.

Why this program?

🔹Enhanced Reputation & Credibility: Establish yourself as an authority in your field.

🔹Increased Sales & Revenue: Gain trust that translates into tangible business results.

🔹Greater Awareness: Boost your visibility through speaking engagements, media, and more.

🔹Stronger Talent Retention: Attract and retain top talent with a culture of leadership and innovation.

Secure your spot today!

Don’t miss your chance to join this transformative program. Seats are limited—reserve your spot now and take your first step toward becoming the thought leader your industry needs.

Building a Thought Leader Session Dates:

🔹 May 27, 2025

🔹 June 10, 2025

🔹 June 24, 2025

All sessions will be VIRTUAL via Zoom from 9 am - 12 pm Central Time.

Meet the facilitator: Deanna Singh

Deanna Singh is an award-winning author, educator, and renown business leader who has dedicated her life to creating positive change. As the Founder and Chief Change Agent of Flying Elephant, Deanna has demonstrated the ability to differentiate herself and inspire others both locally and around the world. Deanna holds a Bachelor of Arts in Urban Studies from Fordham University, a Juris Doctorate from Georgetown University, and a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin, Madison. She has been recognized by the Milwaukee Business Journal as one of the community’s most influential 40 Under 40 Leaders and Woman of Inspiration, the State of Wisconsin as a Women Who Inspires, and by Forbes as an African American Woman Everyone Should Know.

Please only register if you are available and plan to attend, so the provided funding can assist as many small business owners as possible.

Eligibility for No-Cost Registration:

1. Main Street Bounceback grant recipients

OR

2. Small businesses that meet the following criteria:

• The participant must be an owner, employee, or staff member of the business.
• The business must be based in Wisconsin and currently operating. (does not include pre-venture entities)
• The business has less than 500 employees.

Important: Following registration, a UWSP representative will reach out to you using the contact information you provided to confirm eligibility, review course content, and discuss expectations for attendees of this intensive training series.

If you need assistance, contact the UW-Stevens Point SBDC for assistance: Phone: 715-346-3838 or email us at uwspce-sbdc@uwsp.edu.

Fee: $1800.00 WEDC will cover registration cost of the class for Main Street Bounceback grant recipients and eligible small businesses who register for and attend the complete course.