Characteristics that Make Great Leaders

Leadership Matters: Characteristics that Make Great Leaders

Look around, and you’ll see various types of leaders—good, bad, and everything in between. Each of us has encountered leaders we liked and others that we secretly wished would take a trip to the land of never-again-being-in-our-presence. It’s not that we wish the bad leaders harm; we just don’t want them in our space. Whether in an official capacity or informally, we are all leaders in some shape or form. This FREE seminar has been designed to share and equip you with characteristics that separate great leaders from good and bad ones. Additionally, learn how Ashland’s Bachelor of Science leadership programs can accelerate your career opportunities. This in-person event will take place on Friday, April 22, 2022, from 9a-1p in the Convo Center (President’s Dining Room) on the Ashland University campus. Not only is registration free, but the food is as well. Yep, that’s right. We’ll fill both your minds and your bellies! Space is limited, so be sure to register!
 

SCHEDULE:

9:00 - 9:05 a.m. – Welcome and Intro – Yolonda Sanders
9:05 - 9:50 a.m. – Authenticity and Leadership – Quintin Sweat
9:50 - 10 a.m. – Break
10 - 10:45 a.m. – Critical Thinking and Leadership – Dr. Charles Piscitello
10:45 - 11 a.m. – Break
11 - 11:45 a.m. – Followership and Leadership – Yolonda Sanders
11:45 - noon – Overview of Ashland’s Bachelor of Science leadership programs – Yolonda Sanders
Noon - 1 p.m. – Lunch

SPEAKERS:

Dr. Charles Piscitello

Dr. Charles “Chuck” Piscitello started at Ashland University in November 2017 as a senior instructional designer focusing on designing online courses in Blackboard and Lantern. Chuck is the Ashland University Quality Matters Coordinator and focuses on online course quality assurance. In addition to his role as an instructional designer, Dr. Piscitello teaches various social science and adult education courses at AU.

Dr. Piscitello is interested in best practices in online learning, focusing on backward design and the use of the Quality Matters Rubric in designing courses. Chuck loves using technology in the classroom and experimenting with his courses to ensure that the technology creates a fun and engaging learning environment for his students.

Chuck Piscitello lives in Ashland with his wife Amanda and kids; Faith, Hope, Giuseppe, and Vincenzo. Chuck enjoys lifting weights, F3 workouts, reading, and podcasts.

Yolonda Sanders

Yolonda Sanders holds two bachelor’s degrees, a master’s degree, and is currently completing her PhD. in organizational leadership. In October 2021, she began working at Ashland University as a full-time faculty member and the director of the Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership and Organizational Training and Development programs. Outside of Ashland, Yolonda serves in leadership as the CEO of Yo Productions, LLC, co-founder of the Faith & Fellowship Book Festival, co-owner of Traction, LLC, and a consultant and/or board member of various local and national organizations.

Yolonda is passionate about ensuring that her work and organizational memberships are purposeful. A published author, writing is one of her favorite pastimes. Her writing portfolio includes academic papers, novels, short stories, poems, and other creative works. Her dissertation, “The Impact of Followers’ Emotional Intelligence on Followership Styles Among Midwestern U.S. Employees,” focuses on the importance of followers in the leadership process. Yolonda expects to complete her Ph.D. in June 2022.

Although Yolonda has many roles, her favorite ones are those she has with her loved ones. She treasures her relationships with family and close friends. She is blessed to be the wife of a wonderful husband, David, mother of two talented young adults, "Nini" to her adorable grandchildren, and dog mom to a spoiled miniature pinscher.
 

Quintin Sweat

Quintin Sweat is the owner and principal consultant of Intensify Leadership LLC, a leadership
development coaching and training organization. He has nearly 40 years of experience across the
automotive and aviation industries, leading both local and global organizations. In his career, he
has coached, trained, and led teams within large and small organizations in North America, South America, and Europe. His focus is on helping leaders, followers, and teams intensify their leadership capabilities through positive organizational behaviors and processes.

Quintin holds a Mechanical Engineering degree from Kettering University and received his MBA from Bowling Green State University. In 2018, Quintin followed his passion for learning, leading, and developing others by enrolling in the Doctor of Leadership program at Indiana Wesleyan University. He is currently working on his dissertation in the areas of Authentic Leadership and Commitment to Organizational Change, and he is expected to complete his Ph.D. requirements in August 2022.

In addition to his work through Intensify Leadership LLC, Quintin is co-owner of Traction LLC, a business consulting organization that specializes in organizational change. He also maintains his connection to the corporate world through his role as a leader with GE Aviation. Outside of his professional activities, Quintin enjoys exploring new places with his wife of 31 years, Krystal, and spending time with family and friends. He is also active in church and community service, and he is proud to be a Life Member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.