FlexPoint Technology Leadership Workshop
Equipping and elevating the next generation of IT leaders
FlexPoint Consulting proudly presents the FlexPoint Technology Leadership Workshop, a one-day immersive experience crafted for emerging technology leaders.
As a trusted provider of strategic IT consulting services, FlexPoint specializes in empowering organizations to leverage technology effectively to achieve their business objectives. Rooted in our mission to empower and equip our clients for success, this workshop is one way we invest in the next generation of IT leaders.
The Technology Leadership Workshop is a collaborative endeavor co-developed by FlexPoint Consulting with Rachel Lockett and a coalition of experienced technology leaders. With many decades of experience leading transformational technology initiatives across the group, the workshop benefits from a wealth of first-hand knowledge and expertise.
Mentors & Presenters
These CIOs and technology leaders have helped craft the workshop curriculum, and many of them will share their expertise throughout the day.
Vice President, Business Technology Solutions and Operations, Surescripts
Rachel Lockett
Rahoul Ghose
CIO, ECMC Group
Dan McDermott
CIO, Tank Holdings
Eduardo Valencia
CIO, Metropolitan Airports Commission
Tony Peleska
CIO, Kraus-Anderson
CIO, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota
Melissa Flicek
Jeff Mader
Former CIO, Sun Country Airlines
Dennis Keane
CIO, Red Wing Shoes
Heather Mickman
CTO, Lakeshore Learning Materials
Mary Lynne Perushek
Former CIO, Mortenson
Michael Daehne
Founder and CEO, FlexPoint Consulting
Content Overview
Workshop participants will build skills and knowledge required at the executive level of technology leadership:
Understanding the Uniqueness of Technology Leadership: Examine aspects of top technology jobs such as demystifying technology and speaking the language of business.
Self-Awareness and Development: Evaluate each participant’s leadership style and identify areas for growth, with a focus on building trust, credibility, and business acumen.
Team Leadership: Apply strategies to create and sustain a high-performing team culture, focusing on the importance of vision, trust, and effective leadership practices.
Executive Communication and Influence: Communicate more effectively with C-suite executives, stakeholders, and board members, using strategic thinking and business language.
The Power of the Network: Develop a robust internal and external network, understanding the importance of relationships in career advancement.
Storytelling: Exercise the skill of using stories to illustrate technical concepts and demonstrate the value of proposed initiatives.
Target Audience
The program is tailored for manager and director level IT team members aspiring to advance into VP of IT, CIO, or CTO roles. Participants will benefit from networking opportunities, peer learning, and mentorship from seasoned industry professionals.
Program Details
Date: Friday, July 25, 2025
Location: McNamara Events Center at the University of Minnesota
Cost: Free of charge (sponsored by FlexPoint)
Do you want to elevate your leadership capabilities and drive meaningful impact in the world of technology?
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Our inaugural FlexPoint Technology Leadership Workshop was a great success!
Here’s what some of our participants shared about the workshop.
“You never get the opportunity to hear from CIOs and have a small group ability to talk with them. That was really valuable.
Equally valuable (and intimidating) was the opportunity to be in a room with folks at our level. Hearing the room think out loud was helpful.”
“Hearing from leaders that are in a position I aspire to and what got them there was incredible! Loved it all.”
“As a next step, I will schedule time to think strategically or collaborate outside of my company.”