Trusted by over 1,000 life science companies, we’ve developed more than 7,500 scientific leaders through our tailored, holistic approach—assessing, guiding, and developing individuals and teams at every level for lasting impact.
Assess
Our proven, industry-specific assessments are implemented at every level of your organization to identify barriers and define the path forward for exceptional performance.
Guide
Our organizational development consultants will help you navigate the inevitable challenges you’ll face as your business grows, ensuring that your strategies, talent, systems, and practices are aligned for outstanding results.
Upcoming Event
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Mon01Feb20219:00 am - 3:00 pmSan Francisco, CA
Leadership EDGE for Women: Vision As A Leadership Tool, Session #4
Leadership EDGE for Women: Vision As A Leadership Tool, Session #4
This is 1 of 7 stand-alone workshops designed to empower the women leaders in your organization to get the EDGE, enabling them to excel within their companies, develop their authentic leadership style, gain support, skills and tools, and elevate their success.
While female executives have outscored their male counterparts in many critical leadership competencies, they have also been perceived to lack strategic perspective and to be less “visionary” than men. Learn what it means to be visionary in the life sciences industry, enhance your strategic thinking skills, and participate in lively discussions on how women can leverage their unique skills and competencies to demonstrate vision and strategic thinking.
In partnership with CLSI
Program date: Monday, February 1, 2021
Time: 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
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Investment: $795 for CLSA members, $995 for non-members, see below for multiple session discounts and benefits.

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Mon01Mar20219:00 am - 3:00 pmSan Francisco, CA
Leadership EDGE for Women: Executive Presence for Women in Life Sciences, Session #5, SOLD OUT, REGISTER TO BE ON OUR WAITLIST
Leadership EDGE for Women: Executive Presence for Women in Life Sciences, Session #5
This is 1 of 7 stand-alone workshops designed to empower the women leaders in your organization to get the EDGE, enabling them to excel within their companies, develop their authentic leadership style, gain support, skills and tools, and elevate their success.
Executive presence is the unique combination of what you bring to the table, what to do at the moment, and how you need to show up. Explore the various traits and behaviors that enhance a leader’s presence in the life sciences industry, understand how character, substance, and style affect a leader’s presence, and gain clarity on personal presence in three key areas: physical, communication and emotional presence.
In partnership with CLSI
Program date: Monday, March 1, 2021
Time: 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
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Click here for a complete list of all 7 of our Leadership EDGE for Women programs
Investment: $795 for CLSA members, $995 for non-members, see below for multiple session discounts and benefits.

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Mon05Apr20219:00 am - 3:00 pmSan Francisco, CA
Leadership EDGE for Women: Communication and Influence for Impact, Session #6
Leadership EDGE for Women: Communication and Influence for Impact, Session #6
This is 1 of 7 stand-alone workshops designed to empower the women leaders in your organization to get the EDGE, enabling them to excel within their companies, develop their authentic leadership style, gain support, skills and tools, and elevate their success.
Effective communication is key to persuasion, motivation, and information sharing. Learn how to successfully influence others, reduce conflict, and improve the performance of others by recognizing and respecting communication preferences; explore gender-specific communication strengths and opportunities; uncover obstacles that may prevent successful communication from occurring, and develop a roadmap for improved communication and greater influence.
In partnership with CLSI
Program date: Monday, April 5, 2021
Time: 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
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Click here for a complete list of all 7 of our Leadership EDGE for Women programs
Investment: $795 for CLSA members, $995 for non-members, see below for multiple session discounts and benefits.

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Mon03May20219:00 am - 3:00 pmSan Francisco, CA
Leadership EDGE for Women: Emotional Intelligence, Session #7
Leadership EDGE for Women: Emotional Intelligence, Session #7
This is 1 of 7 stand-alone workshops designed to empower the women leaders in your organization to get the EDGE, enabling them to excel within their companies, develop their authentic leadership style, gain support, skills and tools, and elevate their success.
When it comes to professional and personal success, emotional intelligence is as important as one’s intellectual ability. Develop an understanding of what emotional intelligence is and how it impacts business and leadership effectiveness, discover personal strengths, opportunities, and roadblocks to demonstrating higher emotional intelligence, and learn how to manage conflict as a means of building stronger relationships.
In partnership with CLSI
Program date: Monday, May 3, 2021
Time: 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
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Investment: $795 for CLSA members, $995 for non-members, see below for multiple session discounts and benefits.

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Mon13Sep20219:00 am - 3:00 pmSan Francisco, CA
Leadership EDGE for Women: Identifying Your Authentic Leadership Style, Session #1
Leadership EDGE for Women: Identifying Your Authentic Leadership Style, Session #1
This is 1 of 7 stand-alone workshops designed to empower the women leaders in your organization to get the EDGE, enabling them to excel within their companies, develop their authentic leadership style, gain support, skills and tools, and elevate their success.
Explore important leadership questions such as; How do I portray competence and confidence while maintaining a style that is organically true to who I am at my core? How can I be assertive without coming across as aggressive? What are my leadership philosophies? How do my leadership choices impact the performance of others?
In partnership with California Life Sciences
Program date: Monday, September 13, 2021
Time: 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
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Investment: $795 for CLS members, $995 for non-members, see below for multiple session discounts and benefits.

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Mon04Oct20219:00 am - 3:00 pmSan Francisco, CA
Leadership EDGE for Women: Finding Your Niche For Career Success, Session #2
Leadership EDGE for Women: Finding Your Niche For Career Success, Session #2
This is 1 of 7 stand-alone workshops designed to empower the women leaders in your organization to get the EDGE, enabling them to excel within their companies, develop their authentic leadership style, gain support, skills and tools, and elevate their success.
Today's professionals need to master career development strategies to maximize their impact on the organization and reach professional fulfillment. Learn how to actively pinpoint opportunities, select mentors, secure stretch assignments, and build a flexible career development plan that accommodates shifting business and personal needs.
In partnership with California Life Sciences
Program date: Monday, October 4, 2021
Time: 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
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Click here for a complete list of all 7 of our Leadership EDGE for Women programs
Investment: $795 for CLS members, $995 for non-members, see below for multiple session discounts and benefits.

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Mon01Nov20219:00 am - 3:00 pmSan Francisco, CA
Leadership EDGE for Women: Networking for Success, Session #3
Leadership EDGE for Women: Networking for Success, Session #3
This is 1 of 7 stand-alone workshops designed to empower the women leaders in your organization to get the EDGE, enabling them to excel within their companies, develop their authentic leadership style, gain support, skills and tools, and elevate their success.
Strategically building a network that can accelerate your career requires planning, commitment, and a little bravado. Learn how to strategically build a comprehensive network, maximize your network and relationships, and gain the skills and tools to successfully build and nurture lasting professional relationships.
In partnership with California Life Sciences
Program date: Monday, November 1, 2021
Time: 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Click here to register
Click here for a complete list of all 7 of our Leadership EDGE for Women programs
Investment: $795 for CLS members, $995 for non-members, see below for multiple session discounts and benefits.

WHAT THEY SAY
The Leadership Edge provides high quality knowledge solutions for companies at all stages. In particular, the Board Assessment program immediately creates value by specifically reviewing BOD core strengths and concerns in a comprehensive and relevant manner. The Leadership Edge addresses important issues in a positive way, and helps companies navigate the solutions — and stays committed until problems are solved. The results well exceed expectations!
– SAIRA RAMASASTRY,
Board Member, Sangamo Therapeutics














