Applied Leadership Workshop
June 15-17, 2026
Oklahoma City, OK
About the Course
THIS COURSE HAS BEEN CANCELLED. PLEASE SEE OUR NEXT OFFERING IN NOVEMBER.
This class is a think-tank style delivery which combines theory and practice. Participants will bring current, real-life scenarios to the class to identify solutions think-tank style through facilitated discussions with the instructor and the class participants. Each person will walk away with a playbook of solutions and techniques to immediately apply in their role to address any issues or problems requiring their attention.
This class requires graduation from the Influential Leadership course and also will require prework. Influential Leadership has been offered under other names such as Airport Leadership Development (ALD). Any 3 day course offered by Mindy Price will meet the prerequisite.
Course Agenda
Monday, June 15
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Breakfast
Served from 8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
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Self Management and Leadership Fundamentals
Workshop begins at 8:30 a.m. and concludes at 4:30 p.m.
Topics:
- Work and performance management
- Dealing with difficult circumstances
- Problem Solving, & Critical Thinking
- Think Tank in the Afternoon
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Lunch
Lunch is served from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Tuesday, June 16
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Breakfast
Served from 8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
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Leadership Fundamentals & Leadership Engagement
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Topics:
- Creating an inclusive culture
- Process Review and Improvement
- Leading Effective Meetings
- Influencing Change
- Think Tank in the afternoon
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Lunch
Lunch is served from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Wednesday, June 17
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Breakfast
Served from 8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
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Leadership Application & Culminating Activity
8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Topics:
- Culminating activity
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Lunch
Lunch is served from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
About the Instructor
Mindy Price, Direct Effect Solutions
Instructor
Mindy Price’s professional experience spans more than 25 years of consulting, coaching, change management and enterprise level organizational leadership. Mindy’s approach to the analysis of business operations includes reviewing people, processes and technologies and has proven results in increasing employee engagement, improving processes and reducing waste. The outcomes are quantifiable to demonstrate the return on investment.
Mindy has spoken at many national conferences on leadership, management, change management, communication, and strategy. She has led research projects to identify needs in leadership development and enterprise level programs which resulted in the publication of multiple guidebooks. These guidebooks include facilitation materials, in-depth case studies for analysis, tools for application and guided activities for learning.
She has demonstrated strong organizational assessment, design and development expertise coupled with change management discipline. She uses these competencies through delivery of strategic planning, strategy execution, project management, training, coaching, and organization design. The synthesis of these experiences allows Mindy to blend leadership, process design and technology support from a global, strategic perspective.
Civilian/Military Airport Connection (CMAC)
What is CMAC?
The Civilian/Military Airport Connection (CMAC) program helps separating military personnel and new veterans acclimate from managing military airfields to the dynamic and complex commercial-use airport environment.
There are four components to the program:
- Professional transition workshop
- One airport certification course - choice of ACE Airfield Operations or Certified Member (C.M.)
- One year membership in AAAE
- Airport job shadowing
Program Benefits:
- Ensure a smooth transition from military to civilian airport operations and management.
- Earn the Airport Certified Employee (ACE) Airfield Operations certification or Certified Member (C.M.), that will put you ahead of other candidates for potential jobs.
- Network with airport executives around the country through communities and events.
- Explore various airport positions through the shadow program.
- Receive discounts on other AAAE trainings and events.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Extend your reach and maximize exposure to a powerful audience by sponsoring the Industrial Aviation and Military Operations Workshop. From the opening networking reception, to breaks, lunches, and sessions, we have multiple tiers of sponsorships available. Your sponsorship will reinforce brand loyalty and show potential clients your company is a major player in the industry. Sponsorships are offered on a first-come, first-served basis, so act now before these opportunities sell out!
Don’t let your competition get all the attention, become a sponsor today!
Available Opportunities
Items
Wi-Fi Sponsorship
Exclusive Sponsorship: $1,500.00
Events
Wednesday, March 27
Airbase Tour Transportation
Exclusive Sponsorship: $1,500.00
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Networking Reception
Exclusive Sponsorship: $2,500.00
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Thursday, March 28
Continental Breakfast
Exclusive Sponsorship: $1,000.00
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
AM Refreshment Break
Exclusive Sponsorship: $750.00
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
Luncheon
Exclusive Sponsorship: $1,500.00
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
PM Refreshment Break
Exclusive Sponsorship: $750.00
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM
Friday, March 29
Continental Breakfast
Exclusive Sponsorship: $1,000.00
7:15 AM - 8:00 AM
Grab and Go Lunch
Exclusive Sponsorship: $1,000.00
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

