Lessons in Leadership Series: Level Up Your Leadership
Overview
We have all been there, right? Rather you have been the employee with a lack-luster leader, maybe you are the leader that wants to grow and be able to motivate your team, or you are the person that wants to grow your skills to become a leader, no matter where you are in your career our speaker Amanda Simmonds is going to talk about some ways you can approach thinking about leadership and ways to improve those skills.
Prerequisites
None
Designed For
Accounting and finance professionals.
Objectives
- Ways to become a stronger leader
- How to successfully communicate with your team
- How to make sure you are taking care of yourself in the process
Preparation
None
Notice
Leader(s):
Leader Bios
Amanda Simmonds, SpIirall
Amanda Simmonds is the Director of Talent Advisor Services at Spiirall, which offers learning and development solutions to accounting and advisory firms. She helps clients and firms achieve their personal and professional development goals. With over 20 years of experience as a people and operations leader in public accounting firms of various sizes, Amanda specializes in people development, team leadership, program implementation, and the execution of growth initiatives. She excels in working with diverse stakeholders to align and achieve strategic objectives.
Throughout her career, Amanda has driven efficiency and effectiveness within firms by leading process improvements, optimizing technology, and implementing automation. She is passionate about elevating individuals leadership skills through focus, clarity, and accountability, ensuring that both firms and their leaders maximize their potential.
Amanda is deeply committed to the accounting industry, actively participating in and leading various professional communities. She played a pivotal role in founding the Missouri chapter of the CPA Firm Management Association and has contributed significantly to the Missouri Society of CPAs through speaking engagements and program development. Her leadership extends to the Moore Global Network, where she has recently served on the Social Ambition Advisory Board and as a Lead Social Ambition Ambassador and Regional Ambassador.
Known for her ability to make a positive impact, Amanda is skilled at leading teams and developing talent. Her positive energy and genuine care for others are evident in every interaction.
Outside of work, Amanda enjoys gardening, learning new skills like playing the banjo, and hiking with her husband Jon and their two teenagers, Abi and Clay, in the beautiful Ozark Mountains of Missouri.
Non-Member Price $35.00
Member Price $0.00