"This is an intense and inspiring week and a well-structured program that covers the long journey from idea generation to market success, embedding the many facets of innovation and entrepreneurship into a bigger picture. It provides insights into both worlds: the small startup and the large organization. A world-class faculty, supported from excellent guest speakers from the Silicon Valley scene and beyond. This course will definitely support and improve my future work."
"This program is an opportunity to share and learn from experience of senior managers from all around the globe. The program combines experienced tutors and practitioners from the Silicon Valley providing a unique mix that boosts your creativity and thinking about the implementation of the knowledge you have just learned."
"I had a wonderful, enriching experience at the Boot Camp for Experienced Managers. The training was a nice blend of theory and practical examples. It was very rewarding to connect with like-minded folks and discuss my organizational issues, and to listen to their ideas. I have already highly recommended this training to my colleagues."
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"I found the program to be great! Especially the diversity of talent in the room in relation to the professional background (Investor, Corporate, Entrepreneur, Domain, etc) and the international participation. This will be a milestone I reflect on in the future as I continue to advance my career in the Innovation & Tech Startup Investment Space! Thank you Berkeley & VC Executive Program for providing this opportunity!"
"One of the most valuable things about this program was actively dedicating 2-4 hours per week to focus on growing as a black leader. That meant proactively making time outside of the weekly meetings to review the content/modules and reflect on what was learned. The other most valuable thing about the program for me was meeting other black leaders that I may not have met otherwise."
"Take it, you will learn content that otherwise takes about 7-10 years to learn on your own."
"This was an outstanding experience! Exactly the skill needed as we return to the office."
"The experience was transformative. The unique blend of styles in the delivery made this one of the most impactful learning experiences I have ever taken. The skills I learned and practiced give me a launching point further along in my skill journey that I ever expected."
"Wonderful learning experience surrounded by capable and caring faculty and classmates!"
"What I learned from Penny, Richard and Adam was so wonderful, something I will continue to use on daily basis and will stay with me forever. I wish I could have done this course long before!"
"Penny, Richard, and Adam are passionate and enthusiastic to teach us all the skills and knowledge and practice with us in this area. Wonderful workshop."
"Great Program. Highly recommend to everyone to one-up their communication skills!!"
"The Black Executive Leadership course has given me the tools to be my authentic self in any environment. Successful leaders are continuous learners that understand the importance of collaboration and active listening to bridge the gap of equity and inclusion."
"The skills and ways to manage that I've learned has shown me the steps to scale not only my business, but has given me an opportunity to grow."
"I enjoyed the program because it allowed me to connect with other like-minded individuals. I did not feel alone in my experiences in the workforce. The program has certainly increased my level of confidence - that I can effectuate change by stepping into the act of being a leader. "Leadership, not as a title or position, but as an action!"