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Leading Organizational Change

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The Challenge

A major city government sought to empower senior and emerging public service leaders to drive collaborative, cross-sector solutions to complex social challenges. Leaders need space to think strategically — beyond day-to-day demands — and develop long-term approaches to improve city services and resident well-being. Key goals included:

Enhancing problem-solving and strategic thinking

Fostering cross-functional collaboration

Designing initiatives that create measurable public value

Drexel LeBow’s Solution

Drexel LeBow Corporate and Executive Education partnered with faculty to customize a leadership program for municipal leaders. The program emphasized practical tools and strategic frameworks to guide transformational change.

Core Topics Included:

  • Managing limited resources in shifting economic environments
  • Addressing infrastructure and urban planning challenges
  • Navigating operational and management complexities

Customized Elements:

  • Tools to evaluate and improve operational efficiency
  • New frameworks for constituent engagement and service delivery
  • Interactive sessions hosted at Drexel’s Center City campus for accessibility and immersion

The Results

Participants gained actionable strategies to lead city-wide change

Stronger collaboration and evidence-based decision-making

Capstone projects produced real-world initiatives to enhance quality of life and urban vitality

Partner With Us

Let’s create the next generation of civic changemakers. Connect with Drexel LeBow CEE today to get started.

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Thank you for your interest in custom programs for organizations at Drexel LeBow. We look forward to connecting with you.

Karen Archey-Roach

(215) 895-1666

Gerri C. LeBow Hall