Run the Room: Meetings That Deliver

Turn your meetings into high-impact, results-driven conversations. Through this 45- min session, we will discuss how to prepare clear objectives, build focused agendas, and invite the right participants to maximize efficiency. Whether you're leading a project update, team huddle, or strategic discussion, you'll learn practical approaches to keep meetings focused, encourage meaningful dialogue, and move conversations from discussion to decision. Learning Objectives Discover techniques to lead engaging, inclusive discussions that stay on track while encouraging meaningful input. Gain a simple, effective structure for running project meetings that drive decisions, clarity, and progress. Walk away with practical follow-up strategies to ensure accountability, alignment, and measurable outcomes after every meeting. Cost: Free for SLA Members. $60 non-members, $45 non-profits. This is a quick learn micro-program; you are welcome to join us over lunch. Individuals who are either unemployed or connected with an employer who is unable to pay can request scholarships for any of our programs. About Our Facilitator Leah Stallone is an experienced Career Strategist, Leadership Coach, and Trainer with roots in Human Resources. 15+ years of talent management, professional development, and learning & development experience in industries such as litigation consulting, finance, technology, and healthcare influences her hands-on approach. Leah’s experience spans leading global learning & development practice at Charles River Associates to running performance management at William Blair & Company. She currently facilitates corporate training, runs a coaching practice, and teaches management at the University of Denver. As a lifelong “career junkie,” Leah uses an intuitive approach to build customized programs to educate clients on communications, performance management, and leadership. She prides herself in helping clients demystify the complicated. Leah shares the power of storytelling to help clients communicate their meaningful career moments. Professional certifications include BetterUp Coaching, ATD Facilitation, Purpose-driven Leader, and SPHR certifications.