Upcoming Events

Recharge and rev up your social network. Register for a dynamic experience from our latest offerings below–available at no charge or a discounted rate to DLE members.

In-Person

December 9, 2024

DLE Meetup: Embrace the Spirit of Gratitude: DLE Holiday Social

The impact of conveying appreciation to strengthen relationships and workplace culture will be explored in words and actions at the Dec. 9 DLE Meetup: Embrace the Spirit of Gratitude: DLE Holiday Social starting at 5:30 PM at the DLE Office, 100 North St, Suite 402, Pittsfield, MA.

This in-person meeting will feature a group discussion on gratitude, social networking with holiday snacks and drinks, and a Yankee Gift Swap. The program runs through 6:45 PM and festive holiday wear is encouraged. 

There is no fee to attend, however registration is required. Attendees are requested to bring a small, wrapped gift valued at $25 or less. However, if this is not doable, you absolutely can attend. 

Consistently receiving high marks for its friendly, supportive and interactive format, DLE Meetups bring together like-minded professionals from diverse backgrounds, businesses and roles to explore trending topics in today’s workplace. The program is ideal for meeting new people and gaining new perspectives. 

Virtual

January 24, 2025

Tell Me More: Captivate Others with Your Story

How do you quickly grab the interest of an impatient boss, prospective employer or busy client?

Attend the Dulye Leadership Experience (DLE)’s informative workshop, Tell Me More: Captivate Others with Your Story, on Jan. 24, 2025 and start the new year with fresh ways to make you a better storyteller and communicator. 

Gain a powerful advantage in conversations and networking with new techniques from expert Storytelling Coach Hari Kumar for creating and sharing stories that stick. Portable takeaways from this high-value, virtual training include:

  • the five elements of a magnetic story
  • a framework for talking about setbacks and failure
  • mannerisms that make you memorable.

This 60-minute, interactive program combines a mini-workshop with small group breakouts that inspire new thinking and friendly networking. Based on this topic’s popularity, seats are expected to go quickly. There is no charge to attend. A nominal donation is suggested.

ABOUT HARI KUMAR

Hari Kumar is the founder and CEO of Convivo, a training and coaching company with the mission of helping people connect by building authentic communication skills. He is a facilitator and storytelling coach who is passionate about creating transformative and joyful learning experiences. Hari brings 20+ years of expertise in training and facilitation across wide ranging careers in both academia and the tech industry, with graduate degrees in engineering (M.S. Boston University, 2000) and in communication (M.A. UMass Amherst, 2011). 

He has worked as an engineer, trainer, and sales storytelling coach at tech companies (MathWorks, Slack/Salesforce, Tumult Labs). He has also been an award-winning scholar and college instructor in the humanities and social sciences, while coaching faculty on innovative pedagogies (UMass Amherst, Amherst College, Springfield Technical Community College). In 2020, he founded VoPro Pros, a nationwide all-volunteer organization focused on voter protection, now over 2500 members strong. 

Hari is an immigrant with routes and roots that include India, Yemen, Arizona, and 27 consecutive winters in New England. Hari is a volunteer with Berkshire Bounty, is an active member of the 1Berkshire Youth Leadership Program Steering Committee, and serves on the board of the Nonprofit Center of the Berkshires.

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