Leading within the shifting technological context

October 2019-february 2020

Dates TBD

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IMMERSION one: leading change and innovation

Greater Boston: Edward M. Kennedy Institute and Harvard Yard

This first Immersion looks at how to lead greater change, not only by being a change agent yourself, but by developing teams who can scale change more quickly.

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HIGHLIGHTS 

  • Innovation at the newly opened Israeli Innovation Center: experience the first and largest visitor's center of its kind to present the incredible story of Israel, the "innovation nation," showcasing the diverse fields and people behind Israeli innovation 

  • Cross-sector collaborations in a multi-cultural context: explore partnerships in this journey of innovation between government ministries, multinational corporations, and the start-up community

KEY PARTNERS 

Dedicated to educating and encouraging participatory democracy, invigorating civil discourse, and inspiring the next generation of citizens and leaders, the Edward M. Kennedy Institute is a tribute to the Kennedy family’s storied engagement with public service. 

Note that the Ascent Fellowship is not formally affiliated with Harvard University, nor is a Harvard University program or activity.

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IMMERSION two: Your Future, Your Company’s Future

Tel Aviv, Israel: The Shimon Peres Center for Peace

The second Immersion looks at how to lead greater change, not only by being a change agent yourself, but by developing teams who can scale change more quickly. 

HIGHLIGHTS 

  • Innovation at the newly opened Israeli Innovation Center: experience the first and largest visitor's center of its kind to present the incredible story of Israel, the "innovation nation," showcasing the diverse fields and people behind Israeli innovation 

  • Cross-sector collaborations in a multi-cultural context: explore partnerships in this journey of innovation between government ministries, multinational corporations, and the start-up community 

KEY PARTNER 

The Peres Center for Peace and Innovation, founded in 1996 by the late President of Israel, Shimon Peres, develops and implements impactful and meaningful programs with a focus on promoting a prosperous Israel, nurturing and highlighting Israeli innovation, and paving the way for shared-living between all of Israel's citizens and lasting peace between Israel and its neighbors.