Dale Carnegie Leadership Excellence Program | International Dairy Deli Bakery Association

Elevate Your Influence Through Virtual Training

IDDBA is excited to partner with Dale Carnegie to offer a virtual leadership training exclusive to food retailers, manufacturers, wholesalers, brokers, distributors, and other industry professionals. The Leadership Excellence Program is a 6-week experience in which participants learn how to influence and inspire others to do their best work, while also boosting their confidence as a leader. This program helps mid- and upper- level managers hone communication and people skills to create a productive and energized environment for their teams.

Program Information

Schedule

April 7 – May 12, 2026
Virtual meetings weekly on Tuesdays, 3 – 6 pm CST

Tuition

$2,120.75

Objectives:

Build confidence and self-direction
Strengthen people skills
Improve process skills
Enhance communication skills
Increase accountability

Overview:

Week 1: Laying a Foundation & Enhancing Relationships
Week 2: Time Management, Delegation
Week 3: Disagree Agreeably, Coaching for Skill Development
Week 4: Change Readiness, Stress & Worry
Week 5: Influence Others, Coaching for Performative Improvement & Giving Constructive Feedback
Week 6: Build Others Through Recognition & Celebrate Achievements, Sustaining Growth