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Emerging Leaders Channel Certification

Channel-focused education, professional development, and networking that develops the future leaders of the industry.

Course starts July 13, 2023 (FULL!)

Course starts August 14 , 2023 (Now Enrolling)

Preparing the Next Generation to Lead.

Who Is This Certification For?

Designed to develop the future leaders of the industrial supply channel, ISA’s Emerging Leaders Channel Certification (ELCC) program is for high-potential, next-gen professionals under 40 years old who are driven, looking to advance their career, and already demonstrating the qualities of leadership. Enrollment is open to all company types spanning the entire industrial MROP channel including manufacturers, distributors, IMRs, and service providers. Participants must be employed by an ISA member company.

About
the ELCC Program

To prepare the next generation to lead, lesson plans and program initiatives are designed to develop fundamental skills, strengthen strategic thinking abilities, and create a strong industry network. Throughout the program’s multi-layered curriculum, students will participate in a series of interactive instructor-led courses, in-person events, and collaborative meet ups that deliver the hard and soft skills – and the relationships – required to achieve growth and company success.

Led by top industry experts, the course curriculum will advance the student’s knowledge of the channel alignment framework considering the new competitive landscape, digital transformation challenges, evolving salesforce structure, multi-generational workforce dynamics, and more. Students will walk away with the knowledge and the tools to better align interests with channel partners and create real strategic value for each other while satisfying the end user’s needs.

What’s Included?

✔︎ 8-week LIVE online instructor-led course focusing on Channel Dynamics (8 weeks, 1 hour/week)

✔︎ Registration to the next 2 Fall Summits – a 3-day professional & leadership development event

✔︎ On-Demand Training & Development LMS with tracked hard and soft skill courses

✔︎ ELCC Book Club to gain fresh perspectives, learn, and grow with other Emerging Leaders

✔︎ Regional Networking Meet Ups hosted at ISA Member Company locations to connect with peers

✔︎ Exclusive networking opportunities

✔︎ Badge for LinkedIn profile and email signature

✔︎ Printable certificate suitable for framing

✔︎ Use of the ELCC credential

✔︎ Lasting new connections with channel peers

The Value of Emerging Leaders Channel Certification Program

Industry-Specific
Professional Development

Channel-focused educational content, training, and networking found nowhere else.

Build a Strong
Network

Grow your network and build relationships that will last a lifetime with like-minded channel peers.

Education From
Industry Experts

Program content developed in partnership with top industry experts from Texas A&M University.

Stand Out to
Top Talent

Attract, win, and retain qualified candidates for your team with this career development program.

Succession
Planning

Providing the competencies, skills, and institutional knowledge that are critical for long-term success.

Supplemental
Training

Empower and upskill employees by building on your existing training and education programs.

Live Instructor-led Online Course Curriculum

Lesson Schedule

1:00PM–2:15PM EST

Channel Growth Part 1: Supplier Perspective

Monday, August 14 | 1:00 – 2:15 PM ET

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1:00PM–2:15PM EST

Channel Growth Part 2: Distributor Perspective

Monday, August 21 | 1:00 – 2:15 PM ET

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1:00PM–2:15PM EST

Channel Focus: Identify the Right Partner and Assess Existing Partner Performance

Monday, August 28 | 1:00 – 2:15 PM ET

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1:00PM–2:15PM EST

Channel Value Proposition Part 1: Critical Elements of Channel Value Creation & More

Tuesday, September 5 | 1:00 – 2:15 PM ET

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1:00PM–2:15PM EST

Channel Value Proposition Part 2: Compensation Elements & Channel Data

Monday, September 11 | 1:00 – 2:15 PM ET

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1:00PM–2:15PM EST

Channel Alignment Framework: Connecting All Stakeholder Interests

Monday, September 18 | 1:00 – 2:15 PM ET

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1:00PM–2:15PM EST

Channel Evolution: The 4 Phases of Implementing Channel Performance Analytics

Monday, September 25 | 1:00 – 2:15 PM ET

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1:00PM–2:15PM EST

Roadmap for Implementation: A Blueprint for Execution

Monday, October 2 | 1:00 – 2:15 PM ET

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More Than Just a Course Curriculum… the ELCC Program Includes:

Registration to the Next
2 Fall Summit

A 3-day professional & leadership development event

Book
Club

Gain fresh perspectives, learn, and grow with other Emerging Leaders

Regional Networking Meetups

Hosted at ISA Member Company locations to connect with like-minds

Enroll Now!

(limited class sizes)

$3,995 per person

What’s Included:

✔︎ 8-week LIVE online instructor-led course focused on Channel Dynamics

✔︎ Registration to the next 2 Fall Summit events (a nearly $2,000 value!)

✔︎ Inclusion in the ELCC Book Club (plus shipment of book)

✔︎ Access to On-Demand Training & Development LMS

✔︎ Invitation to Regional Networking Meet Ups

✔︎ Exclusive networking opportunities

✔︎ Badge for LinkedIn profile and email signature

✔︎ Printable certificate suitable for framing

✔︎ Use of the ELCC credential

✔︎ Lasting new connections with channel peers

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FAQs

What are the qualifications for the ELCC program?

To qualify for the program, students must be under 40 years old at the time of enrollment and employed by an ISA member company in good standing.

What does enrollment include?

• 8-week LIVE online instructor-led course
• Registration to the next 2 ISA Fall Summit events (a nearly $2,000 value!)
• Access to the on-demand training and development LMS
• Inclusion in the ELCC book club
• Invitation to regional networking meetups
• Exclusive networking opportunities
• A digital badge for LinkedIn and email signature
• A printable certificate suitable for framing
• Use of the ELCC credential
• Lasting new connections with channel peers

What are the requirements to obtain the ELCC certification?

To earn your ELCC, students must:
• Attend 6 of the 8 live online courses
• Attend two (2) ISA Fall Summit events (registration cost included in the enrollment fee; hotel and airfare is NOT included within the reg fee)
• Watch 10 on-demand training and development videos within the ELCC portal
• Participate in the ELCC book club OR attend a regional networking meetup

What type of certificate will I receive?

Students who complete the certification course will receive a digital badge for LinkedIn and email signature, and a printable certificate suitable for framing.

Can I use the ELCC credential once I’m certified?

YES! Upon certification, students can add the ELCC credential after their name on their professional social media profiles. Example: Taylor Smith, ELCC.

How long is access to the learning materials available?

Students will have access to the ELCC online portal for 1 year after the program starts.

What equipment or technical requirements are there for this program?

Students are required to have a computer, internet access, and Zoom conferencing capabilities that include the use of video. The program is very interactive so conferencing videos must be on!

What is the program fee, and what forms of payment do you accept?

Investment into the program is $3,995 USD. Payment by credit card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express) is accepted. If needing to pay by another method, please email us at info@isapartners.org with the subject line: ELCC Payment Processing.

What is the policy on refunds and cancellations?

Cancellations made prior to June 14, 2023 will incur a $250 cancellation fee. No refunds will be issued on cancellations received after this date.

What happens if I enroll but don’t complete all program requirements?

Students who do not complete all certification requirements will not receive the digital badge or printable certificate or be able to use the ELCC credential. Refunds will not be provided to students who are unable to complete the program.

Who can I contact with questions?

Reach out to Christina Bertino, ISA’s Director of Marketing and Communications and Emerging Leaders Staff Champion, at cbertino@isapartners.org.

About the Emerging Leaders Network

A community of young professionals and high-potential individuals looking to develop their leadership skills and professional networks. This energetic group spans the entire MROP channel, bringing together manufacturers, distributors, and IMRs from companies large and small. This winning combination exists nowhere else in the industry.

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