Thursday’s Managing Stakeholders Workshop was an energizing and practical session, as we came together to learn from leadership coach Rita Malvone about how to identify, engage, and manage those, who influence our careers.

In an interactive and hands-on workshop, Rita introduced the concept of stakeholder mapping, a framework to focus efforts where they count most. She showed how mapping applies not only to career growth—by overcoming promotion bottlenecks, building networks, and gaining true allies—but also to B2B and B2C contexts, where navigating complex decision-making and leveraging word-of-mouth can drive stronger outcomes. Through exercises like the “Lightning Map” and Push & Pull tactics, we practiced mapping our own stakeholders and explored strategies to strengthen influence and alignment.

Thank you to BFC for hosting us at their beautiful venue, and to everyone who joined for an insightful and energizing workshop.