August 05, 2026
12:30 – 5:00 p.m.
Virtual event
The 2026 Workplace Mental Health Conference is now accepting speaker proposals from experts, innovators, and change-makers like you! The Eisenberg Family Depression Center at the University of Michigan is seeking presentations on innovative solutions, model programs, or evidence-based practices that support employee mental health and well-being in the workplace for the virtual 2026 Workplace Mental Health Conference. Inspire […]
Past Events
April 17, 2026
10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
In-Person & Online Options Available
This gathering is all about our Thriving Catalysts – your journey, your growth, and your next steps. We’re coming together to celebrate this year’s Thriving Catalyst Endorsement recipients and the incredible community that makes this program so meaningful. What to expect: A celebratory brunch A dynamic intergenerational Q&A panel featuring individuals who actively bring Positive […]
March 23, 2026 - March 27, 2026
Online
The Center for Positive Organizations is proud to partner with the International Positive Psychology Association (IPPA) for their Virtual Summit on AI and the Future of Wellbeing, March 23-27, 2026. Registration is now open with early bird pricing available until January 16, 2026. Why This Summit Matters AI is already reshaping how millions pursue happiness, […]
March 16, 2026
9:00 – 10:00 p.m. ET
Open to U-M EMBA and Thriving Catalyst Students
What distinguishes organizations where people consistently feel energized, engaged, and able to realize their fullest potential? How can individuals and groups foster well-being, resilience, and sustainable performance, even amidst widespread challenges or uncertainty? In this dynamic 60-minute Thriving Accelerator from the Center for Positive Organizations, you’ll explore a science-backed, integrative framework for creating and sustaining […]
Positive Links Speaker Series
The INSPIRE Advantage: The Universal Path for Leading Yourself and Others
Adam Galinsky
March 12, 2026
11:00 am – 12:00 pm ET
Online
Adam Galinsky Paul Calello Professor of Leadership and Ethics Columbia University About the talk Social psychologist and leadership expert Adam Galinsky has spent three decades building a method for determining when we are inspiring versus infuriating, and where each of us—presidents, CEOs, coaches, teachers, parents—currently land on that spectrum. In this talk, Galinsky will unpack […]
Positive Links Speaker Series
The Science of Failing Well: How to Change Your Thinking to Lead (and Thrive) in an Uncertain World
Amy C. Edmondson
February 26, 2026
3:00 – 4:00 pm ET
In-Person & Online Options Available
Amy C. Edmondson Novartis Professor of Leadership and Management Harvard University About the talk This session explores a mindset shift that supports effective action in the face of uncertainty. This shift is well captured by the short phrase, “think like a scientist,” offered as a deliberate contrast to thinking like a (command-and-control) manager. Classically, managers […]
Partner Event
Facilitator Training and Certification: Council Practice with Snap Inc.
Co-hosted with the Center for Positive Organizations
February 20, 2026 - February 21, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. ET, both days
Registration required, $50 fee to attend
This event has passed. Are you interested in being notified when future trainings are available? Please complete our Interest Form. About the training Join us for an extraordinary chance to participate in a two-day facilitator training and certification in the Council method as practiced at Snap Inc. This special opportunity is available to CPO community […]
Positive Links Speaker Series
Leading for Wellness: How to Create a Team Culture Where Everyone Thrives
Katina Sawyer
January 28, 2026
1:00 – 2:00 pm ET
Online
Katina Sawyer Associate Professor of Management and Organizations, University of Arizona Co-Founder, Workr Beeing About the talk A troubling trend is emerging in today’s workplace: employee morale and overall satisfaction are in sharp decline, despite companies investing more in wellness initiatives than ever before. What’s missing? Contrary to popular beliefs and large investments from companies, […]
Partner Event
Mattering at Work in the Age of AI
Jennifer Breheny Wallace & Ethan Kross
January 26, 2026
7:00 – 8:00 p.m. ET
Mattering at Work in the Age of AI Join New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Breheny Wallace and Ethan Kross for a timely conversation on mattering at work in the age of AI. As artificial intelligence reshapes our workplaces, Jennifer explores a vital question: how do we ensure people still feel valued, needed, and significant […]
Positive Links Speaker Series
Listening to Flourish: Harnessing High-Quality Listening to Build Thriving Organizations
Guy Itzchakov
November 18, 2025
11:00 am – 12:00 pm ET
Online
Prof. Guy Itzchakov Associate Professor, Department of Human Services University of Haifa About the talk Good listening isn’t just passive attention; it is an active tool that shapes how people think, feel, and connect. Professor Guy Itzchakov’s research shows that high-quality listening, marked by focused attention, accurate understanding, and a non-judgmental intent, facilitates profound introspection, […]
November 06, 2025
4:30 – 5:30 pm ET, Reception to follow, 5:30 – 6 pm ET
This event is free and open to the community
Leadership Dialogues: Tiffanie Boyd, MBA ’98, BBA ’94 Growing People to Grow the Business: HR in the era of AI About the Event: Join the Sanger Leadership Center for the latest Leadership Dialogues event featuring Tiffanie Boyd, executive vice president and chief people officer at McDonald’s, in conversation with Monica Worline, faculty director of the Center for Positive […]
October 28, 2025
3:00 – 4:00 pm ET
Free, In-Person & Online Options Available
Rosalind Chow Associate Professor of Organizational Behavior and Theory Carnegie Mellon University About the talk Mentors talk to you, sponsors talk about you. Drawing from her research on power, status, and social hierarchy and experience building executive leadership programming, Dr. Chow transforms our understanding of networking and career advancement by differentiating sponsorship from mentorship. She […]
October 23, 2025
11:30 a.m – 12:30 p.m. ET Presentation
In-Person, Michigan Ross, Open to All
The Role of Mentorship on a Professional Path: Lessons from a 50-Year Study of College Graduates In this presentation, Dr. Alexis Redding will offer insights from a study of young adult development across generations that she co-leads at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. She will share highlights from the story of the discovery of […]