Management Fellow Testimonials
See What Our Management Fellows Say…
Olumide Elegbe, 2015 Management Fellow
“The tools that I learned from the M4S program and the support of my peer circle has helped me to understand my management style. I am better equipped with an understanding of working styles, the importance of giving clear instructions and feedback. This is especially important leading a small team that is responsible for relationship building in a large organization across a variety of sectors.” – Olumide O. Elegbe, MPH Associate Director, Partnerships, FHI 360
Ellie Canter, 2014 Management Fellow
“The support of Managing for Success has given me the confidence to lead and allowed me to question my management and leadership processes and expand my arsenal of management strategies. Since completing Managing for Success, I have been promoted, have taken on more direct reports, and am helping our organization expand to new cities. The regular trainings and support system have been essential to my success in managing teams and building sustainable programs.” – Ellie Canter, Director of Programs, Turning the Page
Michelle Smith-Howard, 2014 Management Fellow
“The Managing for Success program allowed me to step back and take a deep look at myself in the context of my work. By having a better understanding of how my personality translates to my management style, I have been able to be more intentional in how I approach leadership. The Managing for Success program helped me to develop key management skills, to include building relationships, having crucial conversations, and results-based facilitation of meetings. The mentoring and coaching that are integrated into the program provides for a robust experience and allows for an organic network of support to be created amongst participants.” – Michelle Smith-Howard, Ed.S. Director, Early Childhood Development and Intervention, Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington
Stephen Alexander, 2014 Management Fellow
“The Managing for Success Program is one of the best investments organizations can make in new mangers. It helped me find and embrace my leadership style and equipped me with the tools to transform my professional and personal life.” – Stephen Alexander, Program Manager, Exponent Philanthropy