Leading at the Threshold is an immersive executive leadership experience designed for senior leaders and CXOs navigating continuing uncertainty and pressure. Delivered in partnership with Thunderbird School of Global Management, Arizona State University, this complimentary in-person session with Prof. David Slocum will explore how leaders can address anxiety, build anti-fragile organizations, accelerate decisive sense making, and create clearer positions in turbulent environments.
Key Themes Covered:
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From Signal Recognition to Rapid Situational Awareness: Develop the ability to identify early indicators, interpret evolving realities, and respond with speed, clarity, and strategic focus.
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From Functional Silos to Fast and Integrated Decisions: Explore how leaders can enable cross-functional collaboration and accelerate aligned decision-making in dynamic environments.
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From Stakeholder Management to Coordinating as One Organization: Move beyond fragmented engagement towards unified organizational action and shared accountability.
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From Giving Direction to Creating Clarity and Confidence: Learn how to lead teams through uncertainty by building trust, alignment, and confidence in execution.
Academic Partner:
In partnership with Thunderbird School of Global Management, Arizona State University.
Join us for an engaging and thought-provoking leadership experience designed for leaders operating at the edge of change.
*Seats are limited for this exclusive leadership experience. Register now to gain actionable insights from globally renowned leadership expert Prof. David Slocum and engage with fellow senior leaders shaping the future of organizations.
This is a complimentary executive education session offered exclusively by DIFC Academy in partnership with Thunderbird School of Global Management, Arizona State University.
Speaker
Prof. David Slocum
Professor of Practice, Thunderbird School of Global Management, Arizona State University
Prof. David Slocum is an internationally recognized leadership educator, executive coach, and thought leader with more than 25 years of experience helping leaders navigate complexity, transformation, and organizational change. He teaches high-impact leadership, strategic management, and global leadership at Thunderbird School of Global Management, one of the world's leading institutions for international business and executive education.
In addition to his role at Thunderbird, Prof. Slocum serves as Professor of Creative Leadership at the Berlin School of Creative Leadership in Germany, where he previously led the school's Global Executive MBA and executive education programs. He has worked extensively with senior executives, entrepreneurs, and business leaders across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia, and Latin America.
A certified executive coach, Prof. Slocum has advised leaders across industries including technology, finance, consulting, media, energy, and the creative industries. His work focuses on developing leadership capabilities that enable organizations to thrive amid uncertainty, accelerate innovation, strengthen collaboration, and drive meaningful transformation.
Previously, he held senior academic leadership positions at New York University and The George Washington University, where he designed and led executive education initiatives for global organizations and emerging leaders. He has also served as Academic Director and Program Adviser for RARE with Google, supporting leadership development and organizational transformation initiatives worldwide.
Prof. Slocum's unique blend of academic rigor, executive coaching expertise, and global leadership experience makes him a sought-after advisor for organizations seeking to build resilience, agility, and leadership effectiveness in an increasingly complex world.
Having coached and taught leaders across nearly 40 countries, Prof. Slocum brings practical insights on leading through uncertainty, complexity, and organizational transformation
Event Details
Date: 17 June 2026
Time: 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Format: In Person at DIFC Academy, Gate Village 02
Audience: Senior Leaders, CXOs
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