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HKS Executive Education @HKSExecEd

Harvard Kennedy School Executive Education provides leaders in government, corporate & nonprofit sectors with the training & tools they need to succeed.

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Joseph Pfeifer HKSEE '06 was first to lead firefighters into the Twin Towers on 9/11. The tragedy led him to ask: How do you lead when you’re thrown into an unexpected situation under pressure with no script? His answer: Connect, collaborate, & coordinate. bit.ly/4v1ZeET

Twenty-five years after 9/11, the first battalion chief to send firefighters into the Twin Towers...

The tragedy of 9/11 led Joseph Pfeifer HKSEE 2006, MC/MPA 2008 to learn and teach crisis leadership.

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HKS experts teach and model how better disagreement can lead to better outcomes for everyone. “The number one thing people get wrong is assuming that the only point of disagreement is to persuade the other person, or resist being persuaded.” —Julia Minson bit.ly/4gcA5mo

Why Harvard Kennedy School is embracing disagreement

HKS experts teach and model how better disagreement can lead to better outcomes for everyone.

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In this video, HKS professors share “one big idea” to build a thriving world given the multitude of challenges facing our geopolitical landscape. bit.ly/4vDM3tY

Building a world where all can thrive

Seismic shifts over the past year have heightened the urgency to rethink the approach critical development work. In this video, HKS professors share “one big idea” to build a thriving world given the...

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50th Anniversary Alum Highlight: Vahe Karapetyan attended Senior Executives in National & International Security in 2025. "My experience at HKS provided a unique blend of global perspective, strategic insight, & meaningful connections with outstanding leaders." #50YearsofHKSEE
Vahe Karapetyan holding a sign celebrating the 50th Anniversary at Harvard Kennedy School Executive Education, reading, "I'm proud to be a Harvard Kennedy School Executive Education Alum!"

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Disagreement is everywhere. Leading through it is a skill. The spring HKS Magazine highlights how our community is putting that skill into practice—bridging divides, navigating high-stakes decisions, & modeling productive debate in moments that matter. bit.ly/4uBJF6C
Illustrated Harvard Kennedy School Magazine cover showing people walking along a green path through a tunnel of trees toward a bright horizon. Background is several past HKS Magazine covers.

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Harvard Kennedy School Professor Ben Schneer discusses recent redistricting in Texas, California, Virginia, and Florida, and the Supreme Court’s ruling on Louisiana v. Callais. bit.ly/3PGp3uZ

Explainer: What’s happening with gerrymandering in the United States—and who will “win” the...

Harvard Kennedy School Professor Ben Schneer discusses recent redistricting in Texas, California, Virginia, and Florida, and the Supreme Court’s ruling on Louisiana v. Callais.

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Join the Policy Spotlight: Insights from Faculty webinar on June 2 at 12 PM with Jeremy Weinstein and Sharad Goel. They'll explore how new technologies are reshaping society and government, as well as the opportunities and challenges already emerging. bit.ly/42XQVO8
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As Tim O’Brien explains, leadership is about mobilizing people when there is no easy answer. In Leadership for the 21st Century, participants tackle real-world challenges with peers from around the world. 📆 Sept 13–18, 2026 Apply by July 20 Learn more➡️ bit.ly/4tTfmr7
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HKS Executive Education had a great time at the ATD Conference this week. Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth and connected with us. We look forward to staying in touch!
Dan Abar and Karen Morrissey at the Harvard Kennedy School Executive Education table at the 2026 ATD Conference, talking to a conference guest.

ALT Dan Abar and Karen Morrissey at the Harvard Kennedy School Executive Education table at the 2026 ATD Conference, talking to a conference guest.

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50th Anniversary Alum Highlight: Bob Sommerfeld attended Crisis Leadership in Higher Education. "HKS provided the opportunity to connect with senior leaders to discuss current issues we face. The faculty-led discussions and information provided were outstanding." #50YearsofHKSEE
Bob Sommerfeld in a police uniform, holding a sign celebrating the 50th Anniversary at Harvard Kennedy School Executive Education, reading, "I'm proud to be a Harvard Kennedy School Executive Education Alum!"

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Come see us at the #ATD26 Conference in LA! HKS Executive Education will be exhibiting at the 2026 @atd International Conference & EXPO at the Los Angeles Convention Center, May 17-20. If you’ll be there, stop by our booth to say hello.
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“We don’t need more performers in Washington. If you want to do something, come on in.” In a conversation at HKS with Jill Lepore, Mitt Romney discusses the state of political parties in America and possible pathways for another 250 years of democracy. bit.ly/4uL11hc

Mitt Romney’s advice for anyone considering politics: “We don’t need more performers in Washington....

In a conversation at Harvard Kennedy School with Harvard historian Jill Lepore, Romney discusses the state of political parties in America and possible pathways for another 250 years of democracy.

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People attend HKS for more than a certificate. They want impact on their work—and the data shows it pays off. Our survey found 78% of participants increased their salary by more than 10% after our programs. See how a program can shape your career. bit.ly/4eG9a1M
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Join Nathalie Laidler-Kylander, chair of the HKS Access executive program Leading People, Building Teams, for a webinar on how to successfully transition into a new manager role and help your team and organization thrive in the process. Register ➡️ bit.ly/4dnSPNY
Harvard Kennedy School Executive Education webinar, "Support the Transition from Individual Contributor to Team Leader," scheduled for Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET, hosted by Nathalie Laidler-Kylander.

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In Cybersecurity: The Intersection of Policy and Technology, Faculty Chair Jim Waldo provides a comprehensive framework for understanding and mitigating the risks of cyber threats. On-campus: July 26–31, 2026 Apply by June 1. 🔗 bit.ly/3QeIs66
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“There’s an overall sense of moral urgency in our leaders.” In Leadership & Character in Uncertain Times, Christopher Robichaud explores how leaders can strengthen ethical decision-making & navigate complexity with integrity. 📆 July 7 – Aug. 7, 2026 🔗 bit.ly/4tiaj44
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From young mayor in Brazil to HKS Executive Education alum, David Benevides is focused on expanding healthcare, improving education, and investing in infrastructure to promote social inclusion and sustainable growth. bit.ly/3QIZbyt
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Transitioning to a manager role requires a major shift. Nathalie Laidler-Kylander shares a framework from Leading People, Building Teams to help new managers succeed, focusing on personal leadership, talent management, and building effective teams. bit.ly/4t5fi86

Don’t Promote Your Star Players, Invest in Their Transition

The framework proposed in this article provides practical tools and approaches to help build the specific skills new managers need.

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A new series from the Harvard IOP, "The Consent of the Governed: America at 250 and Beyond," explores the past, present, and future of the American experiment. The first conversion of the series covered unity, disunion, and the future of democracy. bit.ly/4csNa8S

America at 250: Jill Lepore asks Pete Buttigieg, Drew Faust, and Eddie Glaude about the state of...

The first conversation in a new Harvard Kennedy School series marking the country’s big anniversary explores unity, disunion, and the future of democracy.

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A look inside recent moments at @HKSExecEd. From classroom dialogue to new global connections, participants continue to bring real-world perspective, curiosity, and leadership into every session. — Credit to Bulat Latypov, Komal Dhoot, Marjeta Lloshi, & Oded Hadomi.
January 2026 cohort of the executive program, Leadership for the 21st Century

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Komal Dhoot in front of a brick wall that says Harvard Kennedy School

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Marjeta Lloshi, participant of Leadership for the 21st Century, with the program's faculty chair, Timothy O'Brien.

ALT Marjeta Lloshi, participant of Leadership for the 21st Century, with the program's faculty chair, Timothy O'Brien.

Three executive education participants in front of the Harvard Kennedy School "Ask What You Can Do" banner

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