AmCham

Leadership Development Programmes

OUR PROGRAMMES

Recognising the crucial importance of talent, skills and leadership excellence to a vibrant business community, AmCham delivers bespoke leadership development programmes. Open exclusively to our member companies, these impactful initiatives support both individual and organisational growth. They provide a unique opportunity to build connections, develop leadership skills and hear from experienced speakers.

GET INVOLVED

If you would like to get involved and expand your network through these programmes, please contact us for more information:

Mandate Leader Masterclass Programme

comprises of
six programme sessions

The Mandate Leader Masterclass is a bespoke programme specifically designed to support those in leadership roles in the multinational sector in Ireland. This programme equips participants with the tools they need to take their organisations, and their roles within their organisations, to the next level.

Participants benefit from the extensive AmCham network with modules delivered in a trusted environment by senior figures from AmCham’s members and stakeholders.

Who is the programme aimed at?

  • Site / Organisation leads

  • Mandate leaders of organisations of scale

  • Holders of global / international / EMEA roles in MNCs of significant scale

  • Leaders facing significant shifts in market / industry

Women in Global Organisations Peer Mentoring Programme

comprises of
six programme sessions

The Women in Global Organisations (WGO) Peer Mentoring Programme is designed to advance leadership skills in a safe and trusted environment. Working in small cross-company, cross-sector, cross-functional groups, participants have the opportunity to explore practices, share insights, compare experiences, gather new perspectives and try out ideas with an exceptional group of peers. Participants are re-energised, prepared to inspire and lead colleagues with lasting impact.

Who is the programme aimed at?

  • Senior female leaders within American Chamber member organisations, with a minimum of 10 years' professional experience

  • Executives who must be prepared to lead their organisations though periods of disruptive innovation and rapid change

Emerging Leaders Development Programme

comprises of
six programme sessions

The Emerging Leaders Development Programme is designed to support the next generation of leaders. It is a dynamic cross-sector and cross-function leadership development programme which includes masterclasses, networking events and bespoke engagements, and culminates in the annual flagship AmCham Hackathon. The focus is on building core leadership skills while working with cross-sectoral, cross-functional peers, introducing participants to the Chamber’s leadership network, and expanding their professional network.

Who is the programme aimed at?

An individual identified and nominated by the member company who:

  • Displays high potential for leadership / people management roles

  • Advanced in relation to their own functional area

  • Those whom the organisation recognises would benefit from wider cross functional, cross sector network experience

AmCham Programme for Growth

comprises of
four programme sessions

The AmCham Programme for Growth supports Emerging FDI member companies as they establish and expand operations in Ireland. Participants explore Company Strategy, Internal Talent Management, U.S. Stakeholders, and Local External Stakeholders, combining practical insights, peer learning, and networking to strengthen strategy, capability, and connections. Each company is encouraged to nominate one primary participant, with additional colleagues welcome where relevant. Participation is complimentary and included as part of AmCham membership.

Who is the programme aimed at?

  • Leaders from Emerging FDI member companies with fewer than 180 employees in Ireland

  • Individuals responsible for driving company growth and strategy

  • Leaders seeking practical insights, peer support, and opportunities to build a strong stakeholder network