The New Leadership Reality

The New Leadership Reality: Trends, Insights and What’s Next

Leadership roles are changing fast. Expectations are rising, time is being stretched and the line between leadership and management continues to blur. AMA’s latest global leadership research reveals how leaders are experiencing these shifts and where the strain is beginning to show.

Based on insights from nearly 1,250 managers and leaders worldwide, AMA’s Annual Leadership Survey examines how leaders are spending their time, where roles are stretching beyond their original scope and which capabilities matter most in today’s environment. This briefing offers a clear view into how leadership is evolving and where organizations need to adjust to keep pace.

What You'll Learn

During this briefing, you’ll gain insight into:

• How leaders are balancing strategic responsibilities with increasing tactical demands
• Where leaders feel stretched beyond their defined roles
• Which skills leaders say are most critical right now
• How organizations can better support managers and leaders at every level

Who Should Attend

HR and L&D leaders, managers, executives and business professionals who want a clearer understanding of today’s leadership challenges, and how to better support talent development across their organizations.

Schedule:

Date: Thursday, February 26, 2026

Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pm ET

Location: Virtual | Complimentary

Speaker:

	Angela Kegler, PhD Leadership Expert, AMA Facilitator Angela’s expertise is in leadership, management, organizational development, human resources, and corporate university program development. She has provided training in 16 countries and across the U.S. Angela’s multiple honors include the prestigious President’s Award for her execution of the first ever “Leadership Boot Camp” and the American Business Women’s Association Business Woman of the Year.

Moderator:

Lauren McNally VP, Marketing Communications, American Management Association (AMA) Lauren McNally serves as Vice President of Marketing Communications at AMA, leading brand, communications and creative services. She also directs AMA’s Women’s Leadership Center and Corporate Learning Marketing.