LEADERSHIP ACCELERATOR
Leadership Readiness in 6 Months, Not 6 Years.
The Sloan Leadership Accelerator is a structured, high-intensity development program designed to prepare high-potential leaders for enterprise-level succession—in 4 to 6 months, not years. It combines assessment-driven coaching, strategic projects, sponsor involvement, and behavioral goal measurement into a cohesive journey that transforms high-potential talent into confident, capable, enterprise-ready leaders.
Most organizations know they need succession plans. Few have the structured development programs to make them real. The Leadership Accelerator closes that gap.
Why It’s Critical
Organizations without a clear leadership pipeline face compounding risks: loss of institutional knowledge when senior leaders depart, destabilization during transitions, erosion of investor and board confidence, and the enormous cost of failed placements. Research estimates that promoting a leader who isn’t ready can cost over $1M in direct and indirect costs.
The Leadership Accelerator is Sloan’s answer to these risks. Instead of hoping your high-potentials will be
ready when the time comes, the Accelerator ensures they’re prepared, tested, and confident.
What’s Included:
4–6 month structured coaching track
Strategic projects
Assessment-driven leadership plan
Sponsor & stakeholder involvement
1-on-1 coaching sessions
Behavioral goal measurement
Expected Outcomes
Accelerated readiness for enterprise-level roles within 4–6 months
Measurable improvement in strategic thinking, executive presence, and stakeholder management
Stronger succession confidence for boards, CHROs, and senior sponsors
Reduced risk and cost of failed leadership transitions
Higher retention of high-potential talent who feel invested in and developed
Frequently Asked Questions
1 / How are participants selected for the Leadership Accelerator?
Participants are typically nominated by their organization based on succession planning priorities, performance history, and leadership potential. Sloan works with sponsors to ensure the right candidates are enrolled and that development goals are aligned with business needs.
2 / How is the Leadership Accelerator different from executive coaching?
The Accelerator is a more structured, time-bound program specifically designed for succession readiness and high-p. While it includes executive coaching, it also incorporates strategic projects, assessment-driven planning, sponsor involvement, and behavioral goal measurement—creating a holistic development experience that goes beyond coaching alone.