Nationwide Murray Lincoln Leadership Academy

Virtual via Zoom

• In this 90-minute session, we'll explore how leaders identify, develop, and retain talent in their organizations. Our facilitator, Molly Rosen, Co-CEO and Founder of ProjectNext Leadership, will guide us through strategies for building a strong leadership pipeline — the natural next step from our June conversation on succession planning.
• Resources and follow-up materials, if any, will be posted here after the session.

Nationwide Headquarters, Columbus, Ohio

We look forward to welcoming you to Columbus for our capstone in-person session.

Please plan to travel on Monday, Oct. 12, and join us for a welcome reception at 6:00 p.m. ET that evening. Sessions will take place Tuesday, Oct. 13, and Wednesday, Oct. 14, at Nationwide Headquarters. The program will conclude at 4:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, Oct. 14, so please plan return flights accordingly. 

Registration opens Aug. 18 and closes Sept. 3. You will need your flight information to complete registration, so you may want to begin making travel plans now. 

• What to know before you go (PDF)
• Frequently asked questions (PDF)

Your third and final one-on-one executive coaching session will take place after the October in-person session. This capstone coaching conversation is designed to help you reflect on the full arc of your Academy experience and identify how to carry your key learnings forward. Registration details will be coming soon.

If you have questions, reach out to MurrayLincolnAcademy@nationwide.com.

• Exploring business acumen through a dialogue on modern mutual mindsets applied to member-driven organizations

• April 17 session summary (PDF)

We recommend arriving in time to join fellow attendees for a casual networking reception with dinner at 6 p.m.

• Tapping into internal motivation
• Programming starts at 8:30 a.m. ET

• Championing innovation & leading change

The agenda on Friday concludes at 3:30 p.m. ET

Lewis Center, OH 43035

What to know before you go (PDF)

• Development challenge #1 (PDF)
• Day 1: Motivation
• Day 2: Change

• Virtual welcome session
• DiSC® assessment debrief
• Facilitated in partnership with Tero International

• Nationwide Murray Lincoln Leadership Academy - DiSC Clinic Resources

The Nationwide Murray Lincoln Leadership Academy is a nine-month, immersive leadership experience that equips leaders to thrive in a rapidly evolving, digital-first world.

Through a blend of assessments, interactive learning and practical application, participants will deepen self-awareness and executive presence, strengthen organizational leadership, foster innovative thinking, build digital and business acumen, and sharpen their ability to influence outcomes that drive impact.

The Nationwide Murray Lincoln Leadership Academy is a nine-month program that requires commitment and active participation. It starts with a welcome session and DiSC assessment debrief session in February 2026.

There will also be two in-person sessions (March and October) in Columbus, each lasting two days. In between those sessions, the academy will host six virtual development sessions on a variety of topics, each lasting approximately 90 minutes.

Additionally, each participant will receive three 60-minute virtual executive coaching experiences that they may schedule at their convenience. The total time for the program is approximately 46 hours total or approximately five hours per month, on average.

Nationwide has a long-standing commitment to supporting partners and community members. In celebration of our centennial anniversary, we are deepening our commitment by sharing leadership and professional development resources that will further strengthen our communities. Your invitation to participate in the program is an investment in your growth as a leader and in your ability to take what you learn back to your organization — helping to elevate your team or organization, and in turn, make a lasting impact on the broader community.

You’re expected to complete all pre-work and coursework, attend all aspects of the program (virtual and on-site), prioritize meetings with your executive coach and actively participate in the sessions. The development process is greatly enhanced by active participation and engagement with other participants. We also request that you share your feedback and opinions on the program through occasional surveys. This feedback will help us refine the program for subsequent cohorts.

You’ll be assigned an external executive coach who will help you interpret your DiSC assessment, implement a personal development plan, discuss career goals and provide insight into challenges and opportunities you face in your current role.