Leadership Circle

Leadership Circle is InBIA’s peer leadership program for entrepreneurship support organization leaders. Participants join a small cohort for facilitated conversations focused on sharing challenges, exchanging best practices, strengthening leadership skills, and building lasting relationships across the entrepreneurship ecosystem.

For a limited time, registration for the Fall 2026 cohort has been extended and opened to non-members.

Fall 2026 Cohort

Registration: Extended through Friday, September 25, 2026
Program dates: September 29–November 10
Time: Tuesdays, 12:00–1:00 PM ET
Format: Six live virtual sessions
InBIA member registration: $99
Non-member registration: $149
Eligibility: InBIA members and non-members for a limited time

There will be no session on October 20 during the e.Builders Forum.

What to Expect

Participants will:

• Deep dive into real challenges facing their organization or ecosystem
• Discuss challenges in a confidential peer setting
• Learn from experienced ESO leaders and peer experts
• Exchange practical ideas and proven practices
• Gain new perspectives they can put into action
• Build relationships that continue beyond the program

Meet the Co-Chairs

Sheri Marnell, PhD, MBA

Director, St. Croix Valley Business Innovation Center at University of Wisconsin–River Falls

Sheri is a nationally recognized leader in entrepreneurship, business incubation, and ecosystem development with more than 20 years of experience.

Robin Burtner, MBA, M.A.

Director, Shippensburg University Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and the Charles H. Diller Jr. Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership and Innovation

Robin has nearly two decades of experience supporting entrepreneurs, strengthening regional ecosystems, and expanding university-based entrepreneurship programs.

Session Dates

September 29
October 6
October 13
October 27
November 3
November 10

Space is limited. Registration has been extended for a limited time—reserve your spot in the Fall 2026 Leadership Circle today.