In this episode of Leader Up, we welcome Dr. Kailah Murry, Coordinator for the Continuing Education for Senior Leaders (CESL) – Strategic Leadership course. Dr. Murry provides a behind-the-scenes look at this immersive program, designed to prepare senior Army civilians, enlisted personnel, and officers for the complexities of strategic leadership.

From fostering cross-functional collaboration to tackling real-world Army challenges, Dr. Murry explains how the course enables leaders to break out of their routines, exchange ideas, and even influence Army policy. Discover how this unique environment encourages innovative thinking, builds essential networks, and equips Army leaders with tools to manage multi-generational shifts, lead through change, and drive strategic impact. Whether you’re aiming for senior leadership or looking to expand your professional community, this episode reveals how CESL - Strategic Leadership empowers leaders to grow and make a lasting difference.

Tune into gain insight into what it takes to leader at the highest levels and the invaluable role of continuous learning in the Army’s civilian corps.

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Music: “Carolina” (Intro) & “Fort Scott” (Outro) composed by David Howey.