We believe that women are vital in shaping a society based on business development through sustainable values. That is why, the Lean In Program aims at helping women from business environment to achieve both professional and personal development.
The program is based on Lean In Methodology from The Stanford University. It connects women from various companies and fields, provides support, helps establish partnerships, and develop the concept of values-based management.
Each Lean In circle is a closed group of up to 10 women at the same level of the career ladder, from different companies and across various industries. Participants meet 8-10 times a year in facilitated discussions during which they share their knowledge and experience. At the core of each session are the individual development goals of each participant. Upon completing the one-year cycle, women become part of the Lean In Alumni Network, currently consisting of more than 300 graduates, for whom we organise regular inspirational and networking meetings.
The 2024 Alumni meeting took place in the residence of the U.S. ambassador in Vila Otto Petschka. Our honourable guests were Lenka Žlebková, Chief Officer at the Prague Congress Centre, and Danuše Nerudová, Czech politician, economist and university lecturer. Article about the meeting (in Czech) is linked here.
For more information and/or to register, please contact us via email: leanin@blf.cz
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What types of Lean In programs do we organize?
Lean In Middle: for women in middle management
Lean In Senior: for company directors and members of the Board of Directors – more info here.
Lean In Talent: for talented university students in collaboration with Škoda Auto University – more info here.
What types of Lean In programs do we organize?
Renata Mrázová
Group Chief People Officer, FNZ Group
„The community created in response to the fantastic book Lean In and related activities is a great thing.
I believe in networking, openness, and sharing experiences that can revolutionize the gender issue through inspiration and removing our internal barriers and prejudices.“
Tereza Sverdlinová
Director of the Tereza Maxová Foundation for Children
Lean In Senior, Class of 2020
The program brought me a regular dose of inspiration and helpful advice, but also reassurance about a conscious approach to people management and leadership. It has set a mirror for me on where to focus more on my development and where there are further opportunities for growth. I see it as a huge bonus that I have met some great women through it, who have been a joy to share with and who I will continue (and love!) to have in my life. I could write thousands of words and superlatives, but they will only be words. The atmosphere, the group work, and the many thought-provoking activities – it’s a must-experience. I feel enriched in many ways after attending.
Eva Poláchová
Member of the Board of Directors, Kooperativa
Lean In Senior, Class of 2021
I highly recommend this program to all ladies who want to get to know themselves in an informal spirit, very intensively, and under the experienced and sensitive guidance of the lecturer. In our group, ladies from different fields came together; we had the desire and space to share our experiences, and we had the opportunity to perceive each others‘ stories, life situations, and world view. For me, this sharing was highly enriching, often opening new horizons and possibilities. At the beginning of programs like this, we sometimes have the feeling that we already know everything and have heard everything many times – I confirm with my experience that Lean In was different for me – it drew me in, did not let go, and left a lasting imprint. And new friendships too. Thank you for that.
For any question, to register or to learn more about the Lean In programs, please contact us via email: leanin@blf.cz