The nomination period for the 2025 LEAD and GOLD leadership development programs is officially open. This is an open opportunity for all to nominate a standout individual ready to take the reins and help shape the future of gastroenterology. This future generation will be provided key leadership educational opportunities to prepare them to continue driving innovation and positive change in gastroenterology.

The Leadership Education and Development (LEAD) Program is designed for female gastroenterologists to develop leadership skills through education, coaching, and networking. The purpose of the LEAD program is to provide the knowledge and skills needed to enhance the path to leadership within academic or private practice medicine and within ASGE.

Topics covered will range from strategic communication skills and negotiation practices to management issues, public speaking, and conflict resolution/mediation skills. The program also emphasizes personal leadership development, strategic goal setting, and career advancement within gastroenterology.

The GI Organizational Leadership Development (GOLD) program was established in 2018 to enhance the organizational leadership skills of experienced (5 or more years beyond fellowship) ASGE members interested in pursuing a career in executive physician leadership within academic or private practice. This 12-month integrated leadership program focuses on medicine's business and operational side.

Program participants will focus on developing their leadership skills, business knowledge, and personal influence and exploring strategies for goal development and advancement. The GOLD program addresses opportunities and challenges within the context of a gastroenterology career in physician executive leadership, and it helps participants apply effective, collaborative leadership methods to their organizations and ASGE. 

Send a nomination for yourself, a peer, or a colleague by February 21.