This month, the Leadership Colorado cohort participated in a workshop called The Framework for Connection, led by Jeremy Edmonds, SVP of People and Culture at Snooze Restaurants and owner of CultureQ. The session helped participants discover their top values and explore how those values shape their sense of connection in their daily interactions. They spent time reflecting on what helps them feel connected and disconnected in the workplace, and how increasing their awareness of these dynamics can strengthen both their personal and professional relationships.
One of the most powerful takeaways was the idea that leadership is not defined by title or position, but by the way they show up for others. As Jeremy Edmonds shared, leadership is less about who manages you and more about who consistently helps others feel seen, supported, and connected. They discussed the impact of simple yet powerful language, especially the phrase, “I believe in you” and how it can build trust, confidence, and a sense of belonging. These conversations can open the door to stronger alignment, clearer communication, and deeper connection within their teams.
After the program, participants said:
Loved getting to hear values from fellow program participants and reflecting on what it looks like when my values are compromised.
Jeremy is funny, approachable, relatable and has an innate gift for making a room full of (mostly) strangers feel comfortable sharing and being vulnerable!
I really liked the WAIT strategy when you start to feel judgement, blame, shame or anger.
This program has highlighted just how vital gratitude is. Seeing it show up in so many ways has inspired me to carry that same sense of thankfulness forward into everything I do next.
Next month, the cohort will learn about leadership with the Colorado Symphony through their Conducting Business Leadership workshop!