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Bridging the Gap: Exclusive Leadership Training for LGS Alumni

Posted on by Amanda Blomquist
28
Aug

Leadership Grand Strand (LGS) is proud to continue its tradition of lifelong leadership development with a brand-new training opportunity designed exclusively for our alumni. On Friday, Oct. 3, from 9 a.m. to noon, join us at BEFLOR Property Restoration for an engaging program led by our current LGS leadership trainers, Hop2it Consulting. 

This half-day session, Bridging the Gap: Leading with Emotional Intelligence Across Generations, will equip alumni with skills to navigate today’s rapidly evolving workplace. Registration costs $30 per person and includes breakfast. Attendees must be graduates of LGS. 

What to Expect 

The three-hour program is divided into two high-impact sessions: 

  • Emotional Intelligence – Strengthen self-awareness, deepen empathy and enhance your ability to build meaningful professional relationships. 
  • Generational Leadership – Explore strategies to bridge differences, leverage diverse strengths and foster collaboration across generations. 

The training is interactive and will give alumni tools they can apply immediately in both their professional and personal lives. 

Meet the Trainers 

This training will be facilitated by Daniel and Heather Hoppe of Hop2it Consulting, who bring a wealth of expertise in leadership and organizational development. 

  • Daniel Hoppe, Ed.D. has more than two decades of experience in education, business, and nonprofit management. Currently serving as the executive director of Multiplying Good, Southeast, and president of Hop2it Consulting, he is also a proud graduate of LGS Class XXXIX. Dan has served on the LGS Board of Regents, completed Disney Institute leadership programs, and has guided countless organizations in leadership development, strategic planning and change management. 
  • Heather Hoppe, Ph.D. has built her career in higher education, where she currently serves as assistant vice president for enrollment services/registrar at Horry-Georgetown Technical College. A graduate of LGS Class XLIII, Heather is known for her deep commitment to helping students and professionals achieve their goals and has won awards for her conference presentations. 

Why Attend? 

This program is more than just training, it’s an opportunity to reconnect with your LGS classmates, sharpen your leadership skills and continue your personal growth journey as part of the LGS alumni network. Emotional intelligence and generational understanding are among the most in-demand leadership skills today, and this session offers a practical, alumni-centered space to strengthen both. 

Don’t miss this chance to invest in yourself and your leadership journey. 

Reserve your spot today and join us Oct. 3 for a morning of insight, connection and growth.