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Leadership Accelerator

Leadership Storytelling Summit

Students transform personal experiences into stories that inspire and influence others.

Over two tech-free days, students build presence and emotional intelligence by crafting and delivering personal stories. Through real-time feedback and peer coaching, they learn to speak with authenticity, connect with others, and lead through story.
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Testimonial

Ana Chiu | Stern School of Business '25

“This Summit was so immersive. I learned how to craft my own story and deliver it in a succinct and impactful way. I’ve already seen it influence my leadership at work.”

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All MBA students can join the experience.

Yes, in-person attendance at both days of the Summit is required for participation.

The Leadership Storytelling Summit is held once per semester. 

The Fall 2025 Summit took place on Friday, October 24 and Saturday, October 25, 2025. The Spring 2026 Summit will take place on Friday, February 20 and Saturday, February 21, 2026. 
 

Enrollment opens three weeks in advance of the experience. The Leadership Accelerator will send out an email when it is time to sign up.

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Testimonial

Jay Swanson | NYU Stern School of Business '28

“I learned that connection is the key to a powerful story. My peers challenged me and shared feedback so I could ultimately deliver my story with more confidence than I thought possible.”

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Testimonial

Micah Rembrandt | NYU Stern School of Business '27

"The combination of formal instruction and peer coaching at the Leadership Storytelling Summit was the perfect recipe to turn a straightforward story from loose ingredients into something impactful and compelling. I came away feeling more capable as a storyteller and as a leader, having built great connections with students from across the Stern MBA ecosystem."

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Testimonial

Sid Sawhney | NYU Stern School of Business '27

"I absolutely loved this! It was a fun, educational, and deeply personal experience. I grew as a storyteller by workshopping my story through two days and hearing my peers' stories."