POWER U: An Exclusive Professional Development Collaborative

Presented by Fidelity Bank POWER and Facilitated by Landry Training

About POWER U

The mission of POWER U, sponsored by Fidelity Bank POWER, is to make high-level professional development programming accessible and affordable for female business owners throughout Southeast Louisiana. In partnership with Landry Training, POWER U aims to elevate women’s leadership potential as business owners and entrepreneurs while fostering collaboration with a group of established peers.

This 6-month program is designed for high-achieving, motivated, and talented female business owners who are members of the Fidelity Bank POWER Program. The curriculum engages women from diverse industries and backgrounds, equipping them with tools and strategies to enhance their business success.

POWER U consists of seven in-person sessions featuring engaging workshops, peer mentoring, and focused business support. Facilitated by Candance S. Schrag, Director of Operations at Landry Training, each session includes educational discussions on leadership, business, and personal development.

Each session will spotlight a successful female business owner who will share her journey and insights.
Participants who complete the program will be honored at a graduation celebration and featured in Fidelity Bank’s marketing materials.

Fidelity Bank recognizes the importance of investing in oneself to boost business success. Therefore, POWER U participation costs will be partially underwritten by Fidelity Bank POWER, making this high-level professional development program available and affordable to its members.

What you need to know

POWER U is ideal for female entrepreneurs who:
  • Are active members of the Fidelity Bank POWER Program
  • Have at least 50% ownership of a for-profit business in good standing with the Louisiana Secretary of State
  • Have been in business for at least two years
  • Are eager to enhance their professional skills and business acumen
  • Are ready to invest $750 in their professional development and expand their network
  • Can commit to attending seven in-person workshops from January 2025 to May 2025
Participants in POWER U will benefit from:
  • Membership in a supportive group of accomplished female business owners
  • Access to cross-industry peer mentoring and a growing network of like-minded professionals
  • Participation in an online community forum for collaboration and idea-sharing
  • Attendance at seven in-person sessions, with meals provided, focused on developing critical leadership and business skills
  • Recognition at a graduation celebration and exclusive features in Fidelity Bank’s marketing materials

Fidelity Bank recognizes the importance of investing in oneself to boost business success. Therefore, POWER U participation costs will be partially underwritten by Fidelity Bank POWER, making this high-level professional development program available and affordable to its members. Tuition for POWER U is $750 per participant, covering parking, breakfast, and workshop materials for all sessions. Tuition must be paid in full by January 9, 2025, and can be paid in two installments:

  • $375 upon selection into the program
  • $375 by January 9, 2025

Invoices will be sent via email from Landry Training, and full payment is required by January 9, 2025, to participate in the sessions.

POWER U includes seven in-person sessions over five months.

Attendance at all sessions is highly encouraged. Each session will follow Landry Training’s custom “EMPOWER” curriculum.

  • Session #1: Engage – Introductory Mixer, Happy Hour Style
  • Session #2: Mentor – The Mentorship Framework
  • Session #3: Personality & Perspective – Connecting and Understanding New Viewpoints
  • Session #4: Ownership – Examining Self-Accountability
  • Session #5: Wisdom – Business Development Breakout Sessions
  • Session #6: Elevate – Leadership Capacity Workshop
  • Session #7: Reignite – Goal Setting & Graduation Happy Hour

Session Dates and Locations:

  • Session 1 will be held on Thursday, January 9th, from 6 PM to 7:30 PM. (Location TBD)
  • Sessions 2 – 6 will held on Fridays from 9:30 AM to 12 PM. Location will be communicated to participants upon acceptance. Breakfast will be provided.
  • Session 7 will be held on Wednesday, May 14th, from 2 PM to 5 PM (Class) | 5 PM to 7 PM (Graduation Happy Hour, Loyola University)
Applications will be accepted from October 15, 2024, through December 1, 2024.

Applications submitted outside of this period will not be considered. The process is entirely online and requires:

  • Contact Information
  • Demographic Information
  • Employment and Business Information
  • Biographical Information
  • Resume
  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Program Commitment

The POWER U Selection Committee will choose twelve POWER members (10 participants + 2 alternates) based on their potential to grow and scale their businesses using the skills acquired in the program. Selection factors include diversity in race, ethnicity, industry, work experience, civic involvement, personal and professional accomplishments, and alignment with the Fidelity Bank POWER mission.

Upon acceptance, participants will receive an email invitation and must accept within five days by submitting the first payment of $375 and completing the registration materials.

To gain the full benefits of POWER U, participants are expected to attend all sessions and be punctual. More than one absence or late arrival may affect eligibility to attend the graduation and be featured in marketing materials. Please review the schedule carefully and plan accordingly.

Landry Training, LLC is a training and development firm based in New Orleans with a passion for professional development. Our management consulting services and our training workshops are geared toward ensuring that you and your team are engaging in meaningful collaboration, communication, and planning.

We excel at creating highly-skilled, competent teams. Landry Training, LLC brings a wealth of experience with over 30 years of combined business work experience and classroom facilitation. We specialize in training and business consulting for large and small businesses in a wide range of industries including the Hotel & Restaurant industry, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas Industry, and Banking.

Our training programs are custom-built. We created the methodology of T.D.R. (Training/Classroom Education, Skill Development, and Reinforcement) and we use T.D.R. in every single one of our workshops to ensure a complete learning experience for all participants. We look at the total picture to help employees achieve maximum growth. We can design and provide the training you need. Our expertise and focus will help you achieve uncommon results

Visit landrytraining.com for more details.