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ALBA Programme
Accelerating Leadership & Board Advancement

ALBA is a practical programme designed for professionals looking to enhance their leadership skills and prepare for board roles. It combines workshops, mentorship, and hands-on learning to cover key areas like governance, strategic planning, risk management, and financial oversight. Participants will gain insights from experienced board members and build valuable networks. ALBA is ideal for those looking to take on senior leadership roles and contribute effectively in boardrooms.

  • Tirana, Albania
  • October, 2025

Applications are closed!

Contact us to express your interest

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Who is the ALBA Programme for?

This is for ambitious individuals or organizations striving for excellence, driven by a desire to create meaningful impact. It speaks to those with a growth mindset—constantly seeking to learn, evolve, and push boundaries. Whether entrepreneurs, leaders, or changemakers, this message resonates with those who refuse to settle, always aiming for the next level of greatness in their journey.

Key Learnings

Leadership and Strategy

  • Core Ideas: Grasp leadership from Drucker, Collins, Kotter.
  • Handling Complexity: Navigate change and ethics.
  • Outcome: Sharpen strategic leadership.

Governance and Finance

  • Governance Basics: Grasp board roles and dynamics.
  • Financial Skills: Understand finance and risk management.
  • Outcome: Lead with oversight and financial confidence.

Influence and Impact

  • Communication: Develop presence, negotiation, and storytelling.
  • Innovation: Drive tech, change, and sustainability.
  • Outcome: Inspire and lead inclusively for lasting impact.

Eligibility Criteria

The ALBA Programme is designed for ambitious professionals and organisations committed to enhancing leadership skills, preparing for board roles, and driving meaningful impact. We assess applicants based on professional experience, leadership roles, board readiness, and influence.

BIG BUSINESSES

MEDIUM BUSINESSES

C-Level and C-1 Level: senior leadership and executive (dependent) and non-executive (indipendent) board roles.

SMALL BUSINESSES

INDIPENDENT DIRECTORS

Indipendent executives and senior directors aspiring to pursue a professional Board career; with 15+ years of experience in related roles.

Large Businesses

  • Senior professionals with 15+ years of leadership experience (C-level, VP, Director).
  • Currently in or aspiring to C-level or C+1 (Independent Board Member) roles.
  • Experience overseeing governance, strategy, or financial operations in large companies.
  • Strong industry influence and commitment to continuous learning.

Medium Businesses

  • Mid to senior-level professionals with 10–15 years of leadership experience.
  • Currently in or aspiring to C-level (Internal Board) or C-1 roles.
  • Leadership experience in strategy, risk, or finance within medium and large companies.
  • Building networks to drive business growth and governance skills.

Small Businesses

  • Founders of small businesses, with 15+ years of SME, striving to grow to mid-size business. 
  • Experience in Strategic or operational leadership in businesses.
  • Interest in governance, financial oversight, and leadership development

Micro businesses & Solopreneurs

  • Independent professionals with 15+ years of experience.
  • Demonstrated leadership in managing strategy, clients, and financial decisions.

Introducing Experts Behind the Programme

Our esteemed panel of organisers and lecturers brings together a wealth of expertise and global experience. From leading international business executives to renowned academics, you’ll learn from the best in the field, including:

Faculty: Trainers and Mentors

Albana Vrioni

Founder of WOB-AL

Silvia Stefanini

Vinika Rao

Director at INSEAD

Daniela Della Rosa

Hagen Schweinitz

Faculty at INSEAD

Daniela (Serban) Maior

President of ARIR

Ebere Akadiri

Audrey Daumain

Rezarta Cenaj

Livia Piermattei

Kimberly Maucher Lynch

HR Talent Lead

Elena Pistone

NED, INSEAD

Paolo Cinelli

CIO BOLTON Group

Olga Loskutova

COO GDEV, NED

Ellie Doohan

Board and NED Coach

Inês Moura

Executive Vocal Coach

Ines Moura

Pricing and Terms of payment

Secure Your Spot in the ALBA Leadership Program!

  • Exclusive Early Bird Offer: €750 instead of €3,000!
  • 7 high-impact leadership & board readiness modules
  • Group mentorship & one-on-one coaching with top faculty
  • C-Level Certificate & Director Network Listing

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Early Bird Price Ends Soon

Application informnation

Applications for ALBA are Currently Closed

Thank you for your interest in ALBA. Our current application phase has ended, but we are excited to announce that a new phase will open in October. If you’d like to be among the first to know when applications reopen, please fill out the form below to express your interest. We’ll keep you updated with all the details and next steps!

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Early Bird Price:

€750
Early bird period is over. <br>Regular Price: <br><br><span style="font-size: 50px;">€900</span>

Express Interest Form

To express your interest, please send an email via contact form  with your contact details and our team will contact you promptly.