Virtual Panel Discussion
Thursday, September 25, 2025
12:00 – 1:00 pm ET
About the Event:
The role of the manager is undergoing a major transformation—and AMA’s latest research reveals how.
Join us on September 25 for an exclusive virtual research briefing, The Role of Today’s Manager, where we’ll unpack key findings from our newest survey exploring what’s changed, what’s working and what leaders need to do next.
In this expert-led discussion, you’ll gain data-backed insights on how the manager’s role has evolved—and how organizations can support these critical players in a fast-changing business environment.
Join Us and Discover:
- The most urgent new demands being placed on managers
- Which aspects of the role have changed most significantly
- How leadership is (or isn’t) helping managers succeed
- What skills are most in demand for today’s workplace
Felicia Alley English, PhD
Associate Director of Organizational Development, Cal State University
AMA Management Faculty
Dr. Felicia English has 28 years’ experience in professional development and specializes in leadership, communication, emotional intelligence, management, and wellness in the workplace. She is a certified ICF Coach in Certified Learning Program Mgr & Instructional Designer by ATD. She has earned her BA in Sociology, MA in Public Adm./HR Mgmt, MA in Org. Systems, and PhD in Human and Org. Development.
Haywood Spangler, PhD, MDiv
Leadership & Business Ethics Expert
AMA Subject Matter Expert and Faculty
Haywood Spangler is a corporate trainer, researcher, and author. Spangler brings his expertise as an ethicist and philosopher to help organizations combine critical thinking with values in making complex, high-stakes decisions. He was also an instructor of business ethics at the University of Virginia's McIntire School of Commerce. Haywood earned his PhD in Ethics from the University of Virginia and MDiv from Yale University.
Moderator:
Lauren McNally
VP, Marketing Communications
American Management Association
Lauren McNally serves as the Vice President of Marketing Communications at the American Management Association (AMA), overseeing brand development, communications strategies, corporate learning marketing and creative services. Lauren also leads AMA’s Women’s Leadership Center.
Who Should Attend:
HR and L&D leaders, senior managers, executives and leaders of people who want to support the development of managers and overall success of their teams and organization.
Secure your spot today. This event is complimentary, but registration is required.