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INTRODUCING: CCAI’s EDGE Leadership Training Program Lead Confidently. Finish Strong.
Strong leadership in any industry doesn’t happen by accident. In today’s industrial finishing and manufacturing environment, supervisors and emerging leaders are expected to manage people, solve problems, and keep operations running efficiently - often without formal leadership training.
CCAI’s EDGE Leadership Training Program was created to close that gap. Designed exclusively for CCAI’s members, EDGE (Empower • Develop • Grow • Excel) is a structured leadership development experience that equips participants with the skills needed to lead teams effectively, communicate clearly, and drive real improvements back at their facility. The program combines expert‑led workshops, peer learning, and practical leadership planning to ensure learning translates into action. CLICK HERE to view the EDGE Informational Video.
What Participants Gain EDGE focuses on the leadership challenges faced every day, including: - Building high‑performing, accountable teams
- Improving communication and decision‑making
- Developing emotional intelligence and leadership presence
- Turning leadership concepts into measurable operational improvements
Participants leave with practical tools, a clear Leadership Development Plan, and greater confidence in their ability to lead people—not just processes.
Why Companies Invest in EDGE Executives, managers, supervisors, and frontline leaders have a direct impact on employee retention, productivity, and workplace culture. When leaders struggle, teams struggle. EDGE helps companies: - Strengthen retention by developing leaders employees want to work for
- Improve consistency, communication, and execution with the company
- Build a pipeline of capable future leaders from within
Who Will Benefit from Participating in the EDGE Program - Operational leads
- Production managers
- Sales managers
- Emerging leaders
- Line supervisors
- Anyone ready to elevate team performance and drive measurable improvements back at their company
Program Structure The EDGE program requires participants to attend four sessions throughout the course of a year.
July 14 - 15, 2026
November 4 - 5, 2026
March 17 - 19, 2027
CCAI’s 2027 Annual Meeting Graduation Session 4
Annual Meeting date & location announced soon
Company Investment EDGE is an investment in people that delivers long‑term value—stronger teams, more engaged employees, and leaders prepared to guide your organization forward. The registration fee is $3,995 per person and space is very limited. Registrants are responsible for their own hotel and travel and are required to attend all 4 sessions.
SUPPORT CCAI’s EDGE Leadership Training Program
CCAI's EDGE (Empower • Develop • Grow • Excel) Leadership Training Program has been created to equip participants with the skills needed to lead teams effectively, communicate clearly, and drive real improvements back at their facility. The program combines plant tours, expert‑led workshops, peer learning, and practical leadership planning to ensure learning translates into action.
Support the next generation of Finishing Leaders by becoming a sponsor of the 2026-2027 EDGE Leadership Training Program. CLICK HERE to view the EDGE Sponsorship Flyer. Sponsorships include: - $750 off one registration for the 2026 – 2027 EDGE program
- Logo on all EDGE program promotion on CCAI’s website and in print for a full year.
- Logo on Sponsor slide at all for events
- Logo in the printed materials for all participants
- One ticket to the graduation luncheon at the 2027 Annual Meeting
Sponsorship cost: $4,000 Sponsorships are exclusively available to CCAI Corporate Members. CLICK HERE to become a sponsor!
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