Take Office Global Leadership Institute

Take Office proudly announces the Global Leadership Institute Annual Conference will take place in Paris, France March 22-24, 2026

Take Office Global Leadership Institute – Paris Conference

Inspiring Women. Advancing Leadership. Transforming Communities.

The Take Office Global Leadership Institute – Paris Conference is a catalyst for women who are ready to lead—whether in public policy, nonprofit leadership, board service, or elected office. Over three immersive days in the heart of Paris, you’ll connect with an international network of changemakers, learn proven strategies for influence, and leave with a clear roadmap for your next leadership chapter.

Take Office began as a pilot program at Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA) Picker Center for Executive Education in January 2020. Founder Jeri Powell developed the original “Pathways to Politics: Women Taking the Lead” pilot at the Picker Center; following that program’s success, Take Office expanded as a nonprofit accelerator program and scaled the curriculum nationally and internationally.

About Take Office Founder Jeri Powell

Jeri Powell is an attorney, educator, and advocate with nearly two decades of experience in public policy, law, and nonprofit leadership. As the Founder of Take Office, she has trained and supported hundreds of women to run for elected office, lead civic initiatives, and advance gender equity in public policy. Jeri also serves as an Adjunct Professor at Columbia University SIPA, where she teaches and mentors emerging leaders with a focus on women in leadership. Her career combines strategic expertise with a passion for building pipelines of diverse women leaders worldwide.

Announcing the Take Office Local Leader Program

Bring the Take Office model to your own community. Our Local Leader Program licenses women to launch and run a Take Office Leadership Accelerator locally—an 18-month guided program that equips aspiring leaders with our curriculum, coaching, and brand. Local Leaders receive training, marketing support, and access to our national network so they can make an impact while building a sustainable business or supplemental revenue stream. It’s a turnkey way to develop the next generation of women leaders right where you live.

For more information, send a note to hello@takeoffice.org.

About Take Office

Take Office exists to close the gender gap in public leadership. We train and support women to run for office, pursue public policy careers, and drive change in their communities. By combining cutting-edge leadership development with a powerful peer network, we help women step confidently into roles of impact.

The Paris Conference Experience

  • Exclusive Leadership Training: Interactive workshops and masterclasses led by seasoned advocates, elected officials, master trainers and global business leaders.

  • Global Perspective: Explore leadership trends and policy innovations from around the world in a dynamic global city.

  • High-Impact Networking: Build relationships with an international cohort of ambitious women and allies who can open doors and collaborate long after the conference ends.

  • Action Planning: Leave with direct access to tools, mentors, coaching and resources through 3-month complimentary membership in the Take Office Online Membership Community.

This conference is designed for women who are:

  • Considering a run for elected office

  • Leading nonprofits or civic initiatives

  • Advancing policy change within corporations, governments, or NGOs

  • Seeking board placement or high-visibility leadership roles

  • Early Access: Secure your spot before the event sells out—seating is intentionally limited to keep the experience intimate and high-impact.

  • Exclusive Bonus: Conference participants receive three complimentary months in our online membership community to keep the momentum going.

  • Invest in Yourself: This is a rare chance to step out of your day-to-day and invest deeply in your leadership trajectory in a world-class city.

Be Part of a Global Movement

Become a part of the Take Office community.

Attending the Take Office Global Leadership Institute – Paris Conference is your first step to joining a movement to increase women’s leadership worldwide.