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
Take Office proudly announces the first Local Leader-led accelerators launching in Memphis, TN, Nashville TN, and Brooklyn, NY!
Under the Local Leader program, accomplished advocates bring the Take Office model to their own community. Participants in Local Leader-led Take Office accelerators have access to the Take Office online membership community, including special invitations to Global Convenings and other programming.
Join the next accelerator programs:
Nashville, TN - November 8-10, 2025
Memphis, TN - November 22-24, 2025
Brooklyn, NY - November 21-23, 2025
Nashville, TN - January 17-19, 2026
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.