On Wednesday, March 19th, 2025 the Wake Forest Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) Workforce Development Team launched a new seminar series, Leadership in Focus. This virtual series is designed to increase leadership skills awareness and exposure to effective strategies through insightful interviews with leaders who will share their real-world experience. Each in-depth interview is facilitated by Amy Wallis, M.S., Ph.D., professor of practice in organizational behavior and ethics at the Wake Forest University School of Business.
The first session featured Jamy Ard, M.D., Professor and Vice Dean for Clinical Research at Wake Forest University School of Medicine. Dr. Ard conveyed his experiences, challenges, and solutions in leadership - including growing his leadership capacity, and strategic thinking. His journey, from a small town in northern Louisiana to the forefront of academic medicine, is not only impressive but also instructive for aspiring leaders across industries…
Watch the full episode here.




