Steve LowiszFounder of Guide, Don’t Drive™ Leadership | Keynote Speaker |

Community Bank Leadership Academy | 24-Session Leadership Development Program

19 Jan 2026 · 1 min

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In this short promotional video, speaker A explains the Community Bank Leadership Academy, a development program created by the Lowitz Leadership Institute in partnership with the Michigan Bankers Association. The academy is built around the "Guide, Don't Drive" leadership system, which emphasizes leading with clarity and intent rather than pressure. The program targets leaders of community banks and consists of Phase 1, a six‑session series delivered over four months, designed for immediate, on‑the‑job application. The speaker highlights the practical focus, the promise of building a culture of trust, an exclusive discount for current MBA members, and urges viewers to enroll quickly because slots are limited.

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Leading a community bank, it's hard when you feel like you have to push people to get results. But the best leaders don't drive through pressure. They guide through clarity and intent. That's exactly what the Community Bank Leadership Academy is built for: practical development with immediate application. Built on the Guide, Don't Drive leadership system through Lowitz Leadership Institute in conjunction with the Michigan Bankers Association, this program is geared directly towards the issues we see leaders facing in community banks. Phase 1 starts soon. It's 6 sessions over 4 months, so you can learn it and use it while you're leading. If you're ready to lead with clarity and build a culture of trust, sign up today. Current MBA members receive an exclusive discount. Slots are filling up, so sign up soon.