Izzy Nalley ConsultingLeading Through Change: The Psychology of Organizational Transformation
Resistance, stakeholder engagement, communication, and change adoption.
Applied takeawayChange Readiness & Adoption Blueprint
For MBA programs, faculty & executive education
MBA Guest Lectures & Executive Education
Practical instruction at the intersection of leadership, organizational behavior, change management, and strategic execution.
Bring real-world business application into the classroom. Izzy Nalley, MBA, develops engaging guest lectures, applied workshops, and executive education sessions that connect organizational concepts with the decisions leaders and managers face every day.
Signature lecture topics
Four applied sessions, each with a concrete takeaway
Every session combines discussion, a practical framework, and an exercise students can use beyond the classroom.
The Neuroscience of Leadership: Decision-Making, Emotional Intelligence & Performance
Stress, cognitive bias, emotional intelligence, and leadership behavior.
Applied takeawayLeadership Decision-Making & EI Toolkit
From Strategy to Execution: Leading Projects, People & Performance
Project initiation, stakeholder alignment, governance, accountability, and measurement.
Applied takeaway90-Day Strategic Execution Roadmap
The Behavioral Science of High-Performing Teams: Motivation, Communication & Organizational Performance
Motivation, psychological safety, feedback, conflict, and team dynamics.
Applied takeawayTeam Performance Diagnostic & Improvement Plan
Available formats
Adapted to your learning objectives and audience
Guest lecture
60–90 minutes within an existing course.
MBA or Saturday intensive
2–4 hours of applied, discussion-based work.
Executive education
Half-day or full-day sessions for working professionals.
Keynote or conference
A focused presentation for professional audiences.
Customized learning session
Built around a specific module, case, or cohort.
In person or virtual
Based in Louisville, KY. Virtual delivery available.
About the instructor
Izzy Nalley, MBA
Izzy Nalley, MBA, is a business consultant, leadership educator, and strategic facilitator specializing in organizational change, leadership development, team effectiveness, and strategic execution. Through Izzy Nalley Consulting, she helps organizations navigate complex challenges, align stakeholders, improve communication, and turn priorities into actionable plans. Her work integrates business strategy, project and change management, and applied behavioral science.
Previous paid project-management guest instruction at a regional university.
MBACertified ScrumMaster (CSM)PhD in progressPMP in progress
How it works
From first conversation to classroom
Planning conversation
20 minutes on your course, audience, and objectives.
Session outline
A proposed agenda, learning objectives, and format.
Delivery
An applied, interactive session tailored to your students.
Follow-up
Takeaway materials and a brief debrief with you.
Request a conversation
Planning a class, module, or executive program?
Let's discuss your learning objectives and audience. Choose a time below for a 20-minute video conversation.
Prefer email? Write to [email protected] with your course, dates, and audience.