UH Manoa Executive Success Program – Clinic Series

Currently, UH Mānoa (UHM) executives often face challenges in isolation, without access to structured support, consistent practices, or insights into how similar issues are being addressed across campus. This lack of alignment can lead to fragmented decision-making and inconsistent application of internal processes and policies. The Provost seeks to create a platform where executives can collectively address topics of critical interest, gain practical strategies, and foster consistency in decision-making, policy development, and the handling of complex situations. The UH Manoa Executive Success Program (ESP) is a comprehensive and holistic leadership development initiative designed to strengthen leadership across the Manoa campus. It provides a unified approach to guiding, connecting, and empowering executives throughout their journey.

The program consists of three key components that work together to address the multifaceted needs of leaders at our campus:

1. New Executive Managerial Orientation/Onboarding (NEMO)
2. Executive Networking
3. The Clinic Series

For the mini-course, I focused on the Clinic Series, which was developed using the Lamaku Learning Management System and is designed to empower executives at UH Manoa with practical solutions to today’s most pressing leadership challenges. This series features targeted, intensive clinics where participants engage in real case studies, interactive workshops, and peer discussions that provide actionable insights and strategies for immediate application. The Clinic Series offers hands-on tools to help leaders navigate complex scenarios, strengthen their leadership approach, and drive success across their teams and departments.

It was evaluated for usability and learning effectiveness by five participants. Results indicated that the Clinic Series was highly effective in delivering relevant and practical leadership solutions. Participants reported increased confidence in applying learned strategies, enhanced problem-solving abilities, and improved collaboration skills. Participants appreciated the opportunity to discuss real-world challenges with peers. Feedback highlighted the the usefulness of case studies, and the applicability of the tools provided. Suggestions for improvement included expanding the program to cover additional leadership scenarios, and incorporating more opportunities for follow-up discussions. Overall, the evaluation confirmed that the Clinic Series is a valuable and impactful component of executive development at UH Manoa.