Leadership Academy
Empowering AHS leaders to drive meaningful change
The AHS Leadership Academy is a leadership development program designed to strengthen the skills, confidence, and readiness of AHS members who aspire to take on broader leadership roles within the Society.
Through this program, participants will learn from current AHS leaders, engage with leadership development experts, and build meaningful connections with fellow colleagues and AHS members. The Leadership Academy is designed to support personal and professional growth, enhance leadership skills, and prepare members to contribute more fully to the mission and future of AHS.
Participants will explore key leadership topics, including emotional intelligence, effective communication, strategic thinking, self-awareness, collaboration, and leadership in today’s evolving healthcare landscape. Through interactive sessions and guided discussions, participants will gain practical tools and insights to support their development as future leaders within AHS and across the medical community.
How to Participate
Leadership Academy is designed for AHS members who demonstrate engagement in AHS leadership or service and offers a blend of in-person and virtual learning experiences:
- In-person sessions held during the Scottsdale Headache Symposium and the Annual Scientific Meeting
- Virtual check-ins throughout the year to foster connection and continuous learning
Candidate Criteria
- Must be an AHS member in good standing for at least 1 year
- Must demonstrate current engagement in AHS leadership or service, such as serving as:
- Chair or Co-chair of an AHS Special Interest Group;
- Chair, Co-Chair, or member of an AHS Committee; or
- Fellowship Director, who are part of the Fellowship Committee
Program Commitment
Accepted participants must commit to attending all four program sessions:
- Virtual Session - November 2026
- In-person on Wednesday, December 2, 2026 in conjunction with the 2026 Scottsdale Headache Symposium
- Virtual Session - February/March 2027
- In-person on Wednesday, June 9, 2027 in conjunction with the 69th Annual Scientific Meeting
Program Support
To support participant participation, AHS will cover registration fees for both the Scottsdale Headache Symposium and the Annual Scientific Meeting. In addition, AHS will provide one night of hotel accommodation for each of these in-person meetings. Participants will be responsible for any additional travel or lodging expenses not covered by the program.
Program Committee Chair
Peter J. Goadsby, MD, PhD, FAHS
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
