STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP TRAINING
Leading Through Complexity
The North American framework for decision-makers navigating high-stakes change.
Training Overview
In the North American space and defense sectors, ambiguity isn’t the exception. It is the environment.
Leading through Complexity is NASI’s strategic leadership workshop designed to equip professionals with the tools to manage uncertainty, guide teams, and build clarity in fast-moving, multi-state systems.
This isn’t a traditional management course. It is built specifically for those leading mission-critical operations, executive succession cycles, and rapid technological transformation in a $613B continental space economy.
You will leave with proven frameworks, including the Cynefin model for sense-making, and systems-thinking tools that bridge the gap between technical expertise and executive leadership.
Training Fee: $1,250
Discounts available for partner organizations
Format: In-Person
2.5 Days | Delivered On-Site
or at select partner venues
Prerequisites: None
Designed for experienced professionals and team leads
Meet Your Instructor
Iain Christie
Space Executive and Founder Coach
- Former CEO of Neptec, a leading Canadian space company
- Led missions at NASA’s Johnson Space Center
- Mentor for early-stage space startups at CDL
- Advisor on policy for national aerospace associations
- Visiting professor in leadership at University of Ottawa
What You’ll Gain from This Workshop
Frameworks for Decision Clarity
Learn to assess risk and complexity using the Cynefin framework to match your leadership response to your operational environment.
Succession Ready Leadership
Gain the skills to transition from technical lead to executive roles, preserving institutional expertise during rapid growth cycles.
Cross-Sector Continental Insight
Explore how leaders across U.S. and Canadian defense, tech, and policy sectors navigate large-scale transformation.
Systems Thinking Proficiency
Move beyond linear problem-solving to understand the feedback loops and interdependencies that drive mission success.
Formal Recognition & Next Steps
Receive a NASI leadership certificate and join a continental network of professionals shaping the future of space workforce policy.
Who It's For
Managers and executives leading North American space or technical teams
Public sector professionals guiding continental innovation and complex policy systems
Military officers and national security leaders transitioning to civilian executive roles
R&D and engineering leaders driving the next generation of mission-critical hardware
Ready to Lead Where Others Hesitate?
Register your interest in our leadership module built for decision-makers navigating the complexity of 2026 space missions and systems.
We will follow up with next steps for our upcoming continental sessions and how to secure your seat.
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