Corporate Training & Professional Development
Professional Development
We equip participants with the practical skills, resilient mindsets, and proven tools needed to drive individual and organizational performance. Whether serving individual professionals in open-enrollment seminars or partnering with your organization for tailored training solutions, we meet today's business demands with programs that produce measurable, real-world results.
By building leadership, communication, and change capabilities across the organization,
we help individuals and teams realize lasting growth and success—moving the needle
where it matters most and creating meaningful impact at every level.
- 911 Supply
- AM Equipment
- ATI
- Campbell's
- Cascade Steel
- Central Willamette Credit Union
- Citizens Bank
- Coastal Farm
- CPP
- Cutting Edge Materials
- Do It Best
- ENTEK
- ESS Inc.
- GK Machine, Inc.
- Hewlett Packard
- Kettle Foods
- Kittyhawk Inc.
- KWS Seeds, LLC
- National Frozen Foods Corp
- O'Brien Dental Labs
- Oregon Freeze Dry
- Oregon State Credit Union
- Pacific Cast Technology
- Smith Gardens
- SnoTemp
- Spaeth Lumber Company
- Winco
- Yamasa Foods
Upcoming Offerings
Winter 2026
Moving Icebergs: Leading People to Lasting Change
Every person and organization has a growing edge, a challenge of development or opportunity for progress. If we can help people move forward at that growing edge, we can create lasting change.
| Date | Topic |
|---|---|
| Jan 15 | Frameworks for Change |
| Jan 29 | Getting Future Ready |
| Feb 12 | Gaining Traction: Launching Change |
| Feb 26 | The Obstacle is the Way |
| Mar 12 | Maintaining Momentum |
Key Details:
- Registration opens November 5 and ends January 2
- Tuition is $1,250 per student
- Located at the Benton Center on the Corvallis Campus
Download a flyer for Moving Icebergs.
To start the registration process, please email Anissa at teslowa@linnbenton.edu.
Fierce Conversations
Building a culture of candid communication—one conversation at a time.
| Date | Topic |
|---|---|
| Feb 10 | Introductions to Fierce Conversations |
| Feb 24 | Progress Review and Reflection |
| Mar 10 | Embed Authenticity into Daily Leadership Practice |
Key Details:
- Registration opens November 5 and ends January 2
- Tuition is $725 per student
- Located at the Benton Center on the Corvallis Campus
Download a flyer for Fierce Conversations.
To start the registration process, please email Anissa at teslowa@linnbenton.edu.
Fundamentals of Emotional Intelligence
Emotional intelligence is crucial for individuals and teams. It enhances communication, drives collaboration, builds resilience, and boosts leadership.
Tuesday, March 17 from 9:00am - 4:00pm.
Key Details:
- Registration opens November 5 and ends January 2
- Tuition is $215 per student
- Located at the Benton Center on the Corvallis Campus
Download a flyer for Fundamentals of Emotional Intelligence.
To start the registration process, please email Anissa at teslowa@linnbenton.edu.
Spring 2026
5 Critical Skills for Supervisors
This series provides progressive skill development from one session to the next. New supervisors learn foundations of professional supervision. Experienced supervisors receive new ools and update their leadership lens.
| Date | Topic |
|---|---|
| Apr 7 | Practices of High Performing Supervisors |
| Apr 21 | Communicating as a Supervisor |
| May 5 | Coaching and Problem Solving |
| May 19 | Difficult Conversations |
| Jun 2 | Performance Appraisals |
Key Details:
- Registration opens February 2 and ends March 27
- Tuition is $1,250 per student
- Located at the Benton Center on the Corvallis Campus
Classes fill quickly, so register in early February!
Download a flyer for 5 Critical Skills for Supervisors.
To start the registration process, please email Anissa at teslowa@linnbenton.edu.
AIM Leadership Academy
AIM is a five-session leadership development program designed to develop the habits, actions, and emotional intelligence of engaged leaders.
| Date | Topic |
|---|---|
| Apr 9 | Philosophy of Engaged Leaders |
| Apr 23 | Develop a Growth Mindset |
| May 7 | Foundations of Strategy |
| May 21 | Team Development and Alignment |
| Jun 4 | Unleash Potential |
Key Details:
- Registration opens February 2 and ends March 27
- Tuition is $1,250 per student
- Located at the Benton Center on the Corvallis Campus
Classes fill quickly, so register in early February!
Download a flyer for AIM Leadership Academy.
To start the registration process, please email Anissa at teslowa@linnbenton.edu.
Future Ready
Join us for a day to become Future Ready! Equip yourself with the skills needed for tomorrow's workplace. Our Future Ready workshop empowers you to adapt, innovate, and thrive in a rapidly evolving business landscape.
Tuesday, June 9 from 9:00am - 4:00pm.
Key Details:
- Registration opens February 2 and ends March 27
- Tuition is $215 per student
- Located at the Benton Center on the Corvallis Campus
Classes fill quickly, so register in early February!
Download a flyer for Future Ready.
To start the registration process, please email Anissa at teslowa@linnbenton.edu.
Team Development
Corporate training is designed and delivered exclusively for your organization, ensuring maximum relevance and impact.
Virtual Training
Flexible online training sessions delivered via our exclusive Virtual Engagement System
Key Features:
- Live interactive sessions
- Designed for remote teams or geographically dispersed organizations
- Includes curriculum and recordings for future reference
Meet the Trainer
Terri Houde
houdet@linnbenton.edu
541-760-8563
An engaging speaker and skilled facilitator, Terri motivates, rejuvenates, and educates her audiences. Using a blend of humor, theory, and practical tools, Terri can help you bring renewal, resilience, and results to your team. Terri has crafted a unique virtual platform that has been coined as "engage," "interactive," and "it simply works!"