Novya Launches Leadership Lab to Strengthen Capacity in Brussels’ Nonprofit Sector

Novya, Brussels’ only consultancy dedicated exclusively to European nonprofit organisations, has announced the launch of the Novya Leadership Lab, a three-month leadership development programme designed for nonprofit executives and association secretary generals based in the EU capital.

Running from January to March 2026, the Leadership Lab aims to equip participants with strategic agility, operational rigour and people-centred leadership skills—essential capabilities for navigating political volatility, complex EU policymaking, funding uncertainty and rapid digital transformation.

“Traditional leadership training doesn’t match the realities of Brussels nonprofits,” said Benita Lipps, CEO and Founder of Novya. “The Leadership Lab is practical and context-specific—designed for leaders juggling EU policy, multi-stakeholder ecosystems and fast-paced change.”

A Programme Tailored to the Realities of Brussels-based Nonprofits

The Leadership Lab is structured around three core learning dimensions, combining tools, case studies, coaching and peer exchange. All content is tailored to the unique challenges facing nonprofit leaders working within Europe’s institutional and policy landscape.

1. Authentic Leadership for Impact
   Exploring values, leadership identity and sustainable ways of leading in volatile environments.
    
2. Empowering and Growing Teams in Complex Environments
   Building high-performing teams, working effectively with boards and maintaining cohesion with limited resources.
    
3. Leading Agile Transformation
   Developing adaptive strategies, scenario thinking and organisational resilience.

“Leaders here manage international boards, EU policy and diverse stakeholders with limited local resources,” added Lisa Kretschmann, Leadership Lab Director and ICF-certified leadership coach. “This programme gives them concrete strategies they can apply right away.”

Programme Structure

• Duration: January – March 2026
• Format: 6 sessions (2 in-person in Brussels + 4 online, 90 minutes each)
• Cohort: Maximum 12 participants
• Support: Personalised intake, individual executive coaching and optional leadership action plan
• Community: Peer network of nonprofit leaders facing similar challenges
   

Who Should Apply

The programme is designed for Brussels-based nonprofit leaders and association secretary generals who are:

• Leading strategic or organisational transformation
• Navigating complex EU policy and multi-stakeholder environments
• Managing teams through change with limited resources
• Seeking to strengthen strategic and operational excellence while maintaining values-based leadership

Applications and Information

• When: January – March 2026
• Where: Brussels + online
• Cohort size: Limited to 12 participants
• Investment: Multiple pricing tiers (Essentials / PRO / Premium)

About Novya

Novya is Brussels’ only consultancy dedicated exclusively to European and international nonprofit organisations. The company supports purpose-driven organisations through executive coaching, association governance, organisational development, member engagement, digital transformation and leadership capacity building. Novya has been recognised as a 2025 newcomer and association specialist by Best in Brussels.

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