Leadership Growth Conference
Konferenca për Zhvillimin e Lidershipit
Education & Transformational Leadership
Edukimi dhe Lidershipi Transformues
27-29 March 2026 | Tirana, Albania
Leadership Growth Conference
A transformative gathering dedicated to leadership growth and lasting impact. Join us as we explore proven leadership models designed to empower your service in education.
Christiane Theiss, PhD
Divisional Head HR Management, School Department, City of Zurich
Adjunct Professor of Leadership, Andrews University, USA
Christian Salcianu
Program Director, HIM Research Institute
Doctoral student, Leadership (DLead), Andrews University, USA
Organisers
Gentian Thomollari, Sanda Thomollari & Natiéli Schäffer
Tirana Marriott Hotel
Sheshi Italia
Tiranë
Tirana Adventist Church
Pallati Ambasador
Rruga Dervish Hima
Tiranë
Saturday morning
Leading Up: The Stages of Continuous Growth
Registration
Local Hosts
10:00 - 10:30
Welcome & Vision
Gentian Thomollari
10:30 - 11:00
Seminar (I)
Christian Salcianu
11:00 - 11:45
Break
15 mins.
11:45 - 12:00
Workshop (I)
Christiane Theiss
12:00 - 12:45
Interactive Session
Christiane Theiss
12:45 - 13:00
Keynote & Wrap up
Christian Salcianu
13:00 - 13:30
Break for Lunch
Lunch and Venue Transition
We will transition to our afternoon venue for a hosted lunch. This is a perfect opportunity to discuss the morning’s highlights and connect with colleagues in a relaxed setting.
The new location will serve as our hub for the remainder of the day, allowing us to settle in comfortably for the upcoming afternoon program.
Address: Tirana Adventist Church
Pallati Ambasador, Rruga Dervish Hima,
Tiranë 1001, Albania
Saturday afternoon
Fail Forward: Leading When Things Go Wrong
Welcome & Afternoon Plan
Gentian Thomollari
15:30 - 15:45
Seminar (II)
Christiane Theiss
15:45 - 16:30
Interactive Session (Groups)
Christiane Theiss
16:30 - 16:45
Break
15 mins.
16:45 - 17:00
Workshop (II)
Christian Salcianu
17:00 - 17:45
Panel / Q&A
HIM Research
17:45 - 18:15
Conclusions & Preview for Sunday
Gentian Thomollari
18:15 - 18:30
Dinner
Provided at the same location
To conclude our Saturday program, we'll have the dinner together, at the same location.
This is a chance to unwind after a productive day, celebrate our shared insights, and strengthen the connections made throughout the seminar.
Sunday morning
Plant Deep: Investing For Generational Impact
Morning Plan & Resources
Gentian Thomollari
10:30 - 11:00
Seminar (III)
Christian Salcianu
11:00 - 11:45
Break
15 mins.
11:45 - 12:00
Workshop (III)
Christiane Theiss
12:00 - 12:45
Interactive Session
HIM Research
12:45 - 13:00
Conclusions & Commission
Gentian Thomollari
13:00 - 13:30
Lunch
Provided at the same location
A final opportunity to network and discuss the conference's highlights and make plans for future events.