Using both the logical and the creative side of the brain, participants enrolled in the Innovation Institute will learn to solve problems and think in new, creative ways. And why is this important? Because the ability to think creatively has been identified as the most important characteristic of a successful leader. Keep reading to hear from our guest blogger, Barbara Spradling, Director of the Innovation Institute.

Learn more about the Innovation Institute and how to "Institute a Transformation" Wednesday, July 13. RSVP required.

Andi Stevenson, President at Community School of the Arts writes about her recent experience with the Innovation Institute.

The Innovation Institute, McColl Center for Visual Art's artist-lead leadership development course, works with a wide range of organizations in order to spark new ways of thinking and tackling issues. Last week, Community Culinary School of Charlotte participated in a custom program "hot out of the oven."