Mumbai: The University of Virginia Darden School of Business has partnered with XED to launch the Darden CEO Leadership Program.
This transformative executive education initiative is designed to equip senior leaders and aspiring CEOs with the skills, perspectives, and networks required to lead in today’s volatile and rapidly evolving business landscape.
The Darden CEO Leadership Program will combine Darden’s world-renowned faculty expertise in strategy, governance, innovation, and leadership with XED’s proven ability to deliver executive education across geographies.
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Darden CEO Leadership Program: Tailored for C-suite Executives and Senior Professionals
The program is specifically tailored for C-suite executives and senior professionals preparing for CEO-level responsibilities, offering an immersive learning journey that blends academic excellence with real-world application.
John Kallelil, Founder & CEO of XED, commented, “The Darden CEO Leadership Program reflects our shared commitment to building resilient, future-ready leaders. By combining Darden’s intellectual rigour with XED’s global reach, we are creating a platform where executives can sharpen their vision, strengthen execution capabilities, and lead with impact.”
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Devin Bigoness, Chief Client Officer at Darden School of Business, added, “We are proud to partner with XED to launch the CEO Leadership Program globally. This initiative aligns with Darden’s mission to shape responsible leaders through transformational learning, preparing executives to accelerate their impact in a rapidly changing world.”
With participants expected from North America, the Middle East, South Asia, and other regions, the Darden CEO Leadership Program offers a unique combination of academic depth and peer-to-peer learning at the highest level. Its focus on boardroom leadership, innovation, and strategic execution positions it as a benchmark in global executive education.
