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Welcome to the NextUp P&L Accelerator Program! Over the six months of this program, you’ll participate in strategically designed virtual sessions that include immersive financial simulations, targeted leadership skills, and personalized executive coaching. P&L Accelerator will help you amplify your confidence, resilience, authentic leadership skills, and gain practical tools you can apply immediately in your role and career.

Table of Contents

  1. Program Outcomes
  2. Full Program Agenda and Program Access
  3. Meeting Access
  4. Coaching Experience
  5. In-Person Agenda
  6. Questions?

Program Outcomes

  • Build a deeper understanding of business strategy and financial decision making
  • Gain greater visibility and influence within organization
  • Improve readiness to lead operational teams and manage P&Ls
  • Develop stronger networks of support and sponsorship
  • Amplify confidence, resilience, and authentic leadership

What to Expect

The P&L Accelerator program is a hybrid experience that includes both virtual and in-person components. Attendance is required for all core program sessions, including the in-person learning event.

Participants should plan an estimated 10-15 hours per month of virtual engagement, plus plan to attend the in-person Capstone in December.

Access to Virtual Learning Platform

July 1, 2026
Participants will receive access to NovoEd, the program’s virtual learning platform.

Look for an invitation email from: Noreply-pl_accelerator_program_2026@novoed.com on July 1, 2026.

The program has virtual sessions and an in-person component. Participants are encouraged to attend all scheduled sessions to get the most out of the program.


Full Program Agenda

Program AgendaDateTime
Coaching Onboarding and 360 Assessments SentWednesday, July 1, 2026
Access to NovoEdWednesday, July 1, 2026
Kickoff/Orientation Leader LabThursday, July 9, 20269:00 AM – 3:00 PM ET
1 hour session with Coach*Week of July 13, 2026Participants to schedule
Participant TrainingTuesday, July 14, 202611:00 AM – 1:00 PM ET
Sponsor TrainingThursday, July 16, 202611:00 AM – 1:00 PM ET
Business Leadership SimulationTuesday, July 21, 20269:00 AM – 3:00 PM ET
1:1 with your Sponsor* and 1 hour session with Coach*Week of July 27, 2026 Participants to schedule
Business Leadership SimulationTuesday, August 4, 20269:00 AM – 3:00 PM ET
1 hour session with Coach*Week of August 10, 2026Participants to schedule
MBA SkillsWednesday, August 12, 202611:00 am–1:00 pm ET
Business Acumen Simulation TeamsTuesday, August 18, 20269:00 AM – 3:00 PM ET
1 hour session with Coach*Week of August 24, 2026Participants to schedule
Business Acumen Simulation TeamsTuesday, September 8, 20269:00 AM – 3:00 PM ET
1:1 with your Sponsor* and 1 hour session with Coach*Week of September 14, 2026Participants to schedule
Business Acumen Team PresentationsTuesday, September 22, 20269:00 AM – 12:00 PM ET
Masterclass: Visibility & Executive PresenceWednesday, September 23, 202611:30 AM – 1:00 PM ET
1 hour session with Coach*Week of September 29, 2026Participants to schedule
Business Acumen Wrap & Action PlanningTuesday, October 6, 20269:00 AM – 2:00 PM ET
Masterclass: Courage & ResilienceWednesday, October 7, 202611:30 AM – 1:00 PM ET
1 hour session with Coach*Week of October 12, 2026Participants to schedule
Masterclass: Confidence & AssertivenessWednesday, October 21, 202611:30 AM – 1:00 PM ET
1 hour session with Coach*Week of October 26, 2026Participants to schedule
Masterclass: Emotional IntelligenceWednesday, November 4, 202611:30 AM – 1:00 PM ET
1:1 with your Sponsor* and 1 hour session with Coach*Week of November 9, 2026Participants to schedule
1 hour session with Coach*Week of November 16, 2026Participants to schedule
1:1 with your Sponsor and 1 hour session with Coach*Week of November 30, 2026Participants to schedule
Capstone (In-Person)Wednesday, December 9, 20268:30 AM – 4:00 PM ET
1:1 with your Sponsor and 1 hour session with Coach*Week of December 14, 2026Participants to schedule

 

*Participants are responsible for scheduling their individual Sponsor meetings and Coaching sessions. The weeks listed are suggested timeframes for meeting with your Sponsor and/or Coach. 

  • Sponsor Meetings: We recommend a total of four (4) one-hour meetings with your Sponsor over the course of the program. 
  • Coaching Sessions: Participants are eligible for two (2) one-hour coaching sessions and unlimited 30‑minute Coaching Flash sessions each month of the program. 

Virtual Session Details and Calendar Holds

We understand that calendars tend to fill up quickly, and planning is vital. Please take a moment to click on the link provided below to download the .ics file for all virtual program events and add them to your calendar. See program agenda above for virtual program dates and times. 

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Coaching Experience and Assessments

You’ll receive your coach onboarding information on July 1, 2026, directly from AceUp portal. Check Inbox for an Email Invitation from no-reply@aceup.com to create AceUp account and complete an Intake Survey by July 9, 2026.

In-Person Capstone

  • Date: December 9, 2026
    • Program Open: 8:30 AM ET
    • Program Close: 4:00 PM ET

Agenda

Agenda and hotel recommendations will be provided closer to the event.


Dress Code

We suggest business dress for the in-person Capstone. Given New York’s typically colder temperatures in December, we also recommend dressing appropriately to accommodate potential changes in weather or temperature.


Meals

Breakfast, lunch, and snacks will be providedParticipants are responsible for all other meals. 


Questions?

If you have any questions or need support at any point during the program, please contact us at: learning@nextupisnow.org

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