Astra Leadership Academy
Empowering Leaders at Every Level
E-Learning. Networking. Partnerships.
Virtual & In-Person Training.
From aspiring managers taking their first steps to seasoned executives ready to sharpen their edge, the Leadership Academy is where we forge the next generation of leaders in the mechanical trades.
Ready to Grow as a Leader?
• Explore courses in our Learning Management System
• Talk to your supervisor about opportunities
• Sign up for a live training
• Ask about coaching
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How Astra Builds Leaders
Early to Mid-Career Training
For early-career professionals, new managers and anyone ready to build core skills, the Astra Leadership Academy provides a clear path forward for industry leaders in HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Building Automation and more.
Manager’s Essentials (e-Learning)
Self-paced modules in Astra’s Learning Management System: Astra fundamentals (One-Page Plan, Interviewing, Scorecards) and leadership basics like team management, public speaking and conflict resolution.
Expert Summits
Connect with peers across the Astra network through events like:
- Presidents Roundtable
- Finance Leaders Summit
- Safety Leaders Summit
- Technicians Summit
- Operators Summit
Career & Leadership Coaching
Personalized one-on-one coaching rooted in Astra’s COACH and COMMIT core values.
- 8 sessions per participant
- Supports personal growth and leadership development
- Goal-driven, confidential and cohort-based
People Manager Bootcamps
A year-long virtual course for high-potential managers, split into two tracks:
- People Management Skills
- Coaching Skills for Managers
Includes 10 two-hour sessions focused on building confidence, communication and coaching capabilities.
Next-Level Training
For experienced managers and senior leaders, the
Leadership Academy offers high-impact development opportunities that prepare participants to lead
at scale and shape Astra’s future.
Leadership Development Program
A nomination-only cohort experience combining in-person workshops and virtual sessions.
- Refines executive presence and strategic thinking
- Builds cross-functional collaboration and influence
- Designed to elevate performance at the organizational level
Executive Leadership Coaching
Confidential, one-on-one coaching for senior leaders focused on personal growth, strategic leadership and navigating complexity.
Ascend: Operational Leadership Development Program (Coming 2026)
An invitation-only program designed to develop Astra’s next generation of operational executives.
Questions About the Academy?
Reach out to us via email at AstraU@AstraServicePartners.com
“When we invest in our people, we invest in our future. The Leadership Academy is how we turn potential into progress — across every company, every role and every step of the journey.”
— Jason Bisping
Director of Learning & Development
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