June 23-25, 2027
Lake Como, Italy
Admired Leadership Institute®
The Event
Discover the Admired Leadership Institute®, a meticulously designed three-day experience in Italy, for senior leaders. Castello di Casiglio — a 15th-century castle set in the hills above Lake Como — offers one of Europe’s most quietly distinguished settings as a backdrop for an unforgettable leadership experience: rigorous learning, meaningful peer dialogue, and rich cultural experiences — all designed to equip leaders to raise their standard of performance.
Who Should Attend
The Admired Leadership Institute® Lake Como is a bespoke experience for senior leaders across
industries, functions, and geographies who are committed to raising their own standard of
leadership. The cohort is limited to 15 participants by design, so that every conversation
matters. Ideally suited for leaders whose decisions carry real consequences — and who bring
genuine curiosity to honest, peer-level exchange.
Core Sessions & Faculty
The core sessions consist of 30 distinct learning modules interwoven with group activities designed to encourage reflection and dialogue. A sampling of modules includes:.
- Habits of High Performers
- Developing a High-Performance Team
- Why Should Anyone Follow You?®
- Leadership Style Under Pressure
- Delivering Feedback That Lands
- Building Relationships That Produce Results
- Making Great Decisions Every Day
- Creating the Conditions of Accountability
- Making the Time to Lead
SUZANNE PETERSON, PH.D. Dr. Peterson advises senior leaders across Fortune 500 companies, hedge funds, investment banks, law firms, and private equity funds. She specializes in leadership style, relationship management, and communication as building blocks of influence and effectiveness. Clients include Bank of America / Merrill Lynch, Charles Schwab, Dell Technologies, BorgWarner, Elliott Management, Nomura, Morgan Stanley, Four Seasons, Waters Corporation, and Walmart. She leads the firm’s Style Code practice and holds a PhD in Organizational Behavior from the University of Nebraska. She serves on the faculty of the Thunderbird School of Global Management at ASU and has published in the Harvard Business Review.
EMMA MUFRAGGI. Emma Mufraggi coaches and advises C-suite leaders, senior executives, and teams at Fortune 500 companies and high-growth startups. Championing a pragmatic approach inspired by elite sports, she develops winning routines and leadership behaviors that work. Clients include AllianceBernstein, Caesars, Davidson Kempner, Dell Technologies, Morgan Stanley, Ralph Lauren, Tory Burch, and YPO. Emma previously led international teams at L’Oréal and worked with the coach to 11 world #1 ATP/WTA tennis players. She holds a master’s from ESCP Business School, is ACC-accredited with the ICF, and is a YPO-certified facilitator and guest lecturer at HEC Paris.
Luxury Accommodations & Recreation
Luxury Accommodations
Castello di Casiglio sits above Lake Como in Northern Italy, a setting that is accessible yet apart — just 45km from Milan Linate and 55 km from Milan Malpensa. With its pioneering approach to high-level hospitality and world-class surroundings, the Castello provides the ideal conditions
for the kind of reflection that reshapes how you lead.
In addition to the working sessions around high-performance leadership, the program draws on the singular character of Castello di Casiglio — a 15th-century castle thoughtfully restored into a Relais & Spa in the hills of Erba. Stone walls, centuries-old trees, and elegant gardens form the backdrop for peer dialogue, personal reflection, and shared discovery.
Hotel Castello di Casiglio
via Cantù 21 – 22036 Erba (CO)
Recreational Activities
The program draws on the full character of Northern Italy. An evening hands-on culinary experience. A walk along Como’s waterfront. A sunset cruise on the lake. A leadership experience at Monza. A Gala Dinner within the castle’s gardens. Every element is designed to foster the authentic connections that make this experience unlike any other.
Travel Arrangements
Participants arrange travel to and from Erba, Italy (recommendations provided upon request); all on-site transportation is provided upon hotel arrival.
Reserve Your Spot
Register below to receive more information and secure your spot.
We encourage you to secure your place early. The investment is €8,000 (€7,150 for current Admired Leadership Playbook subscribers) and includes all on-site accommodations, activities, meals, materials, and an annual Admired Leadership Playbook subscription.