Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

  • Kahilla is a unique, effective leadership program that helps companies retain and upskill mid-level professionals through a curated curriculum, peer practice, and mentorship groups.

  • Our digital platform develops early to mid-career professionals into leaders through a combination of bite-sized curated learning and practical mentorship groups. Each month, community members have access to:

    Monthly Interactive Community Coaching: Achieving leadership-readiness & strengthening Power Skills

    Monthly Fireside Conversation: Insider insights from executives sharing about their successful career paths

    Monthly Peer Mentorship Groups: Discuss and practice skills in a psychologically safe setting

    Monthly 1:1 Networking: Make meaningful connections

    Learn & Connect: Ongoing engagement opportunities on the Kahilla platform

    Monthly Micro Courses and Weekly Career Boosts: Action-oriented, bite-sized curated learning

    Fully Digital Experience: All programming is available live & on-demand via a mobile responsive website and an app.

  • Kahilla is designed for individuals and organizations that want to:

    INDIVIDUALS:

    Advance their careers: Kahilla can help individuals develop the skills and knowledge they need to advance their careers and reach their full potential.

    Build a strong network of peers: Kahilla connects individuals with a community of like-minded professionals who can provide them with support and encouragement.

    ORGANIZATIONS:

    Retain and engage their top talent: Kahilla can help organizations retain and engage their top talent by providing them with the opportunity to develop their leadership skills.

    Develop a pipeline of future leaders: Kahilla can help organizations develop a pipeline of future leaders by identifying and nurturing high-potential talent.

    Create a more inclusive and equitable workplace: Kahilla can help organizations create a more inclusive and equitable workplace by providing access to leadership development opportunities for all employees.

    Here are some specific examples of who could benefit from using Kahilla:

    An aspiring manager who wants to develop the skills they need to lead a team

    A mid-career professional who is looking to take their career to the next level

    A mid-career professional in the corporate world who wants to connect with other ambitious professionals and advance their career

    A company that wants to develop a more diverse and inclusive leadership team

    A non-profit organization that wants to build the capacity of its staff

    If you are an individual or organization that is looking for a way to develop leadership skills, Kahilla is a great option and we’d love to talk!

  • There are many benefits to partnering with Kahilla. Here are some of the most notable:

    For Individuals:

    1. Increased self-awareness and understanding of leadership styles

    2. Enhanced leadership skills and competencies

    3. Expanded professional network and connections

    4. Improved career advancement opportunities

    5. Greater confidence and self-efficacy in leadership roles

    For Organizations:

    1. Improved employee engagement and retention

    2. Developed leadership pipeline for future succession

    3. Stronger organizational culture and values

    4. Enhanced competitive advantage in the market

    5. Increased diversity and inclusion in leadership roles

    In addition to these general benefits, Kahilla also offers several specific benefits that are tailored to the needs of individual users and organizations. For example, Kahilla provides individuals with access to:

    1. Monthly interactive group coaching

    2. Fireside conversations with experienced executives

    3. Small discussion groups for peer-to-peer learning and support

    4. A fully digital experience with on-demand content and bite-sized formats

    Organizations that use Kahilla can also benefit from several features, such as:

    1. A company-specific space for building relationships and sharing resources

    2. Customizable pathways to align with organizational goals

    3. Data and insights to track the progress of individual and organizational development

    Overall, Kahilla is a powerful tool that can help individuals and organizations achieve their leadership development goals. The platform is designed to be accessible and engaging, and it offers a variety of benefits that can make a real difference in the lives of members.

  • Kahilla offers a variety of pricing plans to suit the needs of individual and organizational users. Here is a summary of the current pricing structure:

    Individual Membership

    This membership includes access to all of Kahilla's core features, such as:

    1. Monthly interactive group executive coaching

    2. Fireside conversations with experienced executives

    3. Small discussion groups for peer-to-peer learning and support

    4. A fully digital experience with on-demand content and bite-sized formats

    Organizational Membership

    Organizational membership pricing is based on the size of the organization and the number of employees who will be using the platform. Kahilla offers custom pricing for organizations with more than 100 employees.

    In addition to the core features included in individual membership, organizational members also have access to:

    1. A company-specific space for building relationships and sharing resources

    2. Customizable content and programming to align with organizational goals

    3. Data and insights to track the progress of individual and organizational development

    Kahilla also offers several discounts for non-profit organizations and educational institutions.

    If you want to learn more about Kahilla's pricing, please contact the sales team for a quote.

  • Kahilla does not offer free trials but has a variety of pricing plans to suit the needs of individuals and organizations. You can find more information about Kahilla's pricing by speaking to a member of the sales team.

  • Kahilla is an award-winning leadership development platform that provides the following offerings every month:

    1. Curated peer mentoring group sessions

    2. 1:1 networking

    3. Study Halls discuss and practice key skills

    4. Executive Conversations with diverse leaders (live and on-demand)

    5. Micro-courses catered to seniority level with badges upon completion

    6. Career boosts including short articles, polls, and resource guides

  • In order to facilitate a psychologically safe environment for our members to learn and grow, Kahilla does not have integrations with other systems. We do work with clients to determine optimal methods for members to capture their Kahilla work into internal systems.

  • We provide monthly, quarterly, and annual reports that include utilization, and engagement metrics as well as top content, coursework, and events that members are leaning into. Our quarterly and annual reports also include member survey results, feedback, and actions that Kahilla will take to continuously improve our offerings.

  • Kahilla focuses on developing early to mid-career professionals into leaders through a combination of practical learning and curated mentorship groups. Our mission is to bridge the "Power Skill gap," driving engagement, productivity, and leadership readiness for participants.

    Here are the key aspects of Kahilla's approach:

    1. Focus on Power Skills:

    We believe that "Power Skills" like communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration are essential for effective leadership.

    Our programs are designed to develop these skills through a combination of individual and group work, interactive workshops and simulations, as well as micro-learning projects.

    2. Curated Mentorship Groups:

    Kahilla pairs participants with peer mentors who can provide guidance and support.

    Mentors are carefully matched via an AI-based algorithm with participants based on their experience, skills, and goals.

    Mentorship groups provide a safe and supportive environment for practice and discussion.

    3. Practical Learning:

    Kahilla emphasizes learning through doing.

    Participants apply what they learn in practice sessions with their peer mentorship.

    This allows them to gain valuable experience and develop their skills in a practical setting.

    4. Continuous Learning:

    Kahilla believes that leadership development is an ongoing process.

    We offer a variety of resources and programs to help participants continue to learn and grow throughout their careers.

  • Kahilla surveys members quarterly and annually to measure the impact of our program on their development. These questions help us understand employee engagement, skill development, productivity, and movement (promotions and salary increases). We also meet with our executive sponsors monthly and survey them on an annual basis to ensure we are meeting expectations and understand how we can best support the organization.

  • 10% of all enterprise memberships are gifted by Kahilla to charities helping women rise. This enables charitable organizations to provide learning and development opportunities to their rising stars. We currently have members from Teach for America, Girls Inc, Points of Light, and Invest Girls.

  • Our members are in leadership and management roles from a variety of industries, including sales, technology, operations, finance, marketing, legal, and compliance.

Implementation Questions

  • Kahilla can be implemented very quickly. We meet with clients to determine onboarding needs and tailor our approach to ensure the optimal experience for members. We have had clients successfully onboard in less than one week.

  • During onboarding, we host kickoff sessions for members to learn about the Kahilla program, how it will benefit them, and how to make the most out of our platform. We also host quarterly sessions for anyone to join and learn about new enhancements and ask any questions. Lastly, we have chat functionality for members to reach us and ask questions.

  • The Kahilla platform has a tremendous amount of content covering a wide range of topics. We can collaborate with organizations to tailor member journeys based on their unique needs. Additionally, Kahilla is attuned to global events and is highly responsive to emerging needs and areas that require attention.

  • Engagement and dedication are critical. Members who put the time into Kahilla see incredible results and are dedicated advocates. We have members who have been with us for years and are as active today as they were in the beginning.

  • We have monthly themes and curate our events, micro-courses, and peer-matching to enhance learning. If members are looking for additional content, they can search by keywords, watch previous events on-demand, and visit our course library. The Kahilla team is always available to assist a member in finding their journey.

  • On average, participation is four hours/month, at a self-guided pace.

  • This is a turn-key solution. Onboarding will include two steps: identifying members for participation, and co-hosting an onboarding call. From there, Kahilla will manage all communications however we do recommend you identify a project manager and participant to act as a member champion

Support Questions

  • We have a “Start Here” and “Get Help + FAQs” section on the platform that may answer many questions. Members can also contact us at any time through the platform chat functionality.

  • We are available through the platform chat function or can be emailed at info@kahilla.com.

  • Opt-In

    1. Having members choose to opt-in rather than being selected can lead to greater interest and engagement

    2. Host informative sessions and provide the option to activate membership

    3. Encourage participation by team or business unit to foster group learning

    4. The larger the cohort, the more engagement

    5. Target recommendation is 120% of licenses

    Onboard

    1. Sponsor/Team schedules kickoff calendar events and reminders

    2. Host a kickoff session with an executive sponsor for a smooth start

    3. Provide a clear and concise demonstration of how to utilize the platform to its full potential

    4. Establish minimum requirements to maintain membership

    5. Activate memberships during kickoff sessions

    Engage

    1. Member Champion: Share important content/events and encourage the sharing of knowledge

    2. Session Parties: Promote team participation and discussion by hosting Kahilla Watch Parties

    3. Closed Company Groups: Top company content posted monthly, Content to address specific needs, and On-site or virtual events

  • During the onboarding phase, we will work with your team to determine what metrics align with your career development goals. We will then evaluate content engagement.