Applied Leadership Pathways
Applied Leadership Pathways is a way to set up our communities to create leaders starting at a young age, and continue to give leadership opportunities to those who are seeking career growth or change. We foster a community of leaders at all levels. Our leadership project will strengthen the skills of the people in the community in order to create strong businesses, strong workforces, and strong communities.
Applications Open May 1st – May 17th
What is Applied Leadership Pathways (ALPS)?
ALPS is a 10 month leadership course, with sessions once per month. The sessions will be open to the public, but if chosen as one of the core members of the cohort, you will be expected to attend all sessions. The cohort will hold 25 people.
What will it entail? Learning sessions each month, along with hands on activities and access to soft skills software, Jakapa along with the Emotional Leadership Index and Strengths Finder. You will also have a group project to work on with a local nonprofit, to boost problem solving and teamwork skills. There will be a midterm presentation, and a final presentation. We’ll also have two books as part of the course that will help you along the way, Startup boards : a field guide to building and leading an effective board of directors and another book TBD.
Who are we looking for? We are looking for people of all backgrounds, ages, and experience.
- Older High School students (Juniors & Seniors in 2024 – 2025 school year)
- College aged or new graduates
- Those in career transition
- Those with resume gaps
- Those looking for the next step in their career
- Those starting out in their career or their small business
- Those looking for an encore career or encore entrepreneurship
- Those wanting to be leaders in their community
We’re looking to accept people into four different pathways. Entrepreneurship, Community Leaders, Corporate Leaders, and Nonprofit Leaders
Schedule for the Program
| Monday, June 24, 2024 5PM – 8PM | Orientation, Kickoff, & Servant Leadership | Kirkwood Public Library Meeting Room |
| Monday, July 15, 2024 4PM – 8PM | Present with Strengths & Energy Leadership Index | Kirkwood Public Library Meeting Room |
| Monday, August 19, 2024 5:30PM – 8:30PM | Strengths Finder: Team Dynamics & Strengths Finder | Kirkwood Public Library Meeting Room |
| Monday, September 16, 2024 5:30PM – 8:30PM | Linking Leaders (Nonprofit Day): Meet and network with Nonprofits in the area, hear about their needs. Team Project Assignments | Kirkwood Public Library Meeting Room |
| Monday, October 21, 2024 5:30PM – 8:30PM | Communicate with Intention: Clear Communication & Public Speaking | Kirkwood Public Library Meeting Room |
| Monday, November 18, 2024 5:30PM – 8:30PM | Leading Change: Adaptability & Public Speaking | Kirkwood Public Library Meeting Room |
| Monday, December 16, 2024 5:30PM – 8:30PM | Your Reputation: Building Reputation & Mentors Matter | Kirkwood Public Library Meeting Room |
| Saturday, December 21, 2024 9AM – 12PM | Mid-Term Team Presentations & Debrief | Kirkwood Public Library Meeting Room |
| Tuesday, January 21, 2025 5:30PM – 8:30PM | Coaching Through Conversation: Courageous Conversations & Coaching Clinic | Kirkwood Public Library Meeting Room |
| Tuesday, February 18, 2025 5:30PM – 8:30PM | Sectored Leadership / Network: A panel of leaders from different sectors (arts, education, etc) will talk about their experiences and offer networking session after | Kirkwood Public Library Meeting Room |
| Tuesday, March 18, 2025 5:30PM – 8:30PM | Executive Leadership Panel: Executive Panel Discussion & Networking event | Kirkwood Public Library Meeting Room |
| Tuesday, April 15, 2025 5:30PM – 8:30PM | Leadership Pathways: Your pathways, and board network fair | Location TBD |
| Saturday, April 19, 2025 1:30PM – 4:30PM | Final Team Presentations | Location TBD |
| Friday, April 25, 2025 5:30PM – 8:30PM | Graduation Reception & Recognition | Location TBD |
Nonprofit Partners Needed!
Have a problem that needs solving? Let our leaders help you!
As part of the 10 month course for leadership, our leaders will be placed into five groups to solve problems for five different nonprofits. We are looking for nonprofits who would love to let our leaders work on a project for them. The project would be due in April, 2025 and the final presentations would be April 19, 2025.
Who are we looking for?
- Nonprofits with a problem to solve
- Nonprofits who are flexible and quick to respond
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