2024-2025 Executives / Flagship (Fellows/Advocates) Application
Leadership Lincoln develops strong leaders for a stronger Lincoln. We engage and connect individuals from diverse backgrounds by equipping them with impactful opportunities to deepen their awareness, knowledge, and skills related to leadership to better serve our community. It’s about more than just networking – it’s about creating real, meaningful change.
WHY YOU?
- You serve in a leadership role at your place of work, within a volunteer organization or are a community volunteer of influence within the community.
- You have demonstrated a strong interest in and commitment to improving the community.
- You have a strong desire to grow personally and affect change.
- You are willing to invest the time and energy necessary to complete the program.
WHY LEADERSHIP LINCOLN?
- We create a space for people to meet others who are just as dedicated to growing as leaders, honing their abilities to not just lead, but lead with insight, empathy, and effectiveness.
- We create opportunities to share different views and experiences to help make our community more inclusive, accessible, and equitable for all.
- We cultivate a community of changemakers committed to the well-being and prosperity of Lincoln.
Intended Program Outcomes
Community Insight: Dive deep into the heart of our community by exploring its history, understanding pivotal challenges, and recognizing its strengths today. Reflect on what this means for the path ahead and how you can play a part in shaping its future.
Networking and Connections: Open doors to meaningful connections by bringing together a diverse range of leaders. Foster lasting relationships that benefit both personal growth and professional development. Engage directly with Lincoln’s local leaders, policymakers, and change agents.
Engaged Citizenship: Cultivate a mindset and skill set geared towards active, informed participation in civic life. Encourage attitudes and actions that lead to ongoing engagement and a lasting impact on our community.
WHICH PROGRAM IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
Flagship (Fellows/Advocates)
The Flagship Program (Fellows and Advocates) brings together a set of diverse community leaders who are seeking to increase their contribution to Lincoln’s growth and resilience. Throughout the program these participants expand their leadership horizon & gain awareness and skills that transcend the boundaries of their current role. Application is due April 1, 2024. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns please email Zoë Lewis-Monkman, Program Manager, at zlewis@leadershiplincoln.org.
2024-2025 IMPORTANT DATES & REQUIREMENTS
Attendance Policy: You are allowed a total of 16 hours of absence during the program year. If you arrive more than 30 minutes late or leave early on any of the session days, you will be assessed a half-day absence (4 hours). If you miss any days in their entirety, you will be assessed a one-day absence (8 hours). Socials are optional.
Prework: Attend at least 2 of the pre-seminar site visits
Other: You will have the opportunity to join affinity groups for additional debriefs and content.
Cohort A
Program Days run 8:30-5:00
Orientation – August 12th or 13th
Opening Social – August 14th
Overnight Retreat – August 26th & 27th
Community Visions – September 12th
Business – October 10th
Fall Social – October 23rd
Government Day – November 21st
Mid-year Retreat – December 7th (half day)
Human Services – December 12th
Education – January 16th
Volunteer Week – January 18th to Jan 24th
Winter Mixer – February 4th
Health – February 13th
Arts & Culture – March 13th
Cohorts Pick – April 10th
Public Safety – May 8th
Wrap Up – May 15th
Graduation/Celebration of Leadership – June 12thOpening Retreat: Participants are required to attend the opening overnight retreat. You will not be eligible to participate in the class if you cannot attend the retreat.
Cohort B
Program Days run 8:30-5:00
Orientation – August 12th or 13th
Opening Social – August 14th
Overnight Retreat – August 26th & 27th
Community Visions – September 19th
Fall Social – October 23rd
Business – October 24th
Government – November 21st
Mid-year Retreat – December 7th (half day)
Human Services – December 12th
Volunteer Week – January 18th to January 24th
Education – January 23rd
Winter Mixer – February 4th
Health – February 13th
Arts & Culture – March 20th
Cohort Pick – April 10th
Public Safety – May 8th
Wrap Up – May 16th
Graduation/Celebration of Leadership – June 12thOpening Retreat: Participants are required to attend the opening overnight retreat. You will not be eligible to participate in the class if you cannot attend the retreat.
Note: Cohort A & Cohort B will go through very similar programming. Please indicate on your application if you need to be in one cohort over the other.Cost: $3,750
Understanding the importance of accessibility and inclusion, scholarships are generously provided by members of the community. These scholarships are aimed at ensuring that financial barriers do not hinder passionate and deserving individuals from participating in this transformative program.
Executives
The Executive Program is designed for C-Suite Executives new to Lincoln or new to their role. Click here to start the application. Application is due April 1, 2024. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns please email Zoë Lewis-Monkman, Program Manager, at zlewis@leadershiplincoln.org.
2024-2025 IMPORTANT DATES & REQUIREMENTS
Attendance Policy: You are allowed a total of 16 hours of absence during the program year. If you arrive more than 30 minutes late or leave early on any of the session days, you will be assessed a half-day absence (4 hours). If you miss any days in their entirety, you will be assessed a one-day absence (8 hours). Socials are optional.
Prework: Attend at least 2 of the pre-seminar site visits
Program Days run 8:30-1:30
Orientation & Opening Social – August 22nd
Community Visions – September 5th
Business – October 3rd
Fall Social – October 23rd
Government – November 21st
Mid-year retreat – December 7th (half day)
Human Services – December 12th
Education – January 9th
Volunteer Week – January 18th to 24th
Winter Mixer – February 4th
Health – February 13th
Arts & Culture – March 6th
Cohort Pick – April 10th
Public Safety – May 8th
Wrap Up – May 14th
Graduation/Celebration of Leadership – June 12thCost: $4,750 (includes spouse/partner participation)