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This Professional Development and Engagement series was built to create a bench of strong leaders for Marion's future. It's a tool designed for community and business members who want to strengthen their leadership skills and put them to use in the community.
The program consists 10 half-day sessions from September - May and will include leadership assessments, one-on-one meetings with local government officials, curriculum-based training, hands-on developmental experiences, networking and volunteering. Sessions cover everything from history and culture to economic and community development. |
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Applications
Interested in participating? Fill out the below application to be considered for our next kick off in August.
If you have questions about the program please email Jill Ackerman or call 319-377-6316.
If you have questions about the program please email Jill Ackerman or call 319-377-6316.
MLIA Captains
Marion Leadership in Action Captains help mentor and lead the participants throughout the program. Captains are participants of previous classes who share an interest in growing the program.
Current Captains:
Mackenzie Beals
Austin Edwards
Stephanie Nye
Cameron Lewis
Kyle Low
Tammy Yamilkoski
Marion Leadership in Action Captains help mentor and lead the participants throughout the program. Captains are participants of previous classes who share an interest in growing the program.
Current Captains:
Mackenzie Beals
Austin Edwards
Stephanie Nye
Cameron Lewis
Kyle Low
Tammy Yamilkoski
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Class of 2025-26
Jim Atty Sabrina Beyer Amanda Bieber Cassie Caldwell Chase Cooling Tom Fagan Mary Francik Curtis Grimm Jadyn Jeter Jim Kivell Matt Morris Matt Newhouse Ashley Osborn Kat Richter Stacey Schmitt |
Rinderknecht Hills Bank Dupaco Kepros Physical Therapy & Performance Farmers State Bank City of Marion Creative Planning Digital Boost Jeter Schrock and Associates Timberline Manufacturing City of Marion City of Marion Marion Public Library Skogman Wholistic Wellness |
Tara Widdel,
Sheets Forrest Draper Insurance
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MLIA provided a mix of in-classroom and field trip learning. The classroom content was taught by dynamic educators that were interactive and thought provoking. It was also enjoyable to spend time ‘in the field’ touring Marion facilities and businesses. MLIA provided me with a wholistic view of the community in respect to how the various parts work together to achieve more. It has deepened my appreciation for the pride and legacy of Marion. A favorite part of my MLIA experience was the connections made with classmates and community leaders that I value most. I’m grateful for my time with MLIA and would highly recommend this program to anyone that wants to take their leadership and love of Marion to the next level. |
This program is sponsored in part by Small Business Champions
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