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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
Applications for the 2024-25 Marion Leadership In Action program are now closed. Classes begin August 16, 2024. If you are interested in applying for next year, fill out the application below.
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:
Tiffany Hermsen
Tara Widdel
Amanda Zhorne
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:
Tiffany Hermsen
Tara Widdel
Amanda Zhorne
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Class of 2022-23
Kris Berry Lori Bowman Mackenzie Carpe Austin Edwards Pablo Estrada Stephanie Gobeli Kallie Herink Tony Ireland Ben Kromminga Harrison March Lexi Matthews Lucas Sperfslage Kat Walsh Leah Walter |
Coldwell Banker Hedges Realty Emerson Farmers State Bank Sheets Forrest Draper Insurance Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust Elevated Financials LLC Farmers State Bank City of Cedar Rapids Hills Bank Heritage Area Agency on Aging Uptown Coffee Company City of Marion Marion Independent School District Dupaco Credit Union |
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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