Marion Chamber of Commerce
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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 2023-24 Marion Leadership In Action program are open. Classes begin September 15, 2023.
If you have questions about the program please email Jill Ackerman or call 319-377-6316.
Application and program details
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:
Julie Albert                     Destiny Hastings
Tiffany Hermsen            Kyle Low
Richard Luth                  Tara Widdel
Amanda Zhorne

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
View our Alumni list

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Tara Widdel, Sheets Forrest Draper Insurance
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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Marion Chamber of Commerce
1070 7th Avenue | Marion, IA 52302
Tel 319-377-6316 
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  • About
    • Board of Directors
    • Our Team
    • Community Initiatives
    • Our Partners
    • Community Impact Award >
      • Community Impact Award Nominations
    • Marion Chamber Foundation
  • Events
    • Chamber Event Calendar
    • Community Calendar
    • Chamber Golf Outing
    • Annual Meeting
    • Oktoberfest
    • Uptown Marion Markets >
      • Vendor Information
    • Uptown Getdown
    • Chocolate Walk
    • Christmas In The Park
    • Submit an Event
  • News
    • Member News
  • Directory
  • Resources
    • Business Support >
      • Small Business Revolving Loan Fund
      • Business Networking
      • Ambassadors
      • Shop Where I Live
    • Professional Development >
      • Leadership in Action >
        • MLIA WInter Lights Project
      • Marion Business Academy
  • Membership
    • Join the Chamber
    • Members Only Login
  • Welcome
    • Why Marion?