Classes start January 28, 2025!
The Leadership Academy is a high-impact, six-week leadership development experience designed to help busy young professionals advance in their careers and engage in the Dublin community.
Take advantage of this unique opportunity to attend valuable sessions led by area experts while connecting with business leaders and other young professionals.
By enrolling in the Leadership Academy, you will:
- Learn best practices from industry leaders
- Build on your personal and professional strengths
- Hone your career management techniques
- Network with Dublin leaders and connect with other up-and-coming young professionals
- Be matched with a business mentor at the conclusion of the program
- Take part in an exclusive graduation ceremony
Tentative Class Session Topics:
Jan. 28 - Invitation vs. Challenge
Discover behavior styles, enhance collaboration, and balance connection with results.
Feb. 11 - How to be More Creative in the Work Force
Inspire young professionals to break free from routines and embrace creative leadership.
Feb. 25 - Turning Networking into a Competitive Sport
Dive into how to strategically approach networking, turning it into a fun, competitive, and results-driven way to build and advance their careers.
March 4 - Are You Built to Lead?
Establish leadership credibility with Gallup's talent assessment to identify strengths, values, and passions.
March 18 - Authentic Leader Messaging in the Age of AI
Address the importance of authentic messaging in the AI era, discussing associated risks and benefits.
April 1 - TBD
April 22 - Graduation
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Read what Leadership Academy Alumni are saying about this program!
"The Leadership Academy gave me a greater ability to think and act like a leader, tap into my strengths, motivate others and an overall better understanding of the ethical challenges leaders face on a local, national and global scale. And, it is a great way to connect with other area business professionals."
Carly Allen
Leadership Academy Alumni
"The Leadership Academy allowed me to network and build relationships with other young professionals in the community on a more personal level than other events and meetings. The speakers and activities also enhanced my leadership qualities and provided me with new ideas to implement at work."
Kylene Deitemyer, Deere and Company
Leadership Academy Alumni
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NextGen Dublin Young Professionals Group is a program of the Dublin Chamber of Commerce sponsored in part by the City of Dublin.
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