Hamilton County Leadership Academy

"As a member of the HCLA Class of 2025, I gained valuable insight and relationships that helped me reshape my approach to working and connecting with the community.” Beth Myers | Deputy Trustee | Delaware Township Trustee’s Office Applications for the HCLA Class of 2026 are now open and will close on April 1! https://lnkd.in/gTkkCb7v

Applications for the HCLA Class of 2026 are NOW OPEN! Join a 30+ year legacy of Hamilton County leadership and connect with 900+ alumni making an impact in our community. We can't wait to meet this year's applicants and embark on this journey together! ?? Deadline to Apply: Tuesday, April 1, 2025, by 11:59 PM ET ?? Questions? Email us at [email protected] ?? Apply now – https://lnkd.in/gTkkCb7v Tag someone who should apply! ??

This morning the HCLA network gathered together for a workshop on inclusive job descriptions facilitated by accessABILITY Center for Independent Living, Inc. Attendees left with new knowledge and resources to share with their organization and new community partners to utilize as they build their next steps with workforce development. The program was hosted as an educational offering for our InvestAbility program partnership with Invest Hamilton County.

Hamilton County Leadership Academy Alumna Caitlin Karvasky (Class of 2019) is the Senior Manager of Business Development at Moser Consulting and shares her personal experiences with childcare challenges in Hamilton County. ???? Her "Life in Hamilton County" blog post can be found here: https://lnkd.in/gi-xyrZZ

Thank you Conner Prairie for hosting our February BackStage Pass with an exclusive tour of Promised Land as Proving Ground! The exhibits and storytelling were powerful and immersive and allowed for impactful learning, reflection, and dialogue. HCLA BackStage Pass programming is made possible through the generous support of Church Church Hittle and Antrim

Are you interested in learning more about the Hamilton County Leadership Academy program and the Class of 2026 application process? Connect with HCLA staff and alumni and get your questions answered at one of our HCLA Class of 2026 Interest Meet-Ups. ?? Meet-Up Dates & Locations: Tuesday, March 11 | 5:00 – 6:30 PM | Songbird Social House (Carmel) Tuesday, March 18 | 3:30 – 5:00 PM | Collaboration Hub (Fishers) Wednesday, March 26 | 8:30 – 10:00 AM | Westfield Washington Township (Westfield) RSVP??: https://lnkd.in/gmqZakJX

Join Hamilton County Leadership Academy and Invest Hamilton County for a FREE hands-on workshop to make job opportunities accessible to all! In this interactive experience, attendees will gain practical insights to refine their job descriptions and recruitment approach. ?? Thursday, Feb. 27 ? 9–11 AM ?? Hamilton East Public Library, Noblesville ?? Learn how to remove unintentional barriers in job descriptions ?? Get expert insights from accessABILITY ?? Revise a job posting during the session ? Register today! https://lnkd.in/ghpT44a9

Join HCLA for an exclusive alumni-only preview of Conner Prairie’s newest exhibit, Promised Land as Proving Ground, before it officially opens later this year. ?? Tuesday, February 25 ? 3:30 – 5:00 PM ?? Conner Prairie | Fishers, IN ?? Space is limited to 25 attendees – register today! ?? https://lnkd.in/ghBThm2x

Starting a new job or career can be overwhelming. Hamilton County Connectors offer guidance for navigating the first 90 days. Read more in the Hamilton County Leadership Academy’s Connections Spotlight: https://lnkd.in/gsyEH4qz

Join Hamilton County Leadership Academy and Invest Hamilton County on Thursday, February 27 for a hands-on workshop, facilitated by accessABILITY Center for Independent Living, Inc., to: ? Identify and remove barriers in job descriptions ? Learn strategies to attract a broader, more diverse applicant pool ? Apply inclusive hiring best practices in real time Who should attend? Anyone involved in hiring, recruitment, or workforce development—HR professionals, managers, and leaders alike! ?? Register now: https://lnkd.in/ghpT44a9