LEAD Institute
LEAD Frequently Asked Questions
Timeline
March 10: Apply online
July 1: Application is due
July 15: Class is selected, and applicants are notified
August: Tuition assistance is granted
September 1: Tuition Due
September 10: Class is formally announced

Class of 2021 Dates and Topics (subject to change)
September 9* | Orientation & opening retreat (business attire), class photo, and team building This class day will end at 6pm |
October 1 | Clifton Strengthsfinder Diagnose Situation I – Understanding Your Behavior Style & Adaptive vs. Technical Challenges |
October 30* | Everything You Need to Know about Serving on a Board (7:30 a.m. -11:30 a.m.) |
November 5 | Emotional Intelligence Diagnose Situation II – Personal Effectiveness – Your Brand |
December 3 | Handling Conflict Resolution & Negotiation Manage Self I –Knowing your Strengths, Vulnerabilities, & Triggers |
January 7 | Self Advocacy & Self Awareness Manage Self II – Experiment Beyond Your Comfort Zone |
February 4 | Communication Skills & Collaborative Leadership Energize Others I – Working Across Factions & Engaging Unusual Voices |
February 19* | Diversity & Inclusion (7:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.) |
March 4 | Critical Thinking, Problem-Solving Skills, and Systems Thinking Energize Other II – Inspiring a Collective Purpose & Creating a Trustworthy Process |
April 6* | Personal Wellness & Networking Skills Intervene Skillfully |
May 5* | Graduation with Signature Class of 2021 (5:30pm-8pm) |
*denotes days that do not fall on the 1st Thursday of the month
This program includes a class project. The project will be selected during the opening retreat.
Leadership Medina County provides headshots for this program. Headshots will be scheduled on October 15 and 16, 2020.