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Leadership Academy

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A leadership development experience for aging services professionals.

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About Leadership Academy

Program Goal

Leadership Academy is a unique program specifically designed to develop the leadership capacity and core competencies of aging services professionals by tapping their natural talents and authentic leadership styles. This eight-month program blends leadership theory, applied learning, and personalized coaching to mentor current and emerging leaders in our field.

Participants

Leadership Academy is available to any staff team member of a LeadingAge Minnesota member organization who demonstrates leadership potential, regardless of position, title or supervisory/management experience. We recommend participants have a minimum two years’ experience in the aging services field.

Program Features
  • In-person and virtual collaborative learning experiences.
  • Leadership theory through readings, group discussions, and exercises.
  • Leaders in Residence conversations with experienced leaders in our field.
  • Member site visits to settings across the range of older adult services.
  • Mentorship through small coaching teams.

Small Coaching Teams

The class will be organized into small cohorts of 8-9 individuals for the program duration to promote shared learning, peer support, and accountability partners. Each team is supported by volunteer coach who is a graduate of the Leadership Academy.
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traci-larson

Class of 2024

Leadership Academy Graduate

“The support we receive from LeadingAge Minnesota is exceptional, offering valuable guidance and resources. Together, we can achieve more and make a lasting impact for our employees and residents.”

Traci Larson
President and CEO, Guardian Angels Senior Services
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