We have programs to meet the needs of Aspiring superheroes, all working towards a better community.

  • Community Leadership Program

  • Annual Leadership Conference

  • Continuing Education Workshops

  • Convening Sessions

Community Connections Leadership Program

NEXT COURSE STARTS: SEPTEMBER, 2025

ROLLING ADMISSION OPEN

NOW THROUGH JUN 13, 2025

The Community Connections Leadership Course is a ten-month program that encourages you to find your authentic self in the pursuit of purposeful leadership. We spend the first half of the program focused on living a values-led life and understanding your own style and strengths. The second half focuses on leadership skills and choosing the context in which you can be successful. You’ll also have the advantage of a personal,private, one:one executive coaching sessions.

Applications are accepted in the summer for the program beginning in September. We meet once a month in person or on zoom for as a group and during the month in small groups, either in person or virtually. Graduation is held in June.

The program is open to all leaders and aspiring leaders in the west Cook County communities(*). Cost of the program is $2,500. Tuition assistance is available.

* community-specific programs can be created upon request in partnership with local governments, chambers and other nonprofit institutions.

Other Programs

In addition to our marquee Community Connections Leadership Course, we convene conversations and workshops throughout the year for our alumni and supporters.

We also offer information and assistance to our CCL Alumni who are looking for additional opportunities to continue learning.

Continuing Education

We’ll be hosting free workshops and small-fee boot camps for various leadership-related and leadership adjacent skills. Workshops are free to all current participants, alumni and community leaders referred to us. Boot camps will take the workshops to the next level, and offer certification in various skill sets for those who complete the course requirements.

Conferences and Speaker Sessions

Big news! We are planning an annual leadership conference as well as an ongoing speaker series. Subscribe and follow us on social media to stay in the know.

Convening

Throughout the year, we schedule special networking sessions to gather our current Leadership program participants, alumni, coaches and community members. There are three larger events (one in the fall, one in early spring and graduation) and smaller informal sessions throughout the year. Subscribe to keep abreast of coming events.