We believe that Greater Akron can only be a thriving community when every voice is welcomed, heard, valued, and treated with respect.
Applications are Open for Leadership Akron’s Diversity on Board Program – Class 11
Join the Diversity on Board Program and be part of a movement that is reshaping the face of nonprofit board service. This 9-month journey offers an unparalleled opportunity for diverse leaders to grow, learn, and make a lasting impact in our commUnity. Through comprehensive leadership development, personalized coaching, and board matching services, participants are equipped to bring fresh perspectives and effective governance to nonprofit boards. Embrace this chance to gain in-depth knowledge, network with established leaders, and take a significant step towards fulfilling board service. Join us in creating a future where our boards mirror the rich diversity of our communities.
Applications are open through April 30, 2026.
Leadership on Main is a monthly conversation with Akron's prominent change-makers. This unique platform lets today's leaders share their successes and lessons, inspiring tomorrow's community leaders.
Join us each month, as our guest speakers reveal their leadership journeys, sharing the strategies and experiences that have shaped them. Discover what's worked, what hasn't, and how they achieved success.
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Leadership Akron Welcomes New Classes
NEXT Class 14
Leadership Akron proudly announces the members of NEXT Class 14, a group of seasoned leaders stepping into new chapters of service and community connection.
Designed for individuals approaching, experiencing, or mastering retirement, the NEXT program provides an opportunity to expand their experience and define their next season of impact in Greater Akron. Throughout the program, participants will immerse themselves in Greater Akron’s unique story, its people, its challenges, and its possibilities.
Diversity on Board Class 10
Now in its tenth year, Leadership Akron’s Diversity on Board program is advancing a new class of 22 changemakers ready to lead with purpose in Greater Akron.
This milestone class continues the program’s mission to develop diverse talent for board service through a dynamic blend of leadership development, coaching, education, and hands-on experience. As with every class, these individuals are stepping into a relational journey designed not just to inform, but to transform – both themselves and the communities they serve.
Signature Class 42
Leadership Akron proudly announces the members of Signature Class 42, a dynamic group of leaders who will embark on a deeply immersive experience designed to awaken purpose, expand perspective, and ignite lifelong connection.
As Leadership Akron’s flagship program, the Signature experience isn’t a class in the traditional sense, it’s a curated journey into the heart of Greater Akron. Over the next ten months, the 44 participants will step into Greater Akron’s most vital institutions, confront pressing community issues, and engage in transformative conversations that challenge, stretch, and connect.
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Leadership Akron's mission is to inspire, strengthen and empower leaders. Together, let’s unlock the potential throughout our community and create inclusive workplaces, organizations, and neighborhoods.
DEVELOP MY LEADERSHIP
From the high school junior through the early-career professional, Leadership Akron has a program for you!
EXPAND MY LEADERSHIP
No two leadership journeys are the same. We invite you to explore our variety of programs designed to hone your leadership skills and connect you even deeper with our community.
REIMAGINE MY LEADERSHIP
Good leaders never stop learning. They continue to learn and make new connections in our vibrant community. We encourage you to consider a Leadership Akron program designed to maximize your leadership talents even well beyond your career.