OUR PROGRAMS
CORE
The CORE (Connecting Our Regions Execs) Program is the premier offering of Leadership Montgomery. Through this exclusive program, established executives from across the public, private and nonprofit sectors will expand their knowledge, influence, and effectiveness as leaders and advocates for Montgomery County.
Application Fees and Tuition
Leadership program application information
LM may be able to provide tuition assistance. Please contact our office for more information.
Application fee:
First-time applicants: $65
Previous applicants: $25
Program Tuition:
$2,900
Application fee:
First-time applicants: $150
Previous applicants: $50
Program Tuition:
$5.900
(formerly Senior Leadership Montgomery)
Application fee:
First-time applicants: $65
Previous applicants: $25
Program Tuition:
$950
The full tuition cost is $2,900. Tuition covers all costs including food, facilitators and course materials during the program year.
Session Dates
CORE
EMERGING LEADERS
ENCORE
REAL INCLUSION
Current Cohort Session Dates
March 15, 2023
April 12, 2023
May 18 – 19, 2023
2023-2024
Session Dates
Sept. 21-22, 2023*
Oct. 18, 2023
Nov. 15, 2023
Dec. 13, 2023
Jan. 17, 2024
Feb. 21, 2024
Mar. 20, 2024
Apr. 17, 202
May 23-24, 2024*
Current Cohort
Session Dates
March 16, 2023
April 13, 2023
May 11, 2023
2023-2024
Session Dates
Sept. 14, 2023
Oct. 19, 2023
Nov. 16, 2023
Jan. 18, 2024
Mar. 20, 2024
Apr. 18, 2024
May 16, 2024
2023-2024
Session Dates
Sept 29, 2023
Nov. 10, 2023
Jan 12, 2024
March 20, 2024*
May 10, 2024
Cohort 5 Session Dates
January 19, 2023
February 16, 2023
March 23, 2023
April 19, 2023
May 11, 2023
June 14, 2023
Notable Alumni
- Marcus Jones, Chief, Montgomery County Department of Police
- Dr. DeRionne Pollard, Former President, Montgomery College
- Georgette “Gigi” Godwin, President & CEO, Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce
- Bob Youngentob, President & Co-Founder, EYA, LLC
- Bruce Lee, President, LDG, Inc.
- Jane Fairweather, President, Jane Fairweather Team, Long & Foster Real Estate
- Eddie Snyder, Chairman, Snyder Cohn, P.C.
- Josh Starr, Former Superintendent, Montgomery County Public Schools; CEO, PDK International
- Debbi Jarvis, Senior Vice President Corporate Relations, Howard University
- Dr. Monifa McKnight, Superintendent, Montgomery County Public Schools
- Angela Franco, President & CEO, DC Chamber of Commerce
- Tom Murphy, Former President, EagleBank
- Josh Carin, Earth Friendly Hospitality, LLC
- Louis Damiano, President, Holy Cross Hospital
- Rob Green, Secretary of Public Safety & Correctional Services, State of Maryland
- Avi Halpert, Vice President, Corporate Real Estate, United Therapeutics Corporation
- Father John Enzler, President & CEO, Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington
- Jim Sweet, President, Smokey Glen Farm Barbequers, Inc.
- Lee Barnes, CEO, Barwood Taxi
- Hercules “Herc” Pinkney, President Emeritus, Montgomery College
- Christopher Bruch, President & CEO, Donohoe Companies
- Bobbi Shulman, Artist
- Scott Goldstein, Fire Chief, Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service
- Rose Li, President & CEO, Rose Li and Associates, Inc.
- Current County Council: Gabe Albernoz, Marilyn Balcombe, Natali Fani-Gonzalaz, Evan Glass, Andrew Friedson, Kate Stewart, Laurie-Anne Sayles,
- Current Maryland Senate: Cheryl Kagan, Will Smith Jr.
- Current Maryland State Delegates: Charlotte Crutchfield, David Fraser-Hidalgo, Anne Kaiser, Aaron Kaufman, Ariana Kelly, Marc Korman, Lily Qi, Jheanelle Wilkins,
- Current Board of Education: Shebra Evans, Karla Silvistre, Rebecca Smondrowski, Brenda Wolff
- Other Current Elected Officials: Beryl Feinberg; Councilmember, City of Rockville, Jeffrey Slavin; Mayor, Town of Somerset, Neil Harris, Council Vice President, City of Gaithersburg
FAQ
Leadership Montgomery (LM) is an award-winning organization that supports public, private, and nonprofit leaders in Montgomery County, MD, and beyond. Connecting the community for over thirty years, LM is committed to unlocking the potential of cross-sector leaders in understanding and addressing complex issues in our region. Through curriculum-based leadership programs, meaningful alumni engagement, and impactful corporate activation, LM mobilizes leaders to build thriving and inclusive workplaces and communities.
By participating in one of our programs, you will join a network of passionate leaders who contribute considerable time, talent and energy to the betterment of our community. In addition, you will become more aware of the social and economic issues in Montgomery County, and develop a greater appreciation for all the county has to offer.
Our programs are specifically geared toward connecting and preparing leaders to build thriving and inclusive workplaces and communities. We welcome anyone who has the desire to see our county succeed.
In order to participate in one of our leadership programs (CORE, Emerging Leaders, Encore, or REAL Inclusion, all applicants must:
- Be willing to commit the required time to the program.
- Have the support and expressed permission of their sponsoring organization.
- Demonstrate a commitment to strengthening our community.
Additional prerequisites are required, depending on the program. For more information, please visit a specific program’s page.
Once an LM program is complete, participants utilize their LM experience to build a more vital county and have served on over one thousand boards, committees, and commissions across the county and region. Additionally, alumni have the option to continue engagement to continue receiving offerings, training, convenings, and resources to support their leadership goals. They can also take advantage of another LM program and encourage their networks to become involved through one of our programs.
Alumni can remain involved through alumni engagement opportunities exclusively available to them. LM provides various engagement perks designed to support leaders on their journey. From connection opportunities like the Alumni Directory to convening opportunities like Homecoming and Leadership Solves events to community engagement opportunities like mentorship and board service, Alumni have access to the critical resources needed for maximum leadership impact.
Leadership Montgomery is funded through tuition, membership dues, event registrations, and contributions. The leadership programs’ tuition covers less than half of the operating budget and we remain grateful to the individuals, businesses, and organizations that provide financial and in-kind support.
Leadership Montgomery offers a variety of ways to get involved:
- Apply for a leadership program
- Attend an event
- Take or organize a training
- Become an engaged alum
- Host a program session day or education event
- Encourage your company to participate in corporate engagement opportunities
- Support our work through a donation or sponsorship
Leadership Montgomery maintains a collaborative relationship with area community leadership programs and is a member of the Association of Leadership Programs.