OUR PROGRAMS
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
Experiential Learning program applications now open.
LM may be able to provide tuition assistance. Please contact our office for more information.
Application fee:
First time applicants: $150
Previous applicants: $50
Program Tuition:
$5.900
Application fee:
First time applicants: $65
Previous applicants: $25
Program Tuition:
$950
Application fee:
First time applicants: $65
Previous applicants: $25
Program Tuition:
$2,900
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
REAL INCLUSION
2022-2023
Session Dates
September 22 – 23, 2022
October 19, 2022
November 16, 2022
December 14, 2022
January 11, 2023
February 15, 2023
March 15, 2023
April 12, 2023
May 18 – 19, 2023
2022-2023
Session Dates
October 20, 2022
November 17, 2022
(no Dec. session)
January 12, 2023
February 16, 2023
March 16, 2023
April 13, 2023
May 11, 2023
Upcoming Sessions
July 13, 2022
August 11, 2022
September 14, 2022
Cohort 5 Session Dates
October 11 + 12, 2022
November 10, 2022
December 8, 2022
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: Nancy Navarro, Craig Rice, Hans Riemer, Gabe Albernoz, Evan Glass, Andrew Friedson
- Current Maryland Senate: Cheryl Kagan, Will Smith Jr.
- Current Maryland State Delegates: Charlotte Crutchfield, David Fraser-Hidalgo, Anne Kaiser, Ariana Kelly, Marc Korman, Lily Qi, Jheanelle Wilkins
- Current Board of Education: Judith Docca, Shebra Evans, Karla Silvistre, Rebecca Smondrowski, Brenda Wolff
- Other Current Elected Officials: Beryl Feinberg; Councilmember, City of Rockville, Jeffrey Slavin; Mayor, Town of Somerset, Laurie-Anne Sayles, Councilmember, City of Gaithersburg; Neil Harris, Council Vice President, City of Gaithersburg
FAQ
Leadership Montgomery is advancing Montgomery County through a network of more than 2,500 public, private and nonprofit leaders who share a commitment to making meaningful changes for a thriving community.
In existence for more than 30 years, LM educates, inspires, convenes and connects leaders through programs supported by a hands-on learning curriculum and service-based programs. Our graduates emerge better connected to people, organizations, and volunteer opportunities through improved understanding, services and relationships.
Currently, LM offers five programs; three experiential leadership programs and two community development programs that uniquely connect and engage leaders across all sectors and career stages.
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 towards creating a thriving Montgomery County through a network of engaged leaders. We welcome anyone who has a desire to see our county succeed.
However, in order to participate in one of our 3 experiential leadership programs (CORE, Emerging Leaders or Senior Leadership Montgomery) all applicants must:
- Either live or work in Montgomery County.
- Be willing to commit the required time to the program.
- Have the support of their sponsoring organization.
- Demonstrate a commitment to strengthening our community.
Additional prerequisites may be required depending on 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 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
- Encourage your company to participate in our REAL Inclusion program
- Attend an event
- Take or organize a training
- Become an engaged alumni
- 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.