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Leadership Fort Wayne celebrates 46 grads in Class of 2022
FORT WAYNE, Ind. — Last night, 46 individuals celebrated their graduation from the Leadership Fort Wayne (LFW) program. The graduation ceremony, part of Greater Fort Wayne Inc.’s Holiday Night event, served as a milestone in the Class of 2022’s commitment to servant leadership and community trusteeship.
The evening also marked a pair of historic achievements for the LFW program itself: the Class of 2022 is the 40th cohort in the program’s history, and the class also pushed the number of LFW alumni past 1,500 since its founding in 1983. Many alums have gone on to serve on or lead nonprofit boards, hold elected office, or run businesses.
LFW is an nine-month program that provides an in-depth view of the many facets of the community while developing each participant’s leadership skills. By developing these skills, participants are better prepared to positively impact the community and their workplaces.
Highlights of the program include behind-the-scenes tours of local landmarks, presentations by community leaders and leadership development experts, skills assessments, and Community Action Team projects that help local nonprofits solve real-world challenges. The Class of 2022 participated in monthly program days covering topics including community history, public safety, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. LFW participants can also gain additional leadership experience serving as intern board members for local nonprofits.
“This class is incredibly talented, and they are passionate about serving and improving our community,” said Meghan Short, director of investor programs at GFW Inc. “It has been an honor to watch them discover and develop their innate talents. I can’t wait to see them lead the way to a successful future for Allen County.”
Members of the Leadership Fort Wayne Class of 2022 and their sponsoring organizations are:
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Applications for the LFW Class of 2023 closed in October. Individuals interested in participating in the Class of 2024 can visit LeadershipFW.com or email leadership@gfwinc.com for more information about applying.
About Greater Fort Wayne Inc.
Greater Fort Wayne (GFW) Inc. serves Fort Wayne and Allen County, Indiana, as its primary point of contact for economic growth. GFW Inc. focuses on prosperity and community vibrancy through economic development, advocacy, programs and resources that support business success, leadership development, graduate retention and community engagement. To learn more, visit gfwinc.com.