IGNITE YOUNG PROFESSIONALS PROGRAM 2020-21 SCHEDULE
Because teamwork is essential to this program, attendance at all meetings is strongly encouraged. The cohort will meet virtually on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month – with the exception of January – on the schedule below. Meetings may become in person should conditions related to the Covid-19 virus permit in-person group meetings. In addition to the educational schedule below, participants will work in small teams on group projects following governmental safety guidelines.
Class of 2021 Dates and Times
October 8, 2020 9:00am – 11:30am, Orientation
October 22, 2020 9:00am – 11:30am, Team Models
November 5, 2020 9:00am – 11:30am, Trust
November 19, 2020 9:00am – 11:30am, Nonprofit 101
December 3, 2020 9:00am – 11:30am, Project Introductions
December 17, 2020 9:00am – 11:30am, Project Work
January 7, 2021 9:00am – 11:30am, Networking
January 18, 2021 9:00am – 11:30am, MLK Day of Service
February 4, 2021 9:00am – 11:30am, Inclusive Leadership
February 18, 2021 9:00am – 11:30am, Networking
March 4, 2021 9:00am – 11:30am, Social Media for Business
March 18, 2021 9:00am – 11:30am, Live Leadership Case Study, Business
April 8, 2021 9:00am – 11:30am, Live Leadership Case Study, Elected Government
April 22, 2021 9:00am – 11:30am, Live Leadership Case Study, Nonprofit
May 6, 2021 9:00am – 11:30, Team Presentations
May 20, 2021 TBD – All Day Event, Regional Leadership Summit and Graduation
Please note, additional time (estimated at 10 hours) is required for group work and established leader meetings outside of scheduled class time