The Cleveland Leadership Center

The Cleveland Leadership Center Advancing a community of leaders to build a Greater Cleveland.

1240 Huron Rd E, Ste 450
Cleveland, OH 44115

Cleveland Leadership Center's mission is to advance a community of leaders to build a Greater Cleveland. We develop leaders through learning and community engagement opportunities that connect, inspire, and challenge them to make a positive impact. Through leadership development programming, diving into current social and civic issues, and connecting participants with the people and projects addre

ssing those issues, participants become better equipped and inspired to make a difference in our community. Through an extensive portfolio of offerings, our programming spans four generations, from high school through retirement. We also create customized civic leadership programs and experiences in response to community needs and requests. Find out what your next step is at www.cleveleads.org.

Meet Noah and Molly, CLC's summer interns! Nuh “Noah” Agarwalla graduated from Baldwin Wallace University in May with a ...
06/16/2026

Meet Noah and Molly, CLC's summer interns!

Nuh “Noah” Agarwalla graduated from Baldwin Wallace University in May with a double major in marketing and accounting. His résumé is already full of accomplishments. He’s built lead generation pipelines, created AI integrations, and completed digital audits for real clients. He also holds a Google Analytics 4 certification and speaks three languages.

Molly Roberts is a rising senior at the University of Richmond, where she's double majoring in leadership studies and communications. A Shaker Heights native with her eyes on graduate work in law or business, Molly is drawn to nonprofit management and brings the kind of curiosity and purpose-driven energy that makes CLC tick.

Both have hit the ground running and are already leaving their mark on CLC. Help us give them a warm welcome!

What does it take to build a cultural institution that lasts fifty years in Cleveland? And what does the next chapter lo...
06/15/2026

What does it take to build a cultural institution that lasts fifty years in Cleveland? And what does the next chapter look like?

Join Cleveland International Film Festival’s Hermione Malone this Wednesday at noon for a candid look back at the milestone anniversary and a look forward to what's next.

📅 Wednesday, JUN 17 ⏰ Noon-12:30 PM 💻 Virtual 💰 $FREE

🔗 Register now: https://www.cleveleads.org/event/leader-lunch-break-hermione-malone/

What does it take to build a cultural institution that lasts fifty years in Cleveland? And what does the next chapter lo...
06/08/2026

What does it take to build a cultural institution that lasts fifty years in Cleveland? And what does the next chapter look like? Join Cleveland International Film Festival’s Hermione Malone for a candid look back at the milestone anniversary and forward to what's next.

📅 Wednesday, JUN 10 ⏰ Noon-12:30 PM 💻 Virtual 💰 $FREE

🔗 Register now: https://www.cleveleads.org/event/leader-lunch-break-hermione-malone/

On Friday, CLC hosted the inaugural Summer Associate Leadership Summit in partnership with the Cleveland Metropolitan Ba...
06/03/2026

On Friday, CLC hosted the inaugural Summer Associate Leadership Summit in partnership with the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association. The half-day program brought together associates from across the legal community for a Social Styles Workshop led by Rachel Cioimcia, a professional development panel offering candid career perspectives, and a keynote address from Cuyahoga County Law Director Richard Manoloff. The morning closed with an executive networking lunch featuring leaders from law firms, corporations, government, and nonprofits across Northeast Ohio.

Thank you to Chris Schmitt and the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association for hosting us!

We are grateful for those who shared their time and expertise as panelists:
▸Marisa Darden
▸Terrence (Terry) Doyle
▸Brendan Heil
▸Adrienne Stemen
▸Jen Blaga
▸Jennifer Stueber

Thank you, as well as to our lunch guests:
▸Mary Garceau
▸Rose Fini
▸David Lenz
▸Colleen Cotter
▸Ron Johnson
▸RJ Roberto
▸Marisa Darden
▸Kip Bollin
▸Becky Ruppert McMahon
▸Nailah Byrd

The Advanced Leadership Institute is built for leaders who are already leading and are ready to go further. Through five...
06/02/2026

The Advanced Leadership Institute is built for leaders who are already leading and are ready to go further.

Through five intensive half-day sessions, you’ll dig into authentic leadership, creative problem solving, change management, team resilience, and lasting civic impact alongside peers who bring the same level of drive and commitment.

The connections and skills you walk away with will keep paying dividends long after the program ends.

The program kicks off in early August. secure your spot while they last. Learn more and register at https://www.cleveleads.org/key-programs/advanced-leadership-institute/

Hundreds of Greater Cleveland leaders will gather at Spark on August 27 to sharpen how they think, decide, and lead. Wil...
06/01/2026

Hundreds of Greater Cleveland leaders will gather at Spark on August 27 to sharpen how they think, decide, and lead. Will you be one of them?

Learn how to lean in to bold decisions under pressure and build the resilience to rise after setbacks.

Early bird registration is open now through July 31. Grab your ticket today: https://www.cleveleads.org/clc-events/spark/

Cleveland's "A Home for Every Neighbor" initiative is proof that collaboration work. Join Liam Haggerty, Housing & Outre...
06/01/2026

Cleveland's "A Home for Every Neighbor" initiative is proof that collaboration work. Join Liam Haggerty, Housing & Outreach Project Manager at the Cleveland Department of Public Health, this Wednesday to hear about the program's design, the partnerships making it possible, the incredible success, and what's next for Cleveland's housing-first approach to unsheltered homelessness.

📅 Wednesday, JUN 3 ⏰ Noon-12:30 PM 💻 Virtual 💰 $FREE

🔗 Register now: https://www.cleveleads.org/event/leader-lunch-break-liam-haggerty/

You may have missed one of this month’s Leader Lunch Breaks. If so, you can head over to our archive to view any of them...
05/29/2026

You may have missed one of this month’s Leader Lunch Breaks. If so, you can head over to our archive to view any of them on demand.

May featured four leaders who are working to create a safer, competitive, thriving, and proud Cleveland:

📌 Myesha Watkins of the Cuyahoga County Office of Violence Prevention on building a countywide, data-driven approach to stopping violence before it starts

📌 Sara Greicius of the Cleveland Talent Alliance on attracting and retaining talent in Cleveland

📌 Taylor Evans of Rust Belt Recruiting & COSE Council of Smaller Enterprises Board Chair on what small businesses in our region need most, and where the opportunities are

📌 Felton Thomas Jr. of the Cleveland Public Library on the story behind One Cleveland, a citywide civic pride campaign

They’re ready when you are. 👉 https://www.cleveleads.org/clc-events/the-way-forward-workshop-archive/

Nature isn't just good for the soul. It's good for your health, your relationships, and your sense of belonging.The late...
05/28/2026

Nature isn't just good for the soul. It's good for your health, your relationships, and your sense of belonging.

The latest episode of the Your Encore podcast features Megan Shumaker, Outdoor Recreation Inclusion Specialist with Cleveland Metroparks, on how accessible outdoor experiences can improve physical and mental health, foster social connection, and encourage lifelong exploration.

Whether you're a seasoned hiker or just looking for a reason to get outside, the Metroparks is your gateway to improved health and wellness.

🎧 Listen now on your favorite podcast platform or at: https://www.cleveleads.org/legacy-leaders-your-encore-podcast/

Last week, the CBB Class of 2026 participated in Vision to Action Day, the final session day of the year. Through visits...
05/26/2026

Last week, the CBB Class of 2026 participated in Vision to Action Day, the final session day of the year. Through visits and conversations across Cleveland, class members explored transformational initiatives shaping the region and the leaders bringing them to life.

The day highlighted the vision behind the Playhouse Square District, North Coast Harbor, Slavic Village & Darl Center for the Arts, and Global Ambassadors Language Academy—demonstrating how collaboration, leadership, and civic action can create meaningful community impact. The class left with a deeper understanding of how individual ideas and collective action can help shape Cleveland’s future.

Special thanks to Nate Kelly from Playhouse Square, Scott Skinner and Zoe Toscos from the North Coast Waterfront Development Corporation, Chad Brintnall from SmithGroup, Darl Schaaf from the Darl Center for the Arts, and Meran Rogers from Global Ambassadors Language Academy for sharing their insights and experiences.

Learn more about CBB: https://lnkd.in/emhnSNk

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