Paul G. Duke Academy for Community Leadership

05/22/2026

Congratulations to this year’s graduates of the Paul G. Duke Academy for Community Leadership 1.0! These dedicated professionals completed hands-on workshops covering everything from communication and strategic planning to budgeting, board engagement, and operations. We can’t wait to see how they put these skills into action to make an even greater impact in their communities. 💡

05/21/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for yesterday’s Mosaic of Community Leadership Conference! The one-day conference, made possible through the continued support and generosity of The Duke Foundation, allowed participants to engage in a keynote address with Tom Iselin, network with other area nonprofit leaders, attend breakout sessions, and enjoy lunch.

05/13/2026

Ahead of the Mosaic Conference on May 20, check out these insightful articles from our keynote speaker, Tom Iselin.

These pieces offer a powerful preview of the ideas and perspective he’ll bring to the conference.

✨ The Power of Possibility: A Growth Mindset Blueprint for Nonprofit Leaders – https://ow.ly/cKrt50YUZ4B

✨ Are You a “One-Percenter”? . . . . How do You Rate? Here’s a List of Dos and Don’ts of Top Performers. – https://ow.ly/vHNg50YUZ4C

Learn more about the Mosaic Conference 👉 https://ow.ly/ho1l50YUZ4G

05/06/2026

The Mosaic of Community Leadership Conference is two weeks away! Join us on Wednesday, May 20, for the one-day conference. Find all the details and register now at www.edisonohio.edu/mosaic.

04/17/2026

Join us for the Mosaic of Community Leadership Conference on Wednesday, May 20! Visit www.edisonohio.edu/mosaic for all the details on this one-day conference and to register.

04/08/2026

The Paul G. Duke Academy for Community Leadership and the Center for Leadership Development at Edison State will host the Mosaic of Community Leadership Conference on Wednesday, May 20. The event will feature a keynote address from Tom Iselin, First Things First Strategic Planning & Board Development/Training Specialist. Learn more ⤵️

The Paul G. Duke Academy for Community Leadership and the Center for Leadership Development at Edison State Community College will host the Mosaic of Community Leadership Conference on Wednesday, May 20, from 7:45 a.m. to 3:10 p.m. at Edison State’s Piqua Campus.

03/18/2026

Are you involved with a nonprofit organization? The Mosaic of Community Leadership Conference brings together executive directors, board members, staff, and volunteers to explore in-depth topics related to nonprofit management and leadership. Learn more and register: www.edisonohio.edu/mosaic

02/11/2026

We’re honored to partner with The Duke Foundation and grateful for the work we’re doing together!

Education opens doors. Leadership changes communities. Together, they transform lives. 🎓✨

Edison State Community College has been home to the Paul G. Duke Academy for Community Leadership for over 20 years! The Duke Foundation is proud to partner with Edison State Community College and their powerful mission: providing the learning opportunities, support services, and commitment that enable students to complete their educational goals and realize their dreams.

Edison State stands apart with affordable, high-quality education (one of the lowest tuition rates in Ohio!), knowledgeable faculty, accessible locations, and a deep commitment to free inquiry, intellectual growth, and student success. At Edison, they don't just educate, they empower individuals to dream big, nurture economic growth, and celebrate the diversity that makes our community strong.

12/17/2025

Invest in your nonprofit’s future! Kicking off in January, the 2026 Paul G. Duke Academy for Community Leadership 1.0 offers essential workshops for executive directors, board members, staff, and volunteers. Grow your leadership skills and build a high-performing organization. Learn more and register at www.edisonohio.edu/paulgdukeacl.

11/18/2025

Calling all nonprofit executive directors, board members, staff, and volunteers! Learn to enhance your impact during the 2026 Paul G. Duke Academy for Community Leadership 1.0. Register now—the Academy kicks off January 21! www.edisonohio.edu/paulgdukeacl

10/30/2025

Edison State’s Center for Leadership Development will offer the Paul G. Duke Academy for Community Leadership 1.0 beginning in January 2026. This is a series of workshops designed to develop more effective executive directors, board members, staff, and volunteers of nonprofit organizations. Course topics include communication, strategic planning, budgeting, board engagement, assessment, operations, and more. Learn more ⤵️

Edison State Community College’s Center for Leadership Development will offer the Paul G. Duke Academy for Community Leadership 1.0 beginning in January 2026. This is a series of workshops designed to develop more effective executive directors, board members, staff, and volunteers of nonprofit org...