Jugaad Leadership Program

10/05/2026

2026 Jugaad Leadership Program Graduation Event!
Congratulations to the Jugaad Leadership Program Class of 2026!
What a wonderful celebration of an incredible group of emerging leaders! We are so proud of your growth, dedication, and commitment to making a difference in our community.

Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate and to our amazing community for your continued support of Jugaad. A special thank you to our sponsors and partners who helped make this program and graduation possible: Rooted to Last, Youthprise, Granite Partners, Central Minnesota Community Foundation, St. Cloud Technical & Community College, University of Minnesota ExtensionMorgan Family Foundation, Trillium Family Foundation, City of St. Cloud, CentraCare, McKnight Foundation, and FaceTime Business Resources.

We are grateful for your investment in our leaders and our community.

Congratulations, Class of 2026! Your leadership journey continues!

08/16/2026

08/15/2026

Jugaad Leadership Program Session 6 —Legacy Leadership focused on Leadership, Civic engagement presentation and community impact.

Thanks to our Presenters Jake Anderson - Mayor
and Dave Kleis- Retired Mayor

06/20/2026

Jugaad Leadership Program held its 4th session focused on St. Cloud Area School District Goals and Crypto education. Thanks to our presenters Presenters: Chase LarsonExecutive Vice President/CLO and Tiffany Daniels

06/19/2026

Happy Juneteenth❤️🖤💚

Today, we come together to celebrate freedom, resilience, and the rich history of Black Americans. Juneteenth reminds us of the long journey toward justice and equality—and the work that still lies ahead.

05/18/2026

Yesterday May 16, 2025, the Jugaad Leadership Program held Session 3 —Personal Branding, Understanding Community Issues / Legal Services / Judiciary System for 2026 Cohort.

Thanks to our facilitators:
C. Wang, District Court Judge
Hakeem
Ruis, Jon Ruis Consulting Group
Adjei, Executive Director

04/18/2026

On April 18th 2026, the Jugaad Leadership Program held Session 2 —Understanding community issues /Personal Branding/ Resume Writing & Interview
Skills for 2026 Cohort.

Thanks to our facilitators

Amanthi Demuth Dr. Amanthi Demuth-Demuth Spinal Care and Concussion Center
Tim Johnson-Communication and Marketing Professional
Assistant Chief of Police, St. Cloud