International Leadership Foundation NC Chapter

09/22/2026

🎉 NCAAC & ILF-NC proudly hosted the 2026 NC Youth Entrepreneurship Competition at the Cary Chamber of Commerce! Congrats to all NC Young entrepreneurs showcased their creativity, business ideas, and leadership. We were honored to welcome NC State Rep Mike Schietzelt as our keynote speaker, inspiring our youth to become the “builders” of tomorrow. 🏆 Congratulations to all winners & guests and sponsors to support our students and future!

08/10/2026

07/24/2026

🎉🎉 Congratulations to all 2026 ILF Civic Fellowship recipients, High School Award winners, and everyone honored at the 2026 ILF Successful Business Conference & Awards Ceremony!
💙2026 ILF National conference welcomed 600+ business leaders from 50 states & new Taiwan & Singapore Chapter, from elected officials, entrepreneurs, community leaders, and high school and college students to celebrate leadership, entrepreneurship, and America’s 250th Anniversary🇺🇸
👍🏻Special thanks to ILF Chairman , Founder , and all Chapter Chairs and local advisory board members for their dedication to building bridges, opening doors & empowering America’s next generation of leaders through education, mentorship, civic engagement, and public service—building bridges, opening doors, and shaping tomorrow’s leaders.⭐️

07/17/2026

🎉🎉Congrats to Kai Chen from NC

🌟ILF proudly presents its 2026 Civic Fellows - a distinguished cohort of 28 undergraduate students from colleges and universities across the United States who are spending the summer in Washington, D.C., gaining firsthand experience in public service and policymaking.

As the United States commemorates its 250th anniversary, ILF remains committed to preparing the next generation of leaders who will shape our nation's future. Through mentorship, public service, and leadership development, ILF empowers students to strengthen their communities and make a lasting impact across the country.

Read more: https://www.ilfnational.org/welcome-2026-civic-fellows/

07/16/2026

07/16/2026

🚨SIGNUPS FOR 2026 NCAAC & ILF YOUTH ENTREPRENEURSHIP CONTEST ARE NOW OPEN!🚨

🗓️ Business plan submission deadline: July 22
🕜 Live pitch event: July 24 | Location: 901 Kildaire Farm Rd
📍 Awards ceremony: July 25 | Location: Cary Chamber of Commerce

💼📈 Registration for the 2026 NC Youth Entrepreneurship Competition is now officially open!

Co-organized by the ILF NC Chapter and the NCAAC, this competition aims to provide high school and college students in North Carolina with a platform to showcase business ideas, enhance presentation skills, and gain valuable entrepreneurial experience.

Do you have an innovative business idea or a passion for entrepreneurship? This is a fantastic opportunity to put your ideas into action and take the first step on your entrepreneurial journey!

Participants will have the opportunity to:
✅ Gain hands-on entrepreneurial experience
✅ Enhance their resumes and stand out in college applications and job searches
✅ Improve presentation skills and cultivate a business mindset and entrepreneurial spirit

💡 Learn more and register now:
https://www.ncaacoalition.org/2026-ncaac-ilf-entrepreneurship

06/30/2026

Last Monday, we had the pleasure of bringing together our ILF Civic Fellows and alumni for an inspiring evening of connection, conversation, and community. It was wonderful to reconnect, reflect on how far we've all come, and celebrate the impact of the ILF network.

A heartfelt thank you to our host, Stephany Yu, Chair of the ILF Entrepreneurship & Innovation Committee, for graciously welcoming us into her home and providing a delicious meal.

We also extend our sincere appreciation to our incredible speakers for sharing their career journeys, the challenges they've overcome, and the valuable lessons they've learned along the way:

-Cindy Baraban, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Aviation and International Affairs in the Office of the Secretary at the U.S. Department of Transportation.
-Chris Cao, Legislative Assistant with the House Committee on Homeland Security’s Democratic Staff.
-Karim Farishta, Graduate Lecturer at the George Washington University Elliott School of International Affairs.
-Adi Sathi, Master in Public Administration (M.P.A.) at the Harvard Kennedy School.

To all ILF Civic Fellow alumni: we'd love to reconnect with you! Reach out to learn more about ways to stay involved and give back to our growing community. We look forward to seeing you at our next alumni event.

06/22/2026

Please join us in welcoming our amazing 2026 ILF Civic Fellows! 🎉

These inspiring young leaders are embarking on a transformative summer in Washington, D.C., where they’ll gain hands-on experience, deepen their civic engagement, and make a meaningful impact in their communities and beyond.

Stay tuned as we introduce each Civic Fellow and celebrate their achievements, growth, and contributions throughout the program.

04/23/2026

The International Leadership Foundation (ILF) today announced a partnership with America250, the national, nonpartisan organization charged by Congress with leading the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

The partnership reflects ILF’s commitment to advancing civic engagement and developing the next generation of American leaders through programs that connect students to public service, leadership development, and national civic initiatives.

“America’s 250th anniversary is an opportunity to inspire the next generation to engage with our nation’s history and help shape its future,” said Jen Condon, Executive Vice President at America250. “The International Leadership Foundation’s longstanding commitment to developing young leaders and expanding access to public service opportunities makes them a valued partner in this effort, and we are proud to work together to foster civic engagement and participation as we approach the Semiquincentennial.”

Read more here: https://www.ilfnational.org/international-leadership-foundation-america250/

Check out America250.org for their initiatives across the states.

02/17/2026

Happy Lunar New Year! May 2026 be filled with happiness, good health, and many wonderful moments. 🎊