The Leading from Within program is designed to develop aspiring Executive Directors and CEOs in a nine month long program that includes peer support, experiential learning, and leadership development. This training program will be interactive and will have expert trainers to discuss topics such as Personal Leadership Style, Leading your Team, Working with your Board, Financials, Fundraising/Networking, Strategic Planning, Imposter Syndrome, Mentoring, and more.
NonProfitConnect is committed to recruiting a diverse cohort of participants for all of our programs. The goal of the Leading from Within program is to prepare current talented nonprofit middle and senior level managers for positions as Executive Directors or CEO’s within the next five years.
Individuals living or working in Mercer County, New Jersey will be prioritized.
Participation Fee Scale for Organizations Based on Budget:
· Under $500K: $300
· $500K-$1,000,000: $750
· $1,000,000-$5,000,000: $1250
· Above $5,000,000: $1800
Program Dates:
- September 20, 2022 | Topic: Leading Yourself | IN PERSON
- October 25, 2022 | Topic: Leading Your Team
- November 15, 2022 | Topic: Mentoring and Emotional Intelligence | IN PERSON
- December 13, 2022 | Topic: Working With the Board and the Imposter Syndrome
- January 10, 2023| Topic: Leading Your Organization
- February 7, 2023 | Topic: Financials
- March 14, 2023 | Topic: Stakeholders and External Facing Responsibilities | IN PERSON
- April 18, 2023 | Topic: Developing Strategy
- May 16, 2023 | Topic: Program Conclusion | IN PERSON
*In-person locations TBD.
*All sessions will take place from 9:00am – 12:30pm.

Testimonials
“This training was a game changer, a purposeful and thoughtful program to encourage professional development and deep thinking about goals. I so appreciate the opportunity to participate and being so carefully matched with a phenomenal mentor.”
“Leading from Within is a great opportunity to develop leadership skills but to also build a community for professional growth.”

Thank You to Our Mentors
- Pam Gregory– President & CEO of Princeton-Blairstown Center
Rodney Fuller– Entrepreneur & Venture Capitalist
Michele Russo– President & CEO of Young Audiences NJ & Eastern PA
- Karen Andrade-Mims– President & CEO of The Father Center of New Jersey
- Marion Reinson– Executive Director of Eating for Your Health
Leslie Koppel– Executive Director of RISE
Drew Dyson– CEO of Princeton Senior Resource Center
- Carol Burden– President & CEO of Capital Harmony Works
Reginald Coleman– President & CEO of Boys & Girls Club Mercer County
- Lori Morris– Former Executive Director of LifeTies
Xan Blake– Founder & President of The Blake Partnership, Inc
- Tay Walker– CEO of YWCA Princeton
David Anderson– VP of Strategic Partnerships & Development of Boys & Girls Club Mercer County
Adriana Abizadeh– Executive Director of Kensington Corridor Trust
- Marlene Lao-Collins – Executive Director of Catholic Charities Diocese of Trenton