EASTERN LEADERS ACADEMY (ELA)

MENTORING CHANGEMAKERS AND INFLUENCERS

People with Arrows

Participants will gain the foundational knowledge and experience to contribute to positive change in our community with the opportunity to connect with many diverse groups and organizations. By the end of the academy, participants will have the knowledge base and leadership capabilities to affect change while enjoying an expanded circle of influence.

People with Arrows

OBJECTIVE OF THIS UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY

Eastern Leaders Academy (ELA) facilitates powerful exercises and enlightening interactions to assist emerging leaders in becoming changemakers and unifiers in their community.

Limited to 14 members each year, the academy is designed to empower participants with tools to critically examine key issues affecting our community and to foster high-level introductions and connections. Participants become part of Utah State University Eastern’s learning community.

Membership is $1500 for the full year and includes a two-day leadership summit in October and another two-day trip to Salt Lake City for State Government Days in February. Limited scholarships are available.

A PROFESSIONAL LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE FOR CHANGEMAKERS

Now, more than ever before, our community is looking for leaders who can advance progress and promote unity. Eastern Leaders Academy provides opportunities for personal and professional growth to emerging leaders in Carbon and Emery counties through a high-impact, 9-month leadership development program.

May 15 - June 30
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Accepting
Applications

August
Check List
Participant
Selection

September
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Kickoff
Retreat

ELA IMPACT DAYS

Held on one full day each month, ELA Impact Days are designed to follow the four key objectives:

Evaluate complex issues
High-level connections
Leadership development
Identify leadership qualities

IMPACT DAY THEMES

	Kickoff Retreat
	Leadership Summit
	Service Enterprises
	Education from Birth to Career
	Community Health & Wellness
	State Government Day at the Utah State Capital
	Economic Growth & Development
	Parks, Recreation & Tourism
	Arts, Culture, & Belonging
	May Graduation

Impact Days are built around a different theme each month and include:

Behind-the-scenes tours and discussions
Guest lunches and VIP dinners
An excursion to Utah’s Capitol Hill

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ACADEMY FOUNDERS

Founders are recognized and established community leaders who provide focus and vision for the Eastern Leaders Academy (ELA). These founding mentors inspire academy champions, staff, as well as emerging leaders to be agents of change and unifiers in Carbon and Emery counties.

Meet our Founders

CHAMPIONS

Champions are local leaders who work closely with program staff to guide academy design and implementation, ensuring that participant selection and impact days are intentional. Champions also participate in facilitating growth and change, inspiring transformation, and developing emerging leaders.

Meet our Champions