A key ALP member benefit is connecting virtually with other members via Affinity Groups on a specific topic of interest.
An ALP member/champion facilitates these ongoing, intact groups. Members of the group share and gain ideas, insights, best practices, inspiration, and more.
The zoom link for each affinity group is only shared with members who have opted-in to specific groups. To sign up for an affinity group, click here. more info...
Accreditation strengthens community confidence and affirms an organization's commitment to delivering the highest quality service and programming. In alignment with these goals, the Association of Leadership Programs (ALP) has formed an exploratory Accreditation Committee to support the development of an accreditation process for Community Leadership Programs nationwide.
While every Community Leadership Program is unique, accreditation confirms competency, sustainability, compliance, and adherence to recognized best practices. It distinguishes organizations from competitors, builds goodwill, and supports funding efforts.
The Accreditation Committee will gather on the third Monday of each month at 1:00 PM ET. This effort is being championed by Tara Sargent (Leadership Washington County) and Sasha Smith (Leadership North Houston). For more information, please contact Lura Hammond at info@alpleaders.org.
A key ALP member benefit is connecting virtually with other members via Affinity Groups on a specific topic of interest.
An ALP member/champion facilitates these ongoing, intact groups. Members of the group share and gain ideas, insights, best practices, inspiration, and more.
The zoom link for each affinity group is only shared with members who have opted-in to specific groups. To sign up for an affinity group, click here. more info...
A key ALP member benefit is connecting virtually with other members via Affinity Groups on a specific topic of interest.
An ALP member/champion facilitates these ongoing, intact groups. Members of the group share and gain ideas, insights, best practices, inspiration, and more.
The zoom link for each affinity group is only shared with members who have opted-in to specific groups. To sign up for an affinity group, click here.
For members who are signed up for Affinity Groups, you can access the Zoom link through the "projects/committees" drop-down after logging into the ALP website. more info...
Join us for a dynamic 60-minute virtual training session designed exclusively for ALP members. Whether you’re leading a small team or building your own professional brand, strong design skills can elevate your communication, increase engagement, and help you lead with impact.
In this hands-on session, we’ll explore the essentials of Canva—a powerful, user-friendly design platform perfect for creating professional presentations, social media graphics, reports, and more. Participants will gain practical tips and techniques to streamline their creative process, strengthen their visual storytelling, and produce polished, on-brand content without the need for advanced design experience.
Key Takeaways:
Navigate Canva’s features and templates to save time and boost efficiency
Apply design best practices for clear, professional, and impactful visuals
Leave with ready-to-use strategies for presentations, marketing, and personal branding
About the Speaker: Lauren Mitchell is a dynamic marketing and communications professional with expertise in brand strategy, campaign development, and digital engagement. As Director of Marketing & Communications at Business High Point – Chamber of Commerce, she has driven measurable growth in brand recognition, member engagement, and media visibility through strategic multi-channel campaigns and creative storytelling. With international experience and dual master’s degrees in Global Luxury & Innovation Management from NC State University and SKEMA Business School, Lauren brings a global perspective to local impact. Lauren is deeply committed to community advancement, serving on multiple nonprofit boards and marketing committees, while mentoring the next generation of leaders.
A Pacesetter Membership is a select level of membership specially designed for ALP members who are the most progressive...those who serve as the models and exemplars of the industry. A Pacesetter is someone who thinks two steps ahead, not where we are today but where we should be in the future.
Pacesetters gather virtually every month to level up their conversations and challenge their colleagues from across the nation. For more information, click here. more info...
A key ALP member benefit is connecting virtually with other members via Affinity Groups on a specific topic of interest.
An ALP member/champion facilitates these ongoing, intact groups. Members of the group share and gain ideas, insights, best practices, inspiration, and more.
The Zoom link for each affinity group is only shared with members who have opted-in to specific groups. To sign up for an affinity group, click here.
For members who are signed up for Affinity Groups, you can access the Zoom link through the "projects/committees" drop-down after logging into the ALP website. more info...
A key ALP member benefit is connecting virtually with other members via Affinity Groups on a specific topic of interest.
An ALP member/champion facilitates these ongoing, intact groups. Members of the group share and gain ideas, insights, best practices, inspiration, and more.
The zoom link for each affinity group is only shared with members who have opted-in to specific groups. To sign up for an affinity group, click here.
For members who are signed up for Affinity Groups, you can access the Zoom link through the "projects/committees" drop-down after logging into the ALP website. more info...
Accreditation strengthens community confidence and affirms an organization's commitment to delivering the highest quality service and programming. In alignment with these goals, the Association of Leadership Programs (ALP) has formed an exploratory Accreditation Committee to support the development of an accreditation process for Community Leadership Programs nationwide.
While every Community Leadership Program is unique, accreditation confirms competency, sustainability, compliance, and adherence to recognized best practices. It distinguishes organizations from competitors, builds goodwill, and supports funding efforts.
The Accreditation Committee will gather on the third Monday of each month at 1:00 PM ET. This effort is being championed by Tara Sargent (Leadership Washington County) and Sasha Smith (Leadership North Houston). For more information, please contact Lura Hammond at info@alpleaders.org.
A key ALP member benefit is connecting virtually with other members via Affinity Groups on a specific topic of interest.
An ALP member/champion facilitates these ongoing, intact groups. Members of the group share and gain ideas, insights, best practices, inspiration, and more.
The zoom link for each affinity group is only shared with members who have opted-in to specific groups. To sign up for an affinity group, click here. more info...
After taking over a flagship program, entrepreneurs John Meyer and Morgan Larson transformed Leadership South Dakota into a tech-powered, nimble nonprofit. Running a leadership development program with a small team can be challenging, but with the right systems, technology, and strategy, it's possible to maximize impact while staying lean. This session will show how they manage and grow their program with just two part-time employees by leveraging automation, AI, low-code tools, and streamlined processes. Attendees will learn practical strategies to scale programs, including automating administrative tasks, enhancing participant engagement, and using AI for content creation and decision-making.
This session will also explore essential tools for managing workflows, tracking outcomes, and enhancing program delivery, all without needing a tech team. Through real-world examples and actionable insights, this session will provide program leaders with a roadmap to running an efficient, scalable leadership initiative.
Whether you're launching a new program or refining an existing one, you'll leave with actionable steps to improve efficiency, reduce burnout, and focus on what matters most - developing impactful leaders.
About the Speakers:
John T. Meyer is a passionate leader, entrepreneur, and coach committed to helping others reach their full potential. As the Executive Director of Leadership South Dakota, he designs transformative experiences that empower leaders across the state to discover, connect, and make a lasting impact. He also coaches founders and CEOs through his company, Leadmore, guiding them in scaling their businesses and refining their leadership. Previously, he co-founded Lemonly, a design firm that has worked with global brands like Netflix, Marriott, Major League Baseball, and Google. As CEO, he built an amazing company culture, earning national recognition as one of the "best places to work." John lives in Sioux Falls with his wife, Paige, and their daughters, Margot and Liv.
Morgan Larson is a strategist and communicator dedicated to developing leaders and deepening connections across South Dakota. As the Program & Communications Manager for Leadership South Dakota, she designs transformative leadership experiences and leads communications efforts to strengthen engagement with participants, alumni, and stakeholders. Morgan has built her career in communications, business development, and event management, working with Fortune 100 companies, nonprofits, and startups to foster growth and connection. A lifelong South Dakotan, she lives in rural Lake Preston with her husband, Eric, and their son, Porter. more info...
A key ALP member benefit is connecting virtually with other members via Affinity Groups on a specific topic of interest.
An ALP member/champion facilitates these ongoing, intact groups. Members of the group share and gain ideas, insights, best practices, inspiration, and more.
The zoom link for each affinity group is only shared with members who have opted-in to specific groups. To sign up for an affinity group, click here.
For members who are signed up for Affinity Groups, you can access the Zoom link through the "projects/committees" drop-down after logging into the ALP website. more info...
A key ALP member benefit is connecting virtually with other members via Affinity Groups on a specific topic of interest.
An ALP member/champion facilitates these ongoing, intact groups. Members of the group share and gain ideas, insights, best practices, inspiration, and more.
The zoom link for each affinity group is only shared with members who have opted-in to specific groups. To sign up for an affinity group, click here.
For members who are signed up for Affinity Groups, you can access the Zoom link through the "projects/committees" drop-down after logging into the ALP website. more info...
A Pacesetter Membership is a select level of membership specially designed for ALP members who are the most progressive...those who serve as the models and exemplars of the industry. A Pacesetter is someone who thinks two steps ahead, not where we are today but where we should be in the future.
Pacesetters gather virtually every month to level up their conversations and challenge their colleagues from across the nation. For more information, click here. more info...
A key ALP member benefit is connecting virtually with other members via Affinity Groups on a specific topic of interest.
An ALP member/champion facilitates these ongoing, intact groups. Members of the group share and gain ideas, insights, best practices, inspiration, and more.
The Zoom link for each affinity group is only shared with members who have opted-in to specific groups. To sign up for an affinity group, click here.
For members who are signed up for Affinity Groups, you can access the Zoom link through the "projects/committees" drop-down after logging into the ALP website. more info...
A key ALP member benefit is connecting virtually with other members via Affinity Groups on a specific topic of interest.
An ALP member/champion facilitates these ongoing, intact groups. Members of the group share and gain ideas, insights, best practices, inspiration, and more.
The zoom link for each affinity group is only shared with members who have opted-in to specific groups. To sign up for an affinity group, click here.
For members who are signed up for Affinity Groups, you can access the Zoom link through the "projects/committees" drop-down after logging into the ALP website. more info...
A key ALP member benefit is connecting virtually with other members via Affinity Groups on a specific topic of interest.
An ALP member/champion facilitates these ongoing, intact groups. Members of the group share and gain ideas, insights, best practices, inspiration, and more.
The zoom link for each affinity group is only shared with members who have opted-in to specific groups. To sign up for an affinity group, click here.
For members who are signed up for Affinity Groups, you can access the Zoom link through the "projects/committees" drop-down after logging into the ALP website. more info...