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Ready to level up your leadership skills?!

Leadership Fort Wayne (LFW) is a nine-month program that trains, prepares, and inspires individuals to drive positive change in Fort Wayne-Allen County. Since 1983, more than 1,700 Leadership Fort Wayne alumni have gone on to make a significant impact in our community and beyond. Wherever you are on your leadership journey – emerging, seasoned, or somewhere in between – the LFW program can help you reach your full potential.

Join us for this free LFW 2027 Informational Webinar, where you'll hear more about the program, application process, and what to expect if you are selected as a participant. This virtual event will also include testimonials from LFW alumni and a brief overview of sponsorship options.

What’s included in LFW?!

• Inside Access & Resource Education – Go behind the scenes at some of the city’s vibrant venues and hear from thought leaders moving the needle forward.
• Valuable Skills – Grow your strengths in a fast-paced, engaging, and inspirational learning environment.
• Practical Experience – Put your skills to work in a community action team project and optional nonprofit board internship.
• Powerful Connections – Connect with classmates and the entire LFW network, a diverse group of more than 1,700 members.
• A Whole Lot of FUN! – Build memories to last through social and volunteer opportunities.

If you have not done so yet, please visit the Leadership Fort Wayne website to review additional information, qualifications, expectations, and key dates prior to the webinar. 

Applications for the LFW Class of 2027 are open September 8 - October 5, 2026. Program days will start in January 2027.