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PACA’s Emerging Leaders Academy (PELA)
PELA is a 10-month hybrid program consisting of both online and in-person educational sessions and networking opportunities. There is no better way to elevate the potential leaders in your company than by having them participate in this program. Commitment to the 10 month program is key. Travel with overnight stays throughout Pennsylvania is a required part of the program.
Class members have the opportunity to meet key industry and legislative leaders throughout the commonwealth; tour industry plants and facilities throughout the state; and learn valuable leadership and life lessons skills they can bring back to the benefit of their company and peers. Led by an instructor and facilitator, class size is limited to 20 students as selected by the members of our PELA board of trustees. The curriculum is exceptional and includes mandatory participation in a Cornerstone Project to be presented at the PACA Annual Meeting.