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Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders

Through LRCC Leadership Programs

n an ever-evolving business ATHENA WIN Aspiring Leaders
landscape, investing in
I leadership development is no
longer optional—it’s essential. The
Lansing Regional Chamber of
Commerce (LRCC) is proud to offer
a suite of leadership programs
that empower professionals at all
levels to grow, connect, and lead
with purpose. Through Leadership
Lansing, Inclusive Leadership, and
ATHENA WIN Aspiring Leaders,
LRCC provides intentional, high-
impact experiences designed to
build stronger individuals, teams,
and organizations.

WHY EMPLOYERS SHOULD INVEST
to creating cultures of equity and belonging. Through
Supporting employees’ participation a combination of personal leadership development,
in these programs is more than expert-led learning, and peer engagement, participants
professional development—it’s explore how to lead inclusively, build trust, and
a strategic investment in your influence positive change within their organizations
organization’s future. Participants and communities. Facilitated by Dr. Tonya C. Bailey, this
gain practical skills, fresh program is rooted in self-awareness, trust-building, and
perspectives, and expanded courageous leadership.
networks that they bring back to the
workplace. They return energized, Sarah Bakken, ATHENA WIN Aspiring Leaders is a seven-month
empowered, and better equipped Talent Development mentorship and development program focused on
to lead teams, drive innovation, and Manager, Lansing supporting women in leadership. Designed for early- to
foster inclusive cultures, with a Regional Chamber of mid-career professionals, the program offers structured
renewed sense of purpose. Commerce monthly discussions, one-on-one mentorship, and group
learning opportunities. Participants are paired with
“Each of our programs is intentionally designed to meet experienced mentors and provided with resources to
professionals where they are in their leadership journey,” strengthen their leadership skills and personal growth.
said Sarah Bakken, Talent Development Manager at the
Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce. “Whether WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?
someone is building confidence in their first leadership
role or driving inclusive change at the executive level, our • Early- and mid-career professionals who are ready to
programs provide the tools, structure, and community to grow in leadership and impact
support that growth.” • Team leads and managers looking to build inclusive
and collaborative work environments
Programs Overview • Executives and HR professionals focused on equity-
driven leadership development and committed to
Leadership Lansing is an eight-month cohort-based inclusive excellence
program for rising and established professionals seeking • Women leaders seeking mentorship, connection,
a deeper understanding of the region and their role in and professional advancement
shaping its future. Participants engage directly with
leaders from business, government, education, and No matter where you or your employees are in their
nonprofit sectors, gaining an insider’s view of the issues, journey, LRCC leadership programs meet them where
opportunities, and assets that shape our community. they are—and help take them where they want to go.

Inclusive Leadership is a newly launched, year-long For more information and to apply, visit
program designed for professionals who are committed lansingchamber.org. u

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