by Admin | Jan 17, 2023 | Class Day Spotlight
The HCLA Class of 2023 came together to learn about Criminal Justice & Public Safety in early January. We focused on the county’s court system, probation services, emergency call center, and more. We ended our class day by touring the Hamilton County Jail. I was...
by Admin | Dec 13, 2022 | Class Day Spotlight
December’s class day was another great HCLA day, focused on the topic of education in Hamilton County. This one is near and dear to me. As usual, I thought all of the guest speakers and conversations were excellent. Everyone was very engaging, but also very...
by Admin | Nov 16, 2022 | Class Day Spotlight
In November, the HCLA’s 2023 Class met on the campus of Ivy Tech Hamilton County for a day centered on diversity, equity, access, and inclusion (DEAI). The day included keynote presentations and panel discussions. HCLA’s DEAI Day was an enjoyable and...
by Admin | Oct 17, 2022 | Class Day Spotlight
The Class of 2023 recently met to learn about the planning and infrastructure of Hamilton County. We started off with a tour highlighting key developments in each of the four major cities in the county. After a lunch break, we heard from county and business leaders...
by Admin | Sep 20, 2022 | Class Day Spotlight
Earlier this month, members from the Hamilton County Leadership Academy (HCLA), Class of 2023, attended County & Municipal Government Day. The day was packed full of learning as participants heard from numerous community stakeholders that provided insight into the...
by Admin | Jun 15, 2022 | Class Day Spotlight
Just over a year ago, I received an email from HCLA President Alaina Shonkwiler asking to meet for lunch. While I consider Alaina a friend and an incredible dancer (she was a contestant the first year of Meals on Wheels of Hamilton County Dancing With Our Stars), I...