HCLA BLOG

The HCLA Blog allows alumni, community partners, and interested applicants to gain a glimpse into the experiences and connectivity HCLA offers.  The HCLA Blog highlights class day experiences, leadership lessons, and Hamilton Connection and alumni spotlights.

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Hamilton Connections Spotlight | Stephanie Perry

As we reach peak summertime in Hamilton County, there is no better time to experience all the outdoor adventures that our community has to offer. I’ve spent almost my entire life in Hamilton County, and no matter what stage of your life you are in, there is a way to...

Hamilton Connections Spotlight | Sherese Martin

If someone had told me years ago that I’d look forward to waking up EARLY to RUN  3.1 miles with a crowd of strangers, I would have literally laughed out loud. But here I am, genuinely excited every time a 5K pops up on my calendar. The truth is: 5Ks are fun. Like,...

Class of 2025 | Program Reflection

"A mind is like a parachute. It doesn't work if it is not open." – Frank Zappa Over the past 10 months, I’ve had the opportunity to open my mind in remarkable ways through my participation in the Hamilton County Leadership Academy (HCLA). I’m filled with immense...

Hamilton Connections Spotlight | Adriann Young

Education: The Foundation of Hamilton County's Success As President & CEO of the Noblesville Schools Education Foundation (NSEF), I have had the distinct honor of serving this community for eight years. This role has allowed me to become deeply embedded within the...

Hamilton Connections Spotlight | Carla Hill

Have you noticed new buildings rising across Hamilton County, sporting names you’ve never heard before? Companies like INCOG, Stevanato Group, Genezen, Pure Pharmacy, Bang’s Laboratories, Telix Pharmaceuticals, and Helmer Scientific are part of a growing wave of life...

Class of 2025 Spotlight | Public Safety Class Day

So many of us feel safe in Hamilton County, right? Why is that? On March 13, the HCLA Class of 2025 was determined to find out! We started the day at City Hall in Noblesville. We discussed Public Safety efforts around Hamilton County and more about how the county has...

Hamilton Connections Spotlight | Sarah Buckner

March is Disability Awareness Month, a time to celebrate inclusion, promote accessibility, and reflect on ways we can create a more welcoming community for all. Residents of, and visitors to, Hamilton County are uniquely positioned to lead by example—whether as...

Class of 2025 Spotlight | Education Class Day

Education is the bedrock of any thriving community. In Hamilton County, our schools are among the best in the state—and even the country—attracting families who seek top-tier learning opportunities for their children. However, the landscape of education is changing...