HCLA Blog
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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...
Class of 2025 Spotlight | Quality of Life Class Day
The HCLA Quality of Life Day on April 17, held at the Westfield Washington Public Library, offered our class a profound exploration of what truly sustains community well-being beyond visible prosperity. The agenda promised insights into the services and agencies that...
Class of 2025 Spotlight | Quality of Place Class Day
"In Full Bloom: May We Belong — Where the Art of Place Meets Purpose." This felt especially true during our recent Hamilton County Leadership Academy session, where we explored the theme Quality of Place—how belonging is nurtured through thoughtful spaces, shared...
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...
Hamilton Connections Spotlight | Angie Frazier
Spring is coming! But what do we do in the meantime? I asked friends from all over Hamilton County how they spend their time here in the winter months. I was pleased to find that no matter how cold, most residents still make their way outdoors! We are fortunate to...