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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Class of 2026 Spotlight | Agriculture Day
This month, we had the unique opportunity to spend our class day at Beck’s Hybrids, the largest family-owned retail seed company and the third-largest seed brand in the United States, located right here in Hamilton County. We heard from many leaders in the agriculture...
Class of 2026 Spotlight | Education Day
On Thursday, January 8, the HCLA Class of 2026 met for the Education Day at the Noblesville Schools Community Center near Noblesville High School. As an educator who lives and works in Hamilton County, I enjoyed the variety of...
Class of 2026 Spotlight | Workforce & Economic Development Day
Last week, members of the Hamilton County Leadership Academy Class of 2026 gathered for Workforce and Economic Development Day at Abbott Laboratories, a fitting venue that perfectly highlights the strength and promise of our community. As we stepped inside Abbott’s...
Class of 2026 Spotlight | Planning & Infrastructure Day
What an energizing day of leadership learning! We kicked off the day with 2019 HCLA Alum Drew Braley, principal and VP of Landscape Architecture at Browning Day. Our class explored the complexities of Planning and Infrastructure in Hamilton County, gaining eye-opening...
Class of 2026 Spotlight | County & Municipal Government Day
The HCLA Class of 2026 met at the Westfield Washington Public Library (WWPL), a beautiful space that the local community was taking full advantage of on a Wednesday morning. It was a jam-packed day that addressed many of the questions I had when joining HCLA. WWPL...
Hamilton Connection Spotlight | Laura Musall
Fall is the new spring for the Hamilton County housing market. The fall housing market will feel a bit more like spring this year. Inventory is up, interest rates are dipping, and momentum is building. Let’s break down what’s happening in Hamilton County. After a few...
Class of 2026 Spotlight | Diversity & Belonging Day
The Hamilton County Leadership Academy (HCLA) Class of 2026 (#bestclassever) began our journey together in a setting that matched the spirit of the day: West Park in Carmel, home to an accessible playground surrounded by nature and designed for inclusion. It was the...
Hamilton Connections Spotlight | Brian Heaton
Libraries in the 21st Century I have the pleasure of serving as the President of the Board of Directors of the Westfield Library Foundation, whose mission is to provide financial and community support for the Westfield Washington Public Library. We truly believe that...
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,...