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Foundations of Leadership - Leadership Stark County

5/4/2026 - 8/31/2026

Description

FOUNDATIONS OF LEADERSHIP is a 6-week soft-skills development program for young professionals ages 18–30 focused on building confidence, communication ability, and professional presence.


Below are the OUTCOMES expected:

1. Participants build confidence and strengthen essential soft skills in public speaking and presenting, email writing, active listening, networking, professional presence, and workplace and dining etiquette.

2. It is a cohort-based experience, and they gain clear guidance, practical dos and don’ts of the workplace, peer collaboration, and hands-on learning & practice to build a strong foundation for future success.



Program Cost: $675
Starting: May 4, 2026
When: Mondays | 9:00–11:00 AM

Program Schedule

Week 1 – Professional Presence & Workplace Communication – May 4
Week 2 – Presentation Skills & Public Speaking (Part 1) – May 11
Week 3 – Networking: In-Person & Online – May 18
Week 4 – Presentation Skills & Public Speaking (Part 2) – June 1
Week 5 – Professional Etiquette & Workplace Events – June 8
Week 6 – Leadership Showcase & Graduation – June 15

Program Goals

  • Prepare participants to represent themselves and their organizations effectively
  • Strengthen communication and presentation skills in professional settings
  • Build confidence in networking and relationship-building
  • Develop a polished professional presence, online and in person
  • Equip early-career professionals with foundational leadership habits
Pricing

Cost: $675
Leadership Stark County
222 Market Ave N
Canton, OH 44702
Event Contact
Julia Kasper
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5/4/2026 - 8/31/2026

Mondays, 9 - 11 AM

Week 1 – Professional Presence & Workplace Communication – 5/4

Week 2 – Presentation Skills & Public Speaking (Part 1) – 5/11

Week 3 – Networking: In-Person & Online – 5/18

Week 4 – Presentation Skills & Public Speaking (Part 2) – 6/1

Week 5 – Professional Etiquette & Workplace Events – 6/8

Week 6 – Leadership Showcase & Graduation – 6/15

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