Leadership Monadnock is an intensive nine-month community leadership program, held October through June. Each session is designed to immerse participants in the truly critical aspects that drive the dynamic nature of the regional economy and quality of life. Each session is structured to present multiple aspects of a topic through a combination of presentations by experienced professionals and subject matter experts, group discussions, and other experiences. Participants will have access to other community leaders who are experts in their respective fields including business, government, education, nonprofits, social services, the arts, and other organizations in the region.
Program Schedule
October through June
2nd Wednesday of the Month
8:30am to 4:00pm
Locations Across the Monadnock Region
Session Information
Date Topics
10/9/2024 Session 1 – Orientation and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (DEIB) in the Monadnock Region
11/13/2024 Session 2 – Regional Landscape
12/11/2024 Session 3 – Government & Policy
1/8/2025 Session 4 – Community Safety & Justice
2/12/2025 Session 5 – Education
3/12/2025 Session 6 – Economic Development
4/9/2025 Session 7 – Health & Wellness
5/14/2025 Session 8 – Monadnock Region
6/18/2025* Session 9 – Wrap Up & Action Plans (*updated 4.2025)
Program Requirements
Each session of Leadership Monadnock is a full day on the second Wednesday of each month, October through June. Before beginning your application, please review the session dates to ensure your full day availability for each session. By submitting an application, each candidate confirms that they have the full support and commitment of their employer.
If a participant misses more than two sessions, they will be dropped from the program and tuition is non-refundable. If you are not able to fully participate, please wait to apply for a future year’s cohort.
Tuition for Leadership Monadnock is $1,200 for Greater Monadnock Collaborative members and $1,500 for not yet members. Partial scholarships are available on a very limited basis. If you wish to request scholarship assistance, please email a letter describing your need for assistance and the amount requested to Michelle at michelle@greatermonadnock.com.
Application period EXTENDED through Monday, September 2nd!
Key Program Dates
Week of August 26th – Acceptance Letters and invoices will be emailed
September 23 – Tuition payments, in full, are due
Save the Date to Celebrate!
Leadership Monadnock Class of 2025
Graduation Celebration & Alumni Gathering
Wednesday, June 18th at 5:30 pm
Leadership Monadnock Class of 2025 is IN SESSION. Get notified when applications open for our next cohort, Leadership Monadnock Class of 2026!
Sponsorship Opportunities
Program Sponsorships
PROGRAM SPONSOR: $3,000
- Logo on session materials throughout the program.
- Recognition on the Greater Monadnock Collaborative’s social media and website.
- Opportunity to speak at session(s) of your choice, share your business information, and your organization’s perspective on the importance of community leadership in the Monadnock Region.
- Two (2) tickets to the Leadership Monadnock Class of 2025 Celebration & Alumni Gathering in June.
SINGLE-DAY SPONSOR: $800 Exclusive Sponsorship/$500 Shared Sponsorship
- Logo on session materials for the day(s) you sponsor.
- Recognition on the Greater Monadnock Collaborative’s social media and website.
- Opportunity to share your business information digitally or in person on the day(s) you sponsor.
graduation Celebration & alumni gathering sponsorships
WELCOME SPONSOR: $1,500
(2 spots available)
- Recognition on the Greater Monadnock Collaborative’s social media and website.
- Display space to present a banner and share swag.
- Two (2) tickets to the Leadership Monadnock Class of 2025 Celebration & Alumni Gathering in June.
- Welcome speech from key representative to our graduates and alumni.
LEADERSHIP SPONSOR: $100
- Recognition on the Greater Monadnock Collaborative’s social media and website.
GRADUATION SPONSOR: $500
(3 spots available)
- Recognition on the Greater Monadnock Collaborative’s social media and website.
- Display space to present a banner and share swag.
- One (1) ticket to the Leadership Monadnock Class of 2025 Celebration & Alumni Gathering in June.