IGNITE Leadership Academy 2016-17 | Page 2

WHY APPLY? LeadingAge New York IGNITE Leadership Academy arose from members’ experience with the national program and the realization that discussion and learning is also needed at the state level. “Priceless. A great program that is so beneficial for new leaders and even experienced leaders to participate – life long learning!” “I believe my return on investment from this program is far greater than the time and effort invested in the program. The connections, friendships and personal growth achieved through the direction of our team leader is immeasurable.” “This program has been incredibly helpful. It allows us to reflect on, analyze, and openly discuss goals, experiences and challenges as leaders. This program helps foster ideas among peers. It not only builds upon our network but also among our friendships.” “I feel that the experience was worth the investment; meeting other leaders, hearing their stories and bringing back creative, useful, concrete concepts that can be used in my everyday work practices to help balance work and home life.” “I think the program was completely worth it. I gained knowledge and skills that are actually being used after each session. Sometimes you go to courses and have nothing that you can use to model new behavior when you go back to work. These classes are different.” “Life changing!” “I appreciated that in each session the facilitators pushed us to get out of our comfort zones. I feel I gained more self confidence during the program because of this. It was a safe, non-judgemental environment to be able to learn in.” What IGNITE graduates are saying! “I found the program very worthwhile. I have little doubt that there will always be some pieces of the work I did here present with me everyday of the rest of my career. The time investment was minor compared to the reward.” “The program has given me an opportunity to take a step back, reflect, learn, collaborate, and make real progress at a personal and professional level.” “This has been the best leadership-based program I have been involved with.” “I have experienced so much growth after every session. Every meeting has afforded me such an opportunity to impact my organizations. I am so empowered to foster positive change.” LeadingAge New York IGNITE Leadership Academy provides approximately 30 credits from the National Association of Long Term Care Administrator Boards (NAB) and a total of 60 generic continuing education credits each year.