IGNITE Leadership Academy 2016-17 | Page 3

BENEFITS Mission Vision To create an engaged group of transformational senior living leaders who are prepared to serve their own organizations and support the goals of LeadingAge New York in an exemplary and innovative fashion. • • • • To facilitate the development and growth of the next generation of senior Learn how leaders become more authentic as they clarify their personal values and create their own unique leadership legacy; Understand what it means to be a visionary leader who embraces culture change and innovation; Adopt the practices required for networking and partnership building within and outside the organization; and, Manage energy levels for high performance and model behaviors that enhance personal credibility. 2016-2017 Learning Schedule and Themes Participants will engage in four face-to-face learning experiences that include visits to member communities, intimate conversations with aging services leaders and self-exploration of leadership styles through exercises and readings. The selected dates for the 2016-2017 LeadingAge New York IGNITE Leadership Academy are as follows: Date Region Theme living leaders in New York State, with a focus on internal and external relationship building, the sharing of best practices, and a passion for continuous learning. Values Collaboration Generous Listening Thoughtful Questioning Sept 13 – 14 Western New York Discovering Our Authentic Leadership Dec. 6 – 7 Rochester Collaborating and Partnership Building Feb. 16 – 17 Capital/Northern Leading Change and Innovation Open Communication April 25 – 26 Hudson Valley Harnessing the Power of Full Engagement Diversity Responsiveness