Beth Gehlhausen named Curriculum Dean
The Hamilton County Leadership Academy (HCLA) has selected 33 individuals who live or work in Hamilton County to take part in its 11-month community leadership program. HCLA connects community leaders to issues, causes, and opportunities. After completing the program, graduates are prepared to assume active roles in addressing critical issues facing Hamilton County.
This year, Beth Gehlhausen, executive director of Meals on Wheels of Hamilton County and a 1994 HCLA graduate, will lead the class as Curriculum Dean.
Gehlhausen
“I am excited to be part of this vibrant organization and its unquestionable impact on the Hamilton County community,” Gehlhausen said. “As a graduate and past board member, I am aware of the unique opportunity afforded to each class member, … delving into Hamilton County history, discovering more about local government and business, and exploring many other local topics over the next several months. I am looking forward to meeting and learning with this phenomenal group of class members!”
The dean, who provides meaningful insight and expertise to class members throughout the year, is an ambassador for the program in the community and collaborates with the HCLA Executive Director and Board of Directors on an ongoing basis.
“This year we had a tremendous pool of talent apply to the program. Our new class has a clear desire to learn, connect, and lead,” said Executive Director Andrea Marley. “Our board and staff are now tasked to create a framework for calculated strategic growth. This is truly an exciting time for our organization.”
HCLA classes meet monthly from August through June. The program touches on a variety of topics, including Government, Public Safety, Education, Business, and Arts and Culture. Participants will hear from more than 100 community, nonprofit and business leaders throughout Hamilton County.
About 800 community leaders have gone through the HCLA program since it was founded in 1991. Last month, the organization honored 30 of its graduates who have made a significant impact on Hamilton County. Gehlhausen was among those Impact Award winners.
For more information, visit hcla.net.
For additional information about the program, contact Andrea Marley at amarley@HCLA.net or (317) 650-3975.
About Hamilton County Leadership Academy
The Hamilton County Leadership Academy helps leaders connect to their communities so they can make a difference. Everything the organization does is tied to one of their three pillars: Learn, connect and lead. The core program and related curriculum helps participants gain a deeper knowledge and understanding of Hamilton County. Its 30-year history in the community and about 800 alumni provide meaningful connections throughout the county. A commitment to leading in the community challenges participants and alumni to seek out issues, causes, and projects that will help to make Hamilton County an amazing place to live, work and play.