Welcome

MEET OUR LEADER

Karen Cleveland, LFI ‘05, President and CEO

Karen is the President and CEO of Leadership Fairfax. Prior to joining Leadership Fairfax, Karen was the principle of Cleveland Group, LLC and Cleveland Coaching Group, Reston, VA based companies specializing in helping leaders, teams and organizations identify and develop their full leadership potential.Previously, Karen served as President & CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Northern VA where she was known as a visionary leader and was credited with growing the organization into one of the most respected charitable organizations in the Metro DC area.

ABOUT US: Mission: To inspire, connect, develop and engage

leaders to impact issues facing Fairfax County and the region.

Established in 1987 with Fairfax Chamber of Commerce – Graduated inaugural class in 1988

Independent nonprofit organization since 1993 Nearly 2000 alumni across all sectors - business,

government and nonprofit. Community Partner (via our SERVEFairfax initiative)

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS

Leadership Fairfax Institute (LFI)Maximizes potential of senior leaders and C-suite executives to impact issues facing the region and improve high level management capacity. Meets one full day a month, usually the third Thursday, September to June.

Emerging Leaders Institute (ELI)Designed for mid-level career professionals, interested in growing their leadership skills, competencies and community connections. Meets one full day a month,usuallythe second Tuesday, September to June.

Lifetime Leaders Program (LLP)For seasoned professionals with a lifetime of experience looking for the next step after retirement. Helps individuals find ways to contribute to the community and have positive impact in various ways. Meets for six classes over a three-month period.

LEADERSHIP FAIRFAX SIGNATURE PROGRAM (LFI)

Augment & learn leadership competencies

Connect with leaders & decision makers

Convene discussions & work to impact issues facing the region

Build your professional network Explore Self-awareness,

authenticity, leadership styles

Public Infrastructure

Cradle to Career Education

Workforce Development

Healthcare Access

Affordable and Workforce Housing

Cultural Competency

Emergency Response

Social Support Services

TYPICAL LFI PROGRAM TOPICS

2020-2021 LFI PROGRAM TUITION$100 application fee

$5,400 tuition w/$500 deposit due upon acceptance

All program costs, materials and DiSC analysis Ten class days throughout the County and visit to Richmond

General Assembly (January)Membership to Leadership Fairfax thru Sept. 1, 2021One Ticket to Annual Alumni Reception Two tickets to Commencement in June of 2021 Tickets to Leadership Fairfax events at member pricingNote: Tuition assistance is available, based on need.

EMERGING LEADERS INSTITUTE (ELI) Increase leadership skills,

techniques & personal awareness Work with a leadership coach or

mentor to focus on goals and development

Improve understanding of Fairfax County & regional operations

Engage with local nonprofit to complete service project

Build your professional network

Negotiation Skills Project Management Public Speaking Conversational Intelligence

Healthy Workplaces Ethical Decision Making The Leadership Journey Servant Leadership

TYPICAL ELI PROGRAM TOPICS

2020-2021 ELI PROGRAM TUITION$100 application fee

$3,000 tuition w/$500 deposit due upon acceptance

All program costs, materials and DiSC analysis Ten class days throughout the County at various corporate,

government and nonprofit sites (Includes breakfast & lunch) Professional Coaching or MentoringMembership to Leadership Fairfax thru Sept. 1, 2021One ticket to Annual Alumni Reception Two tickets to Commencement in June of 2021 Tickets to Leadership Fairfax events at member pricingNote: Tuition Assistance is available, based on need

TIME COMMITMENT?ELI & LFI

Class program days = 1 full day/month Sept.-JuneClass Day Calendars for 2020/2021

Team time = approximately 20 hours outside of classELI: Dec–May: Non-Profit Project WorkLFI: Nov-May: Class Presentation Planning

Attendance and active involvement are expected.

Define and create a meaningful and fulfilling retirement experience

Explore the concept of Lifetime Leadership

Explore encore careers Build a personal network of

community leaders Recognize personal

contribution and impact

LIFETIME LEADERS PROGRAM (LLP)

Volunteerism Fairfax County Government Self-Awareness/ Reflection Generativity Theory

Boardsmanship Encore Careers Leading in Retirement Transition

TYPICAL LLP PROGRAM TOPICS

SPRING 2020 LLP PROGRAM TUITION

$25 application fee$500 tuition

All program costs and materials Six class days throughout the County at various corporate,

government and nonprofit sites (Includes breakfast & lunch)One Ticket to Annual Alumni Reception Two tickets to Commencement Tickets to Leadership Fairfax events at member pricing

Applications on our website at: https://www.leadershipfairfax.org/ProgramsForm – “save and continue later”1st Round Deadline, 4/27/202nd Round Deadline, 6/1/20 Then, rolling acceptance until fullDecisions Announced May/JunePrograms start September 2020

LFI/ELI APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications on our website at: https://www.leadershipfairfax.org/ProgramsForm – “save and continue later”Deadline, 3/9/20Then, rolling acceptance until fullDecisions announced mid-MarchProgram starts March 25, 2020

SPRING 2020 LLP APPLICATION PROCESS

Annual Alumni Reception Board of Supervisors Breakfast Networking Events

Northern Virginia Leadership Awards Class Commencement and Party Volunteer Outreach

LEADERSHIP FAIRFAX EVENTSLEADERSHIP FAIRFAX HOSTS FUN EVENTS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR TOO!

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karen@leadershipfairfax.org

(O) 703.752.7555

(C) 703.597.7495

andy@leadershipfairfax.org

(O) 703.752.7555

(C) 703.888.7844

lauri@leadershipfairfax.org

(O) 703.752.7553

(C) 703.350.6296

innocentia@leadershipfairfax.org

(O) 703.752.7555

(C) 434.942.6143

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MEET THE STAFF

Andy Sigle, LFI ‘14, Chief Operating Officer and Vice President of External Affairs

After spending almost 30 years in the telecommunications industry, Andy entered the next phase of his work-life focusing on our Fairfax County community. Graduating from LFI in 2014, Andy switched gears and embarked on a series of volunteer and part-time employment opportunities in the community including time with Cornerstones, Reston Association, Southgate Community Center Advisory Council, Lake Anne Brew House, Homegrown Power Yoga, Reston Historic Trust and The Reston Chorale. A proud recipient of the 2018 Best of Reston award, Andy is our Chief Operating Officer and Vice President of External Relations.

MEET THE STAFF

Lauri Swift, LFI ’14, Director of Administration

Lauri joined Leadership Fairfax in 2016 after graduating from LFI in 2014. Coming from the Dulles Regional Chamber of Commerce, she brings an additional layer of relationships and understanding of the community. Lauri’s role is to support the administration and members of our organization.

MEET THE STAFF

Innocentia Afa, Programs Manager

Innocentia joined Leadership Fairfax in 2019. Her previous role was at the Madeira School where she was an assistant director of Admission. Prior to her time at Madeira, she spent almost nine years at Legacy International, a non-profit based in the central Virginia area. Innocentia oversees Leadership Fairfax’s LFI Signature Program, the Emerging Leaders Institute, and Lifetime Leaders Program.