Introduction to leadership ontario

September 12 & 13, 2024

During these two opening days, participants will get to know each other through exploring their own leadership strengths. Through several engaging activities, participants will explore leadership competencies.

Tourism, arts & culture in Ontario County

December 6, 2024

Learn about the history and importance of Hospitality and Tourism in Ontario County with panel discussions on cultural and natural assets, a locally sourced farm-to-table lunch, and learn from area entrepreneurs in the booming craft beer, wine and cider industries.

Innovation in Education

January 10, 2025

This day focuses on exploring the vast challenges that face our educational system today. Discussions will cover issues surrounding education at both the K-12 and higher educational levels, including the impact of poverty on student success. A panel discussion will explore innovative practices at our local public education schools districts as well as colleges. Facilitators will guide discussions that will highlight enrollment, curriculum, career readiness and regional employment. Participants will depart with specific ideas that promote a culture of innovation in your organization, and ways to engage the next generation of leaders in our community.

Understanding Ontario county demographics and poverty

April 11, 2025

Traditional measures of poverty do not capture the magnitude of people who are struggling financially. For far too many families, the cost of living outpaces what they earn. These households struggle to manage even their most basic needs-housing, food, transportation, child care, health care, and necessary technology. We will explore how many local community organizations have recognized the need is greater than those identified by poverty measurements and offer programs and services to all those who need assistance.

making history: Leading and Governing Then, Now and Beyond

October 18, 2024

Ontario County has a long history of cutting edge leadership and innovation, one that predates the county itself. Participants will learn about the advanced democratic government of the Haudenosaunee, early luminaries of the United States and hear directly from modern community, political and business leaders. This day will also provide an overview of Ontario County government as well as other local governments in our County.

Mid-program check-In and Community Service PrOject

February 7, 2025

This day builds upon core leadership competencies and applies lessons learned over the course of the program. Participants will also work together on a community service project.

From Commodity to innovation: Economic Development

may 9, 2025

$205,160,000: According to the USDA, this is the value of agriculture commodity sales in Ontario county in 2017. Agriculture encompasses many different businesses - from farming to food production to wholesaling to transportation to seed breeding to auction houses to farmers markets - all businesses whose goal is to bring food from the farm to your table. Leadership Ontario participants will visit, meet, and learn from agriculture professionals to see why our land is particularly well suited for farming and our vulture is particularly well suited for innovation in food processing and production.

Community Health Report

November 8, 2024

Join leaders in our community who are actively engaged in the health and well-being of those who live in Ontario County. What role does Public Health play in the overall picture of addressing the needs of Ontario County? From prevention to urgent care, how are our hospitals working with and for our community? What is a Federally Qualified Health Center? What are the services offered to those in our community with substance use and mental health disorders? From youth to veteran to our aging population, let’s have a conversation about the providers and resources available in Ontario County.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

March 7, 2025

This day focuses on diversity, equality, and inclusion as part of our community’s dynamics. Participants will be challenged to explore their own beliefs and attitudes and gain insight into how they impact themselves and others.

Ontario County United Way Day of Caring

Exact Date TBD - Likely MAY 2025

Participants will engage in a community project through the United Way of Ontario County’s Day of Caring.

Commitment to Leadership Ontario

June 6, 2025

This closing day is a day of reflection. The group will spend quality time reflecting on the lessons learned from the focused sessions and develop personal actionable plans for taking action and giving back to the community.