Clone of 2025-2026 Signature Program Application

Signature Program Application

2026-2027
Leadership Toledo exists to cultivate a community of leaders dedicated to serving with authenticity and purpose.

Through our programming, Leadership Toledo offers participants the opportunity to:
- Become a more confident leader
- Connect with your community on a deeper level
- Grow in stronger self-awareness
- Serve in ways that are meaningful to you and your community
Our goal is to assemble a class that represents the greater Toledo community, and is as diverse as possible to enrich the learning experience for all.
Personal Information:
Full Name*

First NameLast Name
Name Pronunciation:
Preferred First Name (if different than above):
Date of Birth:*

MonthDayYear
Asian/South AsianBlack/African/Afro-CaribbeanCaucasianHispanic/LatinxNative AmericanMiddle Eastern/ArabPacific IslanderPrefer not to sayPrefer to self-describeOther
Gender (optional):
Pronouns (optional):
Years Residing in Toledo area:*
Home address:*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Cell Phone:*

Area CodePhone Number
Preferred Email:*
All communication will go to this address
Secondary Email:*
Only used in the event of job change or firewall issues
College:
Degree/Major:
Other College:
Degree/Major:
Place of Employment:*
Title/Position:*
Supervisor Name:*
Please provide the information of the individual you report to. We will include them on initial communications with the class calendar
Supervisor Email:*
YesNoI don't knowOther
Business Address:*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Photo for Class Directory (rename file "LAST NAME _ FIRST NAME" before submitting):*

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Dietary Restrictions:*
T-Shirt Size:*
Civic & Professional Involvement:
Business and Professional Affiliations:
(Please list the organization, position held and year - current or past)
Community Involvement:
(Please list volunteer roles, committee service, neighborhood or civic engagement - current or past)
Awards & Recognition:
(Please list professional, civic, or community honors)
Beyond the Resume:

Suggested length is noted for each question. Short, thoughtful answers are preferred over lengthy essays.
What are your hobbies and interests outside of work?*
Suggested length: 2–3 sentences
Outside of your job title, how would the people who know you best describe what you bring to a room?*
Suggested length: 2–3 sentences
What do you hope Leadership Toledo challenges or changes about how you lead?*
Suggested length: 2-3 sentences
What does "community" mean to you, and how has that definition evolved over time?*
Suggested length: 2–3 sentences
What is one challenge facing the Toledo region that you think about most, and why does it matter to you personally?*
Suggested length: 3–5 sentences

Commitment:

Tuition is $3,625 payable no later than August 30, 2026, and includes all materials and lunches. Limited funds are available for partial scholarships. Scholarship application available here. Requests for tuition assistance will be considered on the basis of demonstrated need and class composition.

Payment programs are also available. Contact arika@leadershiptoledo.org for more information.

Participation requirements:

1.) 80% attendance at sessions. The program calendar may be viewed at the bottom of this page. Please note the opening and closing retreats are MANDATORY. If you miss more than 20% of sessions, you may be asked to exit the program without a refund.

2.) Present for the entire session day (arriving on time, staying until adjourned)

3.) Project work in small groups, commitment determined by group members.
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Signature*

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I hereby submit my application for the Signature Program Class of 2027. I understand the time commitment involved, program goals, and effort necessary to be a contributing member of the Signature Program.

If you have any corrections after submitting this form, please call our office at 419.241.7371 or reach out to Arika Michaelis at arika@Leadershiptoledo.org
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Signature Program Application

Personal Information:

Civic & Professional Involvement:

Beyond the Resume: