Session Logistics:
WMLP offers a mix of in-person and virtual sessions. Participants will be expected to attend the August and November sessions in-person. The September, October, and December sessions will take place virtually.
Who Should Apply:
This program is open to Michigan women with a demonstrated interest in serving as local government managers.
Program Cost:
We are proud of our commitment to keep this opportunity financially accessible. This five-month training is supported by the Michigan Municipal League along with a number of generous sponsors – and is provided cost-free to selected participants.
Application Requirements:
Complete application (online form) including supporting documents.
Application & Acceptance Timeline:
Stay tuned for 2023 program details.
Participation Expectation:
WMLP is a competitive program, with significantly more qualified applicants than spots available. For those accepted, the program incorporates practical topic education, personal leadership development, and interactive dialogue that rely on active participation for best results. For these reasons, participation in all five sessions is expected.
Program Details
Program Dates
Stay tuned for upcoming program dates!
Curriculum at a Glance
Tentative
IN-PERSON SESSION
August | |
8:30 am – 9:00 am | Sign-In & Networking |
9:00 am – 9:30 am | Welcome & Introductions |
9:30 am – 12:15 pm | Eight Key Financial Areas Every Manager Should Know: Part I – Budgeting Karen Lancaster |
12:30 pm – 1:45 pm | Luncheon |
2:15 pm – 4:45 pm | Leadership & Executive Development Heidi Frye, UpWords, Inc. |
VIRTUAL SESSION
Day 1 | |
9:00 am – 9:30 am | Welcome |
9:30 am – 12:30 pm | Eight Key Financial Areas Every Manager Should Know: Part II Karen Lancaster |
Day 2 | |
9:00 am – 11:30 am | Leadership & Executive Development Heidi Frye, President, UpWords, Inc. |
11:30 am – 12:30 pm | Panel: Leadership & Success as a Woman Executive |
VIRTUAL SESSION
Day 1 | |
9:00 am – 12:30 pm | Economic Development Deb Stuart |
Day 2 | |
9:00 am – 11:30 am | Leadership & Executive Development Heidi Frye, President, UpWords, Inc. |
11:30 am – 12:30 pm | Panel Discussion |
IN-PERSON SESSION
November | |
9:00 am – 10:00 am | Local Government Roles & Responsibilities Chris Johnson |
10:00 am – 12:00 pm | Council-Manager Relationships Professional Organizations Supporting Managers: MME & ICMA Panel Discussion Adam Smith, City Manager, City of Grand Ledge |
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm | Lunch |
1:00 pm – 3:30 pm | Leadership & Executive Development Heidi Frye, UpWords, Inc. |
VIRTUAL SESSION
Day 1 | |
9:00 am – 12:30 pm | Interviewing & Negotiation |
Day 2 | |
9:00 am – 11:30 am | Mock Interviews |
11:30 am – 12:30 pm | Leadership Wrap-Up |