Leadership Howard County Announcements | May 2021
"Do not wait for someone else to come and speak for you. It's you who can change the world."  
—Malala Yousafzai
Upcoming Events & Program Updates
Mark your calendar for Tuesday, May 11 for LHC's next Thought Leaders program. We're excited to welcome Calvin Butler, Jr., Senior Executive Vice President/Exelon & CEO/ Exelon Utlilities, to talk about his leadership vision and style and, why partnerships and collaborations are critical to solving challenges faced by our communities.
Agenda
10:30 am Networking

11 am     Welcome – Program – Q&A/Discussion: Calvin Butler, Jr. & Brian
Walter, LP '01, Market President/Chesapeake Region, M&T Bank

12 pm     Adjournment
Special thanks to our Title Sponsor, M&T Bank, and Presenting Session Sponsor, BGE
LHC is hosting an Information Forum about the 2022 Leadership Premier program,
Friday, May 7 from 1:30 to 3 pm. Current class member, Anika Baty-Mills, LP ’21, and recent grad, Jason Zhao, LP ’20, will discuss their program experiences and individual take-aways. Click here to register.

Deadline to apply is May 17, 2021. Visit www.leadershiphc.org for more details, a link to the application, and related materials.
This new, interactive workshop series, geared to current high school sophomores and juniors, will be offered over three sessions (May 19 – May 26 – and June 2 - all dates from 12 to 2 pm). This engaging program will cover valuable leadership skills to prepare students for today and beyond. Also, the following topics will be addressed:

  • Leadership Qualities, Values, Skills & Networking;  
  • Business Etiquette & Effective Communication; 
  • Goal Setting, Active Listening, Feedback & Decision-Making, and Presentation Skills
Join us Wednesday, May 26 from 9 to 10:30 am for a conversation about the current status of Howard County's General/Master Plan update. HoCo By Design is the County's community outreach effort implemented to get feedback and input during this process... come learn what role you can play!
Leadership Louisville Center's Best of Leadership Summit is taking place May 13 from 9 am to 5 pm. As a partner organization, LHC is excited to extend this invitation to our membership and offer a $100 discount - just use the event code LHC250 at registration. This session is sure to be filled with inspiration, practical lessons, and performance-boosting benefits and LHC will get a portion of the proceeds. You won’t want to miss this incredible lineup, so grab your tickets now. Click here for more details and to register. 
The National Leadership Network's next installment of Discussions that Matter: Compassion, is scheduled for May 18 from 11:30 am to 1 pm. LHC alumni, Chetana Bhat, LP '20, will be a featured panelist during this session. Click here for more information and to register. Please note registration closes 8 pm, May 17.

To view the previously recorded Discussions that Matter: Trust, click here.
Leadership Premier 2021
Leadership Premier's recent Safety Day session was held as a hybrid-learning day. Thank you to the planning committee for making this a terrific session and the Robey Training Center and staff for being an awesome host!
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Community Impact Project (CIP) Spotlights
Community Impact Projects (CIPS) are important components of both the Leadership Premier (LP) and Leadership Essentials (LE) programs. Program participants work in small teams with a host organization to address a challenge or strategic issue that needs attention. LHC is pleased to highlight the efforts of our LP 2021 individual teams and host organizations. Information Sessions for the 2021-22 process will be announced soon - visit the LHC website for updates.
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The United Way of Central Maryland (UWCM) CIP is focused on supporting a new daycare center, specifically to assist ALICE (asset limited, income constrained, employed) families living in Howard County. One of the highest expenses, behind rent, is daycare, with an average cost of about $22,900/year. Even though Howard County has the highest median income in the State, it also has one of the highest costs of living.

According to a recent UWCM report, 28% of Howard County families struggle to make ends meet. The Team's efforts have focused on researching transportation options to and from the Center and are proud to be involved in a project that will provide great assistance to working families.

CIP Team Members: Mavis Ellis, Bruce Fulton, Hima Jain, Anirudh Paduru, and Erica White.
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The Mission of Get on the Bus (GOTB) is to break down financial and transportation barriers for kids in order to play recreational soccer on a team in their community, as well as learn valuable life skills and good study habits through this free after-school program. GOTB launched a pilot program in Maryland through the Ellicott City Soccer Club in spring, 2018, serving participants from 41 elementary schools. After this inaugural season, they were recognized as a ground-breaking program by the Maryland Stat Youth Soccer Association and received the Grassroots Futures Award.

Kids are able to use the skills they learn on and off the field to make positive contributions to their communities.  Working with GOTB, the CIP Team has focused on continue expanding program awareness across Howard County, increasing partnership and sponsorship opportunities and, identifying pathways for continued growth and success.

CIP Team Members: Wendy Lenoir, Diane Martin, Kerri Phillips, Trish Schneider, and Nette Stokes.
It's hard to believe that the 2021 Leadership Essentials (LE) program will wrap up soon. We're looking forward to the following Cohort close-out activities:

  • May 13: Synthesis & Success Session - participants will have the opportunity to reflect, affirm, and consider the accomplishments/tools from their LE experience.

  • June 3: A (virtual) Closing Celebration – stay tuned for more details (and invite!)

In addition, the LE CIP teams will be doing a "hand off" presentation to their respective CIP hosts, highlighting their project experiences and outcomes.
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Planning has begun for the LE 2022 program! Consider supporting an emerging leader in your organization or, join us as a participant. It's not too early to have a conversation about your interest! Recruitment efforts for the 2022 program will officially launch in mid-July; until then, check the LE website and social media - Facebook & LinkedIn for updates!
Community & Volunteer Opportunities
Howard County General Hospital is holding a free, drive-through health screening and risk assessment for body mass index, stroke, blood pressure, pre-diabetes, blood glucose and HDL cholesterol, May 15 from 12 to 4 pm, St. John Baptist Church - 9055 Tamar Drive, Columbia.
 Please note that participants must be 18 years of age or older; click here to learn more.
 
“Ohana” in Hawaiian means family. For OhanaHC, a new nonprofit, Ohana means our extended community family – we do not let some family members struggle while others succeed. OhanaHC has a dual mission:
To work with incoming 9th grade students, struggling academically, to remove obstacles that are preventing success. Secondly, to build a more inclusive community by building relationships with others who may be outside our normal social circles.

During the 2020-21 school year, OhanaHC piloted its program at Wilde Lake High School. For the 2021-22 school year, OhanaHC plans to expand its program to Hammond, Long Reach, and Oakland Mills High Schools, and to add a second group at Wilde Lake High School. Volunteers are needed; attend a (virtual) Information Session to learn more (see below for dates/times):

May 4 (7pm) - May 6 (12 pm) - May 12 (5 pm) - May 20 (7 pm)
The Mall in Columbia recently opened a State Mass Vaccination site in the previous Lord & Taylor space. Vaccinations are available (by appointment only) Wednesday-Sunday, from 8 am to 4 pm. Register with the state by calling 1 (855) MD-GOVAX or visit COVIDVax.Maryland.gov.  
Howard County Library System recently launched a new initiative, Brave Voices, Brave Choices. HCLS is acting on its commitment to move past statements and begin the work of creating the reality we want for all people. Internally, this work is happening through leadership development, staff training, and REAL (Racial Equity at the Library) Conversations. For the community, HCLS is providing opportunities for racial equity training and conversation, along with speakers, classes, and events. Read more ...
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The next Class Connections will be distributed mid-May. Please share your news/ updates with Karen Bryant and remember to let us know how you are staying connected!