Since 2013, the Transformational Leaders Program (TLP) has delivered group training and one-on-one career coaching to established and emerging Black and Latinx leaders. TLP is the only regional cross-cultural and cross-sector leadership development program that is unapologetically designed for professionals of color. With over 150 alumni, TLP leaders are radically changing the community landscape as influencers in the public, private, and nonprofit sector; givers in grassroots movements as well as civic and voluntary board service; and as engaged residents of metro Grand Rapids.

Applications for the program typically open and close in August. The program begins in the fall with an orientation, meets for meets one afternoon a month and concludes with a graduation celebration in May. Participants must receive a sign off from their employer and submit a recommendation form with their application. Subscribe to our mailing list to stay up to date with application information, program and other network updates.

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