A learning lab for leaders of color, L3 is more than an educational initiative; it is a catalyst for transformative leadership and systemic change. By investing in collective learning, we strengthen each other to rise, innovate, and lead with impact, creating a space of belonging and strategies for an equitable future for all.
The successful completion of another class of the Transformational Leaders Program is a great reason to celebrate! Over 150 strong, the TLP network is radically changing the community landscape.
This end of year celebration centers us in fellowship, food and entertainment. There is no other party that serves businesses and communities of color like this!
The talented #UCC and #TLP networks are varied in industry, expertise and interest. If you want to get your opportunity in front of this group, you can post and chat in our community forum.
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We're seeking existing and emerging leaders of color in Grand Rapids for our free, nine-month Transformational Leadership Program. This program is designed to help you grow your leadership skills and cultivate community.
Sessions: Held on the 3rd Thursday of each month, from noon to 4:30 PM.
Session Dates: September 19th, October 17th, November 21st, December 19th, January 16th, February 20th, March 20th, and April 17th.
Graduation Day: May 15th, 2025
Applying: Applications for TLP Cohort 11 are open from Thursday, August 1st until Friday, August 23rd at 5 PM. Applications are for Cohort 11 are now closed.
TLP Application Process Timeline
Thursday, August 1:
TLP Application Opens
Thursday, August 15th, 6-7pm:
Zoom Info Session
(Register by clicking on Step 1)
Friday, August 23 at 5pm:
Application Closes
Thursday, August 29, 9am-2:30pm:
TLP Meet & Greets
Thursday, September 6:
Candidates notified of decision
Thursday, September 19th:
TLP Orientation
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 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 sectors, givers in grassroots movements as well as civic and voluntary board service, and 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.
Join us in celebrating a decade of impact and inspiration! The Transformational Leaders Program (TLP) is 10 years strong! Since its inception in 2013, TLP has been a beacon of leadership cultivation for established and emerging BIPOC leaders in the Grand Rapids area. This milestone video features heartfelt testimonials and stories from UCC founders and TLP alumni from each cohort, showcasing the profound influence TLP has had on their lives and sense of community.
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Cohort 6: Narratives for Us: Stories of Black and Brown Resilience Podcast, Don’t Yuck My Yum Food Tasting, On the Rise: Highlighting Local Black and Brown Eats
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