Leadership Kenosha

Leadership Kenosha — January 2026 Leadership Kenosha began the new year with a January session focused on public safety, justice, and community impact. Participants spent much of the day at the Kenosha County Public Safety Building, where they explored the many functions of the Kenosha Police Department and gained insight into how local systems work…

Leadership Kenosha — December 2025 The final Leadership Kenosha session of 2025 brought participants together for a day focused on local government, community engagement, and navigating change. The day began with a deep dive into Kenosha County government led by Joe Potente. Joe provided an informative overview of how local government functions, helping participants better…

Leadership Kenosha — November 2025 Our November Leadership Kenosha session was packed with learning, reflection, and meaningful community engagement. The day began with a thought-provoking workshop led by Marvin Bembry on leading through crisis during our November session. Marvin is the author of the book Leadership Kenosha is reading this year, Burn Bright, Not Out,…

Leadership Kenosha — October 2025 After an engaging September retreat, Leadership Kenosha participants were excited to jump into our October session at the Civil War Museum in downtown Kenosha. October’s Leadership Kenosha session started with a visit from Mayor Bogdala. Participants had the opportunity to hear directly from the Mayor about his vision for Kenosha,…

Leadership Kenosha — September 2025 Let’s hear it for our new Leadership Kenosha cohort! This group of emerging leaders began their journey with a two-day retreat designed to build trust, connection, and collaboration. Their first activity was exploring the Real Colors framework with Amy Greil, Executive Director of the Kenosha Community Foundation. Through this interactive…

Leadership Kenosha — May 2025 Leadership Kenosha’s final session of the 2024-2025 year was a vibrant celebration of local impact, agricultural insight, and hands-on learning. The day began with one of the most anticipated events of the year: team project presentations. Each group showcased months of hard work and collaboration with local organizations, tackling real…

Leadership Kenosha — April 2025 Leadership Kenosha’s April session focused on the theme of “Healthy Leadership,” exploring the intersections of healthcare, community well-being, and leadership presence. We were honored to be hosted at Aurora Medical Center, where we spent the day learning from professionals committed to improving public health and building healthier workplaces. Our morning…

Leadership Kenosha — March 2025 The March Leadership Kenosha session focused on the education sector, providing participants with valuable insights into the programs, challenges, and opportunities shaping education in our community. Hosted by Kenosha Emerging Leaders Academy (KELA), the day was filled with learning, reflection, and actionable strategies to support students and educational initiatives in…

Leadership Kenosha — February 2025 Leadership Kenosha’s February session was packed with valuable insights on Business & Economic Development and the second installment of Inclusive Leadership with Marvin Bembry. Hosted at Uline, the day featured a powerhouse panel discussion moderated by Dave Strash, President/CEO of the Kenosha Area Chamber of Commerce, followed by a behind-the-scenes…

Leadership Kenosha — January 2025 Happy New Year from Leadership Kenosha! Our January session offered an in-depth exploration of leadership in action through the lenses of law enforcement, local government, and the justice system. We began the day with a tour of the Kenosha Police Department, after which Sergeant Cory Brennan (LK ’24) led a…