Hamilton County Launches New Community Ambassador Program
Invest Hamilton County and the Hamilton County Leadership Academy (HCLA) have launched a new community ambassador program. The partnership, called HAMILTON CONNECTION will highlight personal stories of HCLA alumni and allow those Connectors to help personalize the things that make Hamilton County a place to live, work, learn and thrive. Fifteen HCLA alumni have signed on as Connectors through the first year.
“Our alumni network is excited to be community connectors for those new to Hamilton County, interested in relocating here, or looking to identify new ways to engage where they reside or work,” said Diana Coyle, Executive Director of HCLA.
“A key part of what makes HCLA a great program is it dives deep into our community which makes our alumni the perfect group to help others do the same.”
Through Invest Hamilton County’s website, those interested can access Connectors’ stories, experiences and personal snapshots to learn more about the Hamilton County community. If the stories spark additional interest and a desire for further conversations, individuals can reach out to Hamilton Connectors through a variety of social media channels to engage in conversations about topics like volunteering, employment, and/or community events.
“If you Google search any community in our County you will see amazing articles about the quality of our schools, parks, roads, health and employment,” said Mike Thibideau, President/CEO of Invest Hamilton County.
“What this program does is personalize those accolades, showcase the diversity of experiences that make our community great, and provide an opportunity for immediate connection.”
Thibideau also looks forward to the Connectors engaging with other similar programs in the Indy Region.
Visit investhamiltoncounty.com/work/hamilton-connection to learn more about the Hamilton Connection program and to see profiles of participating HCLA Alumni.
About Invest Hamilton County:
The Hamilton County Economic Development Corporation (dba Invest Hamilton County) is an economic development organization focused on talent attraction, retention, development, and quality of life initiatives throughout Hamilton County, Indiana. Their office works with stakeholders from throughout the community to help local residents, businesses and communities address barriers to economic vitality.
For more information, visit investhamiltoncounty.com
About HCLA:
HCLA is a 10-month program for professional and community leaders who live or work in Hamilton County. Class sessions cover a wide variety of topics that affect the operations of the county, participants receive learning in the areas of government, education, criminal justice, arts, culture, business, industry and much more.
Graduates of the program have a deeper knowledge and understanding of Hamilton County, create meaningful life-long connections with their peers, HCLA alumni and community leaders and gain clarity around how to lead and make an impact in their backyard.
For more information, visit hcla.net