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CenterPoint Energy and United Way of Greater Houston have joined forces to provide the CenterPoint Energy Emerging Leaders Institute, a program for mid-level managers in Houston’s nonprofit sector. The goal is to address the significant void of diverse and emerging leaders and to develop the next generation of leaders who represent Houston’s ethnically diverse community.

Monthly Session topics include:

  • Understanding and Leading Self
  • Building and Leading Strong Teams
  • Adaptive Leadership
  • Philanthropy and Community Engagement
  • Developing and Influencing Others

We know that there are many strong candidates currently working in area nonprofit organizations who would benefit from this opportunity. This program is specifically for mid-level managers who have been in their position with their organization for at least one year. This program is not appropriate for senior level or founding CEO/ED roles. Candidates should be employed with a nonprofit organization in the health and human service sector within Harris, Fort Bend, Waller, or Montgomery County and aspire to future executive leadership opportunities. The Institute includes opening and closing sessions presented by the Texas A&M Mays School of Business; course work is presented by Nonprofit Connection staff and guest instructors.

There is no cost to candidates selected for the program. The application deadline for the fall cohort is January 17, 2025. The Institute begins in February 2025.

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Friday, February 7 (9am – 11am)
Cohort Meet & Greet

Friday, February 14 (9am to 3pm) and Saturday, February 15 (9am – 1pm)
Presented by TAMU Mays Center for Executive Development


Friday, March 21 (9am – 1pm)
Values and Personal Mission Statement

Friday, April 25 (9am – 1pm)
Manager vs. Leader + Adaptive Leadership + Nonprofit C-Suite panel

Friday, May 16 (9am – 1pm)
Career Development (Resume Writing/Cover Letter/LinkedIn)

Friday, June 13 (9am – 3pm)
Closing Session & Graduation
Presented by TAMU Mays Center for Executive Development

All sessions take place at United Way of Greater Houston, 50 Waugh Drive

 

Applications are now open for the upcoming cohort. Candidates can use this link to complete and submit their application online.  The following documents are required to be uploaded as part of the application process:

  • Narrative statement (double spaced – 250 words or less, PDF) conveying why you should be selected for the new cohort
  • CEO/Executive Director letter of reference endorsing your participation in the program
  • Updated resume

This is a unique opportunity to ensure the professional development of promising leaders reflecting our diverse communities. United Way Nonprofit Connection is privileged to support CenterPoint Energy’s commitment to building our nonprofit leadership base and reinforcing the infrastructure of our nonprofit sector.