IARFuture
COMMUNITY. ADVOCACY. POLICY.
The IARFuture Leadership Initiative is an opportunity to take your potential to the next level. It is a one-of-a kind program designed to develop, train, and strengthen future generations of leaders working in not-for-profit social service agencies. The eight, day-long sessions and conference mini module offer you the chance to learn from leaders in organizations that are changing the face of service delivery and re-tooling their agencies to meet the opportunities of the future. It also offers the chance to create an amazing support network among your fellow participants.
Why participate?
Through a series of modules developed by leading minds in the areas of organizational culture, strategic thinking, planning, decision making, and system advocacy, IARFuture class participants will learn and/or expand their skills to overcome organizational challenges, and innovate in a time of significant system change. IARFuture truly prepares the leaders of tomorrow! Imagine the value of learning together and shared experiences – the networking opportunities to build professional relationships across sectors, the sharing of best practices and ideas to make our organizations stronger than they are today all while earning continuing education credits! Participants can earn up to 6 CEUs per session (NHA, Social Worker)
Who should be nominated?
Individuals within an organization who have exhibited the desire and capabilities to lead. There is no rigid age requirement for the application. No more than two applications per organization.
Why participate?
Through a series of modules developed by leading minds in the areas of organizational culture, strategic thinking, planning, decision making, and system advocacy, IARFuture class participants will learn and/or expand their skills to overcome organizational challenges, and innovate in a time of significant system change. IARFuture truly prepares the leaders of tomorrow! Imagine the value of learning together and shared experiences – the networking opportunities to build professional relationships across sectors, the sharing of best practices and ideas to make our organizations stronger than they are today all while earning continuing education credits! Participants can earn up to 6 CEUs per session (NHA, Social Worker)
Who should be nominated?
Individuals within an organization who have exhibited the desire and capabilities to lead. There is no rigid age requirement for the application. No more than two applications per organization.
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Tuition
IARF Member: $2,800 Non-Member: $3,800 Tuition includes learning sessions, one hotel room for each session, lunch and dinner the day of each session and all materials. |
We are no longer accepting applications for IARFuture 2020.
Questions should be directed to Maggie Henley - by phone (217)-801-9303 ext. 2 or by email at mhenley@iarf.org.
Questions should be directed to Maggie Henley - by phone (217)-801-9303 ext. 2 or by email at mhenley@iarf.org.
2019 Graduates
Back Row (left to right): Christopher Brickeen, Community Link; Alicia Ziegler, Kaskaskia Workshop, Inc.; Sarah Perry, DSC; Brenda Weitzel, Horizon House of Illinois Valley; Matthew Smith, Bridgeway; Christine Ziemba, Clearbrook Middle Row (left to right): Susann Faulk, Trinity Services; Denise Rau, Garden Center Services; Ann Ojo, Cornerstone Services; Jennifer Kowalkowski, Cornerstone Services; Kerri Marsh, Chestnut Health Systems; Jason Labedz, Association for Individual Development Front Row (left to right): Daniel Rempert, Misericordia; Sara LaMontagne, Orchard Village; Joane Stienz, Garden Center Services; Uma Muppidi, Shore Community Services; LeShaun Younger, Trinity Services, Ashley Grochocinski, Clearbrook; J'Sharie Washington, Envision Unlimited. (Not Pictured): Sandy Vansaghi, Community Support Systems; Nicole Zanon-Tocke, Glenkirk; Lindsay Stuart, Glenkirk, Susan Smith, The Arc of the Quad Cities Area
2018 Graduates
Back Row (left to right): Ashley Hespen, Misericordia Home; Heather Levingston, Developmental Services Center; Jessica Liefer, Human Support Services; Amanda Long, Kreider Services; Kelly Stumme, Ray Graham Association; Joe Rasmussen, Crosspoint Human Services; Marquetta Jordan, Envision Unlimited; Laurie Wisdom, Open Door Rehabilitation Center; Tammy Diefendorf, Bridgeway, Inc.; Peter Niccum, Community Support Systems; James Sanchez, Envision Unlimited. Front Row (left to right): Lauren Santefort, Cornerstone Services; Hollis Gorrie, Clearbrook; Liz Lutmer, Goldie B. Floberg Center; Bernita Simani, Clearbrook; Katherine Shuey, Kreider Services; Meghan Dowling, Association for Individual Development. (Not Pictured): Kurt Garcia, Goldie B. Floberg Center; Chad Garland, Cornerstone Services; Alexandra Halilovic, Shore Community Services; Heidi Logue, CCAR Industries; Jenny Munro, CCAR Industries; Kristin Werner, Glenkirk)
2017 Graduates
Back Row (left to right): Valena Younis-Atilade, Clearbrook; Kim Berenberg, Glenkirk; Denise King, Bridgeway; Gene Stephens, Open Door Rehabilitation Center; Nicole Safford; Opportunity House; Wanda Tatum, Opportunity House; Melissa McDaniel, CTF Illinois; Jennifer Carlson, Developmental Services Center; Emily Fencl, Clearbrook; Joan Snyder-Budz, Sertoma Centre; Christine Zanca, Search, Inc.; Kylie Doorn, Envision Unlimited; Patty Birkner, DDS of Metro East. Front Row (left to right): Samantha Adamski, Association for Individual Development; Missy Munday, Cornerstone Services; Kim Hudgens, Cornerstone Services; Randi Mercado, Goldie B. Floberg Center; Cheryl Banasiak, Association for Individual Development; Megan Kuhn, Kreider Services; Brigette O'Brien; Kreider Services; Danielle Swango, CCAR Industries; Bobbie Eastin, CCAR Industries (Not Pictured: Cory Gumm, Glenkirk)
2016 Graduates
Lori Randle, Blue Cap; Valencia Thompson, Blue Cap; Joyce Weston, Thresholds.; Marcos Herrera, Envision Unlimited; Patty Walters, Developmental Services Center; Danielle Matthews, Developmental Services Center; Rita Potter, Open Door Rehabilitation Center; Beth Owens, DDSME; Erin Ivancich, Goldie B. Floberg Center; Kate Strohmeier, DDSME; Hilaree Lombardo, Kreider Services; Kevin Schaefer, Trinity Services; Kristy Krisher, Bridgeway; Elizabeth Garcia, Goldie B. Floberg Center; Jacqueline Steward, Envision Unlimited. (Not Pictured): Greg Petersen, Keystone Alliance
