Gen D Ignite 2024 Cohort sparks momentum at opening retreat

The Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce started off the summer with the next cohort of supporting the Dayton region’s early career professionals with a transformative leadership development program. The opening retreat was held at Mills Park Hotel in Yellow Springs and set the stage for an immersive experience focused on personal growth, community engagement and professional relationship building.

The Gen D Ignite program offers a 7-month cohort experience that includes full-day trainings each month, featuring professional development workshops, leadership sessions with local business leaders, and hands-on education sessions. The program also emphasizes community volunteer projects integrated into each session, allowing participants to make a positive impact.

Gen D Ignite fosters genuine personal growth and meaningful connections by linking participants with established local business leaders and mentors. The program cultivates a robust support network and offers valuable resources for career progression.

The Gen D Ignite initiative caters to early career professionals eager to embark on a transformative leadership journey and immerse themselves in the local community. Its intimate cohort size ensures personalized attention, fostering camaraderie and collaborative learning. Through this initiative, participants hone their leadership skills while uncovering their strengths, values and professional aspirations.

Rooted in the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce’s commitment to advancing local leaders, the Gen D Ignite program emerged from input gathered from chamber members, business leaders and community stakeholders.

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