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What is Leadership Rockland?

Leadership Rockland is the opportunity to help build a better you and a better Rockland County.

The program engages and challenges participants to examine issues and seek solutions. You’ll participate in interactive discussions and activities with leading experts during 11 classes over 10 months.

As part of a culturally diverse group, you’ll:

gain insight and understanding of the many facets that make up Rockland County.
be part of an experience shared by leaders from business, government, not-for-profit and various other sectors.
share a common bond with nearly 800 similarly situated leaders who have participated in a program over the past 30+ years.
explore what makes our county tick, and participate in frank discussions and activities with the top experts in their fields.

There is no other way to gain so much exposure to a wide breadth of topics that cover much of what makes Rockland the unique county that it is.

Interested in learning more? Contact us or apply for Leadership Rockland today.

Program Sessions & Dates

Thu 9/24/26

Leadership Concepts & Orientation

Coordinators: Ryan O’Gorman, Erica Amoroso

Orientation sets the parameters for the program and prepares the participant for the future sessions. Leadership Concepts is a combination of self-discovery and reflection, leadership styles, emotional intelligence, and communication. The class meets each other for the first time and begins the process of forming class bonds through a series of interactive exercises, discussions, and videos. Participants will also identify the issues and needs of the county.

Tue 10/13/26

Historical Rockland

Coordinators: Bob Baird, Craig Long

This session covers the settlement and formation of what is to become Rockland County and covers RC’s place in American History. This session takes you to significant historical places within the county and highlights unique local historical events that shaped our communities. This year, we will bring attention to New York State 250.

Thu 11/12/26

Multicultural Communities & Social Justice

Coordinators: Vivian England, Brooke Malloy

This session looks at the various communities that make up the rich fabric of Rockland and raises awareness and an increased appreciation of effective leadership in a culturally diverse community.

Tue 12/15/26

Education & Workforce Development

Coordinators: Debra Thomas, Deborah Studnitzer

This session provides an overview of the public educational systems in the county from pre-K through adulthood and how these systems respond and relate to the existing and emerging workforce.

Thu 1/14/27

Economic Impact & Development

Coordinators: Debra Thomas, Deborah Studnitzer, Al Samuels

This session examines the county’s economic landscape, Rockland’s impact and place in the greater Hudson Valley Region, and both opportunities and challenges — present and future — for businesses and non-profits alike.

Thu 2/11/27

Arts & Culture

Coordinators: Robin Rosenberg, Daly Flanagan

This session explores a sample of the arts organizations and offerings in Rockland. Participants learn about the vibrant arts community, their missions, and how they impact the county.

Thu 3/11/27

Healthcare & Human Services

Coordinators: Claudette Clarke, Colleen Nunes, Stephanie Lee

The changing world of healthcare impacts us all. Experts from throughout the region provide insight and understanding to the variety of developments that affect participants personally and professionally.

Thu 4/8/27

Environmental Rockland

Coordinators: Sophia Salis, Sue Ferreri

In this session, participants learn how environmental changes impact the county, with a focus on conservation, green energy, and recycling, and natural resources.

Thu 4/29/27

Law Enforcement & Public Safety

Coordinators: Chris Strattner, JoAnne Fratianni, Thomas Hendrickson

This interactive session offers an up-close look at the various layers of law enforcement agencies and the justice systems within the county.

Thu 5/20/27

Government & Public Policy

Coordinators: Jesse Malowitz, Erika Moschetti

Who runs Rockland? During this deep dive into county politics, participants will meet elected officials at the county, town, and village levels, along with political party leadership and activists. Panelists and presenters will outline their roles in leadership, the biggest issues they face and ways to get involved. The day concludes with a collaborative team exercise.

Thu 5/27/27

Rockland Resources

Coordinators: Katie Ross, Candice Whatley

Participants gain an understanding of what resources are available, how they are accessed, and how a multitude of systems work to meet the needs of those who reside and work in the county. The day starts with a focus on the later stages of the sequential intercept model with a focus on the justice system, and branches into the myriad systems and supports in the county.

Thu 6/10/27

Making an Impact*

Coordinators: Ryan O’Gorman

This session brings the Leadership Rockland experience full circle. Participants reflect on what they have learned and experienced, and what actions they will take, individually and/or organizationally, to affect the change they hope to realize.

*This day also serves as the rain/weather contingency make-up date for an earlier session.

Thu 6/17/27