What's the Emerging Leaders Academy (ELA) and why would you consider it for one of your rising stars?  ELA is designed to assist public organizations in preparing and supporting public employees for future leadership roles. The focus of the ELA is one of leadership and personal growth. Participants study a wide variety of topics including the neuroscience of leadership, the importance of listening and acknowledgment, equity and inclusion, communicating up the chain of command effectively, and more. 

ELA a nine day program led by the University of Kansas Public Management Center and DCMC.  It includes lessons from academics and practitioners and will help public servant leaders develop important "soft skills" to be successful. 

To find out more, testimonials, or to register for the next session,  visit https://learn.ku.edu/dallasela.