Ignite Louisville FOR UP-AND-COMING LEADERS,  IT'S TIME TO LIGHT THE FIRE WITHIN. Ignite Louisville is a 7-month program that provides unmatched training and exposure for emerging leaders.  Learn best practices from top local corporations Connect with key leaders and decision-makers in the community Gain enhanced visibility in the community Increase your value and maintain a competitive advantage for your organization Team up with peers and get hands-on experience in the Yum! IGNITES Louisville Challenge benefiting local nonprofits Build credentials as someone with demonstrated ability to serve on civic boards and committees Learn more about the Ignite Louisville experience. Move up the leadership path in your organization Emerging leaders, ages 25 – early 40’s, from all fields should apply. Classes are selected annually from a pool of applicants to be representative of the community. See the rosters of Ignite Louisville graduates since 2004. How organizations benefit: Better, stronger leaders, regardless of the size of your organization. Local recognition as an organization dedicated to professional development in our community. Valuable business connections with the region's top corporations. Click here for a printable flyer  on "How Organizations Benefit." Refer a colleague who would benefit from Ignite Louisville. “As a young professional and emerging leader within our organization, both I and my leadership team were searching for ways to help me develop my leadership skills. Ignite Louisville was a perfect fit. ”  -Sarah Settle (IL '10) Northwestern Mutual Questions? See Frequently Asked Questions about Ignite Louisville or contact Jennifer Stevens at (502) 561-0458 or via email.

Ignite Louisville presenting sponsor: Applications How and when to apply Refer a friend or colleague Frequently Asked Questions Rosters Meet the Class of 2012!  Class rosters since 2004 Download the Ignite Louisville brochure (pdf) Strengthen your Ignite Louisville application by participating in Focus Louisville.   The Yum! IGNITES Louisville Challenge The Yum! IGNITES Louisville Challenge pairs Ignite Louisville teams with local nonprofits and achieves remarkable community impact.  Northwestern Mutual is the exclusive financial partner of the Ignite Louisville Etiquette Dinner and the presenting sponsor of the new Northwestern Mutual Networking Series.    Tuition Tuition for this program is $3,800. Includes overnight retreat lodging, meals and materials. Limited scholarships are available based on need. Class of 2012 Program Calendar Program days are held on Wednesdays, from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.  October 5 (Orientation from 4:00-5:30 p.m.) NOTE: This date has changed from originally published date. October 27-28 (Mandatory overnight Opening Retreat) November 16 December 7 January 4 February 1 March 7 April 25 (Graduation) Dates for program enhancement activities to be announced.