Executive Leadership Northeast (ELNE) began in 1985 as a community orientation program for key executives, professionals and their partners who have either recently moved into Northeastern Pennsylvania, have recently moved into an executive position, or for those who would like to get re-acquainted with our community. ELNE is comprised of six evening sessions, held from 5pm to 8pm. Sessions are held at varying locations throughout Northeastern Pennsylvania and include entertaining and informative presentations and question/answer periods on topics such as local history, recreation, political structure, educational opportunities, economic development, networking opportunities and more. Cocktails and a gourmet dinner are a wonderful part of each evening session. The cost of the program is $1,800, with partners included at no additional cost.
Program Objectives:
1. To integrate relocated executives and professionals into the community and challenge them to become involved in regional activities by providing:
– An overview of Northeastern Pennsylvania’s economic, political and civic structure
– An exposure to local cultural resources
– An introduction to a cross–section of community leaders
2. To provide the opportunity to interact with key local decision-makers and business leaders and educate participants about area history, government, business, educational institutions, and cultural offerings
3. To create networking opportunities for all participants with other executive-level professionals
If you’d like more information or have any questions regarding the program, please email Nicole Hurchick at nicole@leadershipnortheast.org.
ELNE Class of 2025
Jill Avery Stoss
The Institute
Kevin Bishop
Northeastern Pennsylvania Council, Scouting America
Meghan Gagorik
Children’s Advocacy Centers of Northeastern Pennsylvania
Kerianne Geist
Wilkes University
Virginia Johnson
Peoples Security Bank & Trust
Andrew Kudasik
PNC Bank, N.A.
Carmen Magistro
M&T Bank
Gregory Morgan
King’s College
Lisa Norton
Misericordia University
Robert Riley
Fidelity Bank
Kristina Schrull-Valiente
Geisinger
La Fleur Small
Wilkes University
Dawn Smith
Luzerne County Head Start
Elizabeth White
Luzerne County Head Start
Ashley Winslow
Child Development Council of NEPA
Joell Yarmel
F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts
If you are interested in becoming a member of the ELNE class, please email nicole@leadershipnortheast.org or contact the Leadership Northeast office at (570) 270-LEAD (5323).