Leadership Evolution Project

Apply for the 2025 Leadership Evolution Project Class

Level up your leadership skills and make a lasting impact

Are you looking for solutions to engage your team, enhance efficiency, and cultivate purpose across your organization, all while leaving a lasting legacy?

The Leadership Evolution Project, originally known as the 10 New Leaders Project, is your chance to join a select group of 10 high-potential leaders for an intensive free program designed to help you grow.

Applications are open now! Don’t miss your chance to be one of 10 to join this life-changing program. Ready to unlock your full leadership potential? Apply today!

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What Is the Leadership Evolution Project?

Launched over seven years ago, this free program embodies our core mission of empowering the next generation to become exceptional leaders. People don’t quit jobs, they quit bad leaders. Through the Leadership Evolution Project, we seek to put more great leaders into the world who are aligned with their purpose and hungry improve. The participants in the program will receive several vital resources:

  • Build your power circle: Connect with a supportive group of future leaders.
  • Launch your network: Connect with your future peer group and network with past participants at a meet-and-greet event.
  • Master leadership: Gain valuable skills and experience through membership of an Executive Peer Group
  • Expert guidance: Receive personalized coaching sessions from a Dame Leadership coach.
  • Expand your knowledge: Attend the Evolution Leadership Conference and a VIP lunch with industry speakers.

Ideal Candidates for the Leadership Evolution Project:

This program is designed to empower high-potential individuals in the early to mid-stages of their careers who possess the following characteristics:

  • Leadership Ambition: A strong desire to become influential and impactful leaders within their organizations.
  • Motivational Drive: A passion for inspiring and motivating others to achieve their full potential.
  • Commitment to Growth: A dedication to honing their leadership skills, expanding their professional network, and accelerating their career trajectory.

Additionally, the ideal candidate is a rising star who:

  • Demonstrates the potential to become a truly impactful leader.
  • Is passionate about making a positive difference in their organization.
  • Possesses a hunger for continuous learning and growth.

Ready to unlock your full leadership potential? Apply today!

Program Schedule

Program Schedule

  • 03/21/25 – Applications Are Live and Open For All To Submit
  • 05/15/25 – Application Deadline
  • 06/27/25 – Winners are Announced
  • 07/16/25 – Kick-off Meet & Greet
  • 7/31/25 – First Peer Group Meeting
  • 9/4/25 – Second Peer Group Meeting
  • 10/07/25 – Evolution Leadership Conference at Penn Harris Hotel and Conference Center in Camp Hill, PA
  • Two coaching sessions will be scheduled with your coach at a time that works for both calendars

2024 Leadership Evolution Project Class

Dan Mahler
Nicole Best
Griffin Means
Roman Colon
Jenna Reitz
Frances M Gibbons
Tyler Fairchild
Abby Wurzbach
Kenleigh J. Dickopf
Dakota Bitner
Will Foster
Susan Glass
Grace Hurst
Tyler Walters
Andrew Lane
Jake Loffreda
Cody Conklin
Gregory Campbell
Zachary Miller
Melissa Menke
Heather Perez

Dan Mahler

Branch Operations Manager, AAA Central Penn

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Nicole Best

Founder & CEO, Another Way of Life

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Griffin Means

Economic Development Specialist, Cumberland Area Economic Development Corporation

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Roman Colon

Commercial Banker, Mid Penn Bank

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Jenna Reitz

Community Engagement Coordinator, Members 1st Federal Credit Union

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Frances M Gibbons

Senior Director of Development, Alzheimer’s Association Greater Pennsylvania Chapter

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Tyler Fairchild

Director of Public Works and Recreation, Silver Spring Township – Mechanicsburg, PA

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Abby Wurzbach

Business Solutions Specialist, MANTEC

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Kenleigh J. Dickopf

Assistant Manager of Leisure Travel, AAA Central Penn

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Dakota Bitner

Project Manager, JEM Group, LLC

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Will Foster

Executive Director, Dauphin County CASA

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Susan Glass

Trainer, Traditions Bank

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Grace Hurst

Content Marketing Team Lead, Tower Marketing

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Tyler Walters

Business Development, Walters Services

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Andrew Lane

Business Solutions Specialist, MANTEC

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Jake Loffreda

Inside Sales/Leadership Development Associate, APR Supply Company

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Cody Conklin

Accounting Manager, Bingaman & Son Lumber, Inc.

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Gregory Campbell

Director of Operation, LeTort Management & Trust

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Zachary Miller

Human Resources Generalist, NAPA Transportation, Inc.

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Melissa Menke

Director, Talent Management, Penn National Insurance

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Heather Perez

Financial Analyst, IRE LLC

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Apply for the Leadership Evolution Project Class Today

If you’re interested in empowering your company to leave your greatest legacy, find your purpose, and gain greater productivity and dedication, the Leadership Evolution Project offers solutions for you. Apply for our program online today.

Each applicant must complete the Leadership Evolution Project essay question: “How would your participation in this program help you achieve a purpose?” Scoring is rated on a scale of 1 to 10 with two criteria:

  • Leadership potential: Based on the quality of the essay, how well did the candidate articulate their purpose?
  • Contribution: Based on the quality of the essay, would he or she benefit from the program, contribute to the group, and pay it forward?

We believe supervisor awareness is important for a successful participation in the Leadership Evolution Project. As part of your application essay, please provide your current manager’s name, title, email address, and phone number, and confirm that your manager is aware of your application and that Dame Leadership may contact them.





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