Applications for the 2026 Signature Program 40th Class will be available in January 2026.
If you have any questions, please email
Tracy Nicodemo
at the Leadership Stark County office. Thank you for your interest in the Signature Program.
Spring Spotlight Stark County applications are now being accepted.
We are now accepting applications for the next Spotlight class, beginning March 2026. The Spotlight program is designed for young professionals in their 20s and 30s who want to build leadership skills and deepen their community engagement.
The Spring 2026 Spotlight Stark County class meets on six program days over a 12-week period, from March through May.
To receive a certificate of completion, participants must attend at least five of the six sessions. Sessions run from 4–6 p.m., with networking available after each session.
Program Dates:
- March 10, 2026
- March 24, 2026
- April 7, 2026
- April 21, 2026
- May 5, 2026
- May 19, 2026