Apply for the Hoosier Leadership Series TODAY!
1/22/25
Are you looking for an opportunity to sharpen your leadership skills and make a positive impact in your community? If so, I encourage you to consider signing up for the Hoosier Leadership Series (HLS).
Established in 2006 with the support of Indiana congressmen, HLS is a challenging program that provides professionals like you with a unique opportunity to interact with top state and national leaders, subject matter experts, and other conservative leaders from around the state of Indiana.
The program’s purpose is to create a movement of high-caliber, committed leaders grounded in a principled conservative philosophy and oriented toward thoughtful cultural engagement and service to the people of Indiana and beyond.
The Hoosier Leadership Series pursues three related objectives: identifying, educating, and connecting conservative leaders from around Indiana, equipping those leaders to advance a conservative Christian worldview in their life and leadership, and mobilizing them as a part of an ongoing movement to collectively impact the social, cultural, political, and spiritual landscape of Indiana.
The monthly day-long sessions, taking place from April 2025 to October 2025, offer leadership skills training, critical thinking, and in-depth engagement on today’s hottest topics in the public and private sectors. With a special “who’s who” of speakers and subject matter experts, combined with a trip to Washington D.C., the Hoosier Leadership Series seeks to educate Indiana leaders on policy and culture.
If you want to make a difference and become part of a movement that is committed to advancing conservative principles in Indiana, then apply for the Hoosier Leadership Series today!
If you are unable to attend HLS but would still love to be involved, please prayerfully consider donating or sponsoring a student. Your gift allows other Hoosiers to make a difference in their community and beyond.
Interested in having your business or organization sponsor the Hoosier Leadership Series and attend our trip to Washington D.C. where we meet with Indiana’s congressional delegation and other national conservative leaders? Please reply to this email and I would love to explore options with you.
FAQs about HLS
How much does it cost? The class is $625, $25 is due with registration and counts towards the total fee. The most popular part of the class is the three-day Washington D.C. trip. There is an additional $300 fee to attend the D.C. trip (hotel and some meals are included… a phenomenal deal).
How long is it? HLS meets from April to October, followed by a November graduation ceremony.
When does HLS meet? One Thursday per month from 9 am to 4:30 pm.
Where do they meet? At great locations across the Indianapolis area. In September, HLS takes a 3 day trip to Washington D.C. to meet with legislators.
How many are accepted into a class? Approximately 35 to 40 students are in each class.
Who can apply? Anyone with a passion to learn more about stewarding conservative principles.
What’s the application process like? Click here, fill out the brief form, and we will be in touch with you. You aren’t obligated to anything by applying.
Who leads HLS? HLS is part of Indiana Family Institute and is led by Valerie Swack.
What Alumni are Saying
“Hoosier Leadership launched me into what I do today! After raising 5 kids I needed a new direction and Hoosier Leadership Series gave me the knowledge and practical application to be able to make a difference in my world. I am so grateful for all I learned and experienced.” Jodi Smith, Class of 2016
“Hoosier Leadership helped me put a lot of the pieces of the puzzle together, and got me more involved in local politics. The speakers were incredible, and I was encouraged when I met so many people passionate about our country.” Valerie Swack, Class of 2012
“HLS connected me with like-minded Christian people and the educational tools to successfully engage with politicians at every level. I enjoyed absolutely every aspect of the class and my classmates.” Sovilla Mennen, Class of 2017