Leadership Institute
At the Purdue University Northwest Leadership Institute, we prepare great leaders of all ages to excel in an increasingly competitive global environment.
2023 Northwest Indiana Women on the Rise
The 2023 Women on the Rise list includes leaders, innovators and entrepreneurs who are making an impact across Northwest Indiana. These are the women shaping business, guiding communities, and encouraging economic growth in our region’s communities. They achieved success in 2022 and are bringing that dynamic momentum with them into the new year.
Leadership Northwest Indiana (LNI)
Our 8-month program will help you identify areas for growth to become a more insightful, stronger leader.
“Leadership is like a muscle that needs to be worked. It’s using proven skills and techniques; it's life experience. It's making mistakes and learning from them.”
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The Explorer Academy at the Purdue University Northwest Leadership Institute is a program designed for PNW staff members to help guide their professional development, build upon their strengths, and navigate all that PNW has to offer.
The mission of the Leadership Institute is to train leaders at all levels to grow their leadership skills, enabling participants to add their vibrant leadership to our communities. We aim for each participant to become a more confident, charismatic and authentic leader.
Your gift helps us to connect emerging leaders with leadership training and collaborative experiences, building the strong leadership that’s needed to serve our region and support sustained economic and community development.
News and Announcements
Regional professionals complete 2022-23 Leadership Northwest Indiana program
The Leadership Institute at Purdue Northwest proudly announces the graduates of the Leadership Northwest Indiana (LNI) program.
Register for 2023-24 Leadership Northwest Indiana program
The Leadership Institute at Purdue Northwest (PNW) has opened applications for the 2023-24 Leadership Northwest Indiana (LNI) program.
Register for 2023 Youth Summer Innovation Experience sessions
The Society of Innovators and Leadership Institute at Purdue Northwest (PNW) will host two sessions of the Young Leaders Academy Summer Innovation Experience at the PNW Westville campus in 2023.
Upcoming Events
Jun 19
Young Leaders Academy Summer Innovation Experience
Calling all future changemakers! High school freshman and sophomores (ages 14-16) can join us for a FREE four-day innovation and leadership development experience!
Sep 14
2023 Northwest Indiana Women’s Leadership & Innovation Summit
Now in its second year, the Women’s Leadership and Innovation Summit brings together 250 diverse women leaders each fall for inspiring presentations and panel-style conversations, with a focus on authentic leadership, innovation knowledge, the power of networking, and personal empowerment.