Leadership Institute
At the Purdue University Northwest Leadership Institute, we prepare great leaders of all ages to excel in an increasingly competitive global environment.
Meet the 2024 Women on the Rise
The Leadership Institute and Society of Innovators at PNW have named the 2024 Women on the Rise. The list includes leaders, innovators and entrepreneurs who are making an impact across Northwest Indiana.
A reception will be held on Thursday, March 21 to encourage networking and connection among the honorees, other regional leaders and the individuals, companies and organizations who are contributing to a stronger Northwest Indiana where leadership, entrepreneurship and innovation is a valued focus.
Leadership Northwest Indiana (LNI)
Our 8-month program will help you identify areas for growth to become a more insightful, stronger leader.
Resources
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
Upcoming Events
Mar 20
Lunch and Lead with Northwest Indiana Women on the Rise
Hear from a panel of Northwest Indiana Women on the Rise honorees both past and present in honor of Women’s History Month!
Mar 21
2024 Northwest Indiana Women on the Rise Reception
Join the Society of Innovators and the Leadership Institute at Purdue Northwest as we bring together the leaders, innovators and entrepreneurs who are making an impact across Northwest Indiana.
Apr 19
Innovate WithIN Pitch Competition: 2024 Northwest Indiana Region Finals
Innovate WithIN offers Northwest Indiana’s high school students an opportunity to take their business from an idea to reality with the Innovate WithIN pitch competition – the most elite high school pitch competition in the country.