Emerging Leaders – Pawtucket
The Emerging Leaders Development Program (Pawtucket) is a 7-month cohort-based program offered at no cost to participants. Designed for residents of Pawtucket, Rhode Island, this program provides participants with the knowledge, skills, and tools they need to advance their careers.
The program aims to provide participants with a blueprint to advocate through all phases of their career trajectory.
The program will use the competencies in leadership best practices, strategic thinking, leading through change, and communication, all with a focus on self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and a strengths-based approach.
The program’s ultimate goal is to provide diverse young leaders and professionals with the tools needed to advance their career strategies and move up the ladder to advocate for wage increases and increases in responsibility and leadership.
The Fall 2025 Cohort is offered at no cost to participants through funding received by the City of Pawtucket, RI. It will be delivered by RIBBA in partnership with the University of RI Office of Strategic Initiatives.
The early application deadline is August 31, 2025.
The Emerging Leaders Development Program Includes:
Monthly full day, in-person training on leadership and managerial effectiveness
Self Assessments & Leadership Capabilities
Panel Discussions & Speakers
One-on-One Mentorship
Leadership Brand & Executive One-on-One Coaching Sessions
Civic Engagement & Volunteering opportunities
Networking Opportunities
Peer Discussions & Learning
Access to RIBBA’s resources & Network
Who is an ideal Emerging Leader?
Participants with at least 5 years of experience in profession
Has been identified as emerging leader within organization
Capacity to manage 7 month program
Live in Rhode Island
Hold a mid-level or executive position in the state of RI
Expected Program Outcomes:
A clear and achievable leadership development plan
A defined personal leadership style
Advanced knowledge of essential leadership & management skills
Enhanced communication and conflict management skills
An identified mentor within their industry
A developed personal brand, relationships & networks
A support network championing your growth
Involved in advocacy, community-based volunteering & leadership opportunities
Pawtucket 2025 Cohort Timeline
Sunday, August 31st, 2025
First Round of Applications
Apply by August 31st for early consideration into the program.
Sunday, September 14, 2025
Second Round of Applications
The second and final application round will close on September 14th.
Early September
Interview
Interviews will be ongoing in early September 2025.
Mid-September 2025
Acceptance
Acceptance notifications emails will be sent to participants during this time.
October 2025
Program
The Program will start in October 2025 and go on once a month until May 2025.
Emerging Leaders: Alumni Report
Over 98% Completion Rate
Over 43% of Participants Experienced an Increase in Wages
2023-24 Cohort
1260 Mentorship Hours Completed
Our participants are employed by some of the largest companies and organizations in Rhode Island.
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If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at programs@ribba.org.