Strengthening Cleveland’s Neighborhoods, One Leader at a Time
NLDP continues to build grassroots and community leaders who are committed to creating change in Cleveland's neighborhoods. We seeks to uniquely develop the diverse leadership abilities of engaged Clevelanders who are committed to creating a city and region that works for everyone.
Alex Robertson, Cohort IX
NLDP Program Coaches
An essential part of being a successful leader involves the ability to be vulnerable with others about where you are headed and how you might get there. Through more than a decade of practice, NLDP has learned the importance of and value in coaching. Coaching during the program and post-graduation are keystone elements of the program.
Pam Turos
lead COACH
As the Lead Coach for The Neighborhood Leadership Development Program, Pam Turos employs a strengths-based, flexible approach to help community leaders reach their highest potential.
Joseph Black
COACH
Joseph Black is a deeply committed, results-oriented community organizer and philanthropy professional with over a decade of experience leveraging public and private resources to benefit underserved predominantly Black communities in Greater Cleveland.
Ian Heisey
COACH
Ian Heisey has been engaged in community building efforts for his entire career and is driven by a deep commitment to peacemaking and conflict resolution.
Audra T. Jones
COACH
Audra T. Jones, M.B.A. hails from Cleveland, Ohio where she lives and serves as an author, speaker, entrepreneur, and educator.
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All that's missing is you
Take your leadership journey to the next level. Recruitment for our cohorts begins in May and runs through August of each year.
