Educate
Equip
Encourage
Engage
Educate
Equip
Encourage
Engage
About OLA
Ottumwa Leadership Academy is designed for outstanding individuals who desire to sharpen their leadership skills and gain a greater understanding of Ottumwa and Wapello County’s economy and community networks.
The Mission of Ottumwa Leadership Academy is to develop effective leaders for the betterment of our community.
Mark your calendar for upcoming leadership conferences and events in your area.
News

Current Class Spotlight: Lorene Vilela
Meet current class member Lorene Vilela! Lorene was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and met her husband, who is from Ottumwa, in Rio de Janeiro in 1982. She graduated

Ottumwa Leadership Academy Hosting Longest Table Event to Bring Together Community
To celebrate 10 years since the program began, the Ottumwa Leadership Academy is hosting The Longest Table event on June 12th, 2022 from 5 – 7 p.m. The Longest Table

Current Class Spotlight: Sandra Trejo-Wirfs
Meet current class member Sandra Trejo-Wirfs! Sandra is a Career Planner for Iowa WORKS. Born and raised in Mexico, until the age of 13, her family migrated to South Texas
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Educate, Equip, Encourage & Engage participants in civic and community service and leadership. Interested in becoming a member? Apply today!
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