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Shiloh Seim, Class of 2017, has been promoted to Work-Based Learning and Apprenticeship Coordinator at Ottumwa Job Corps. Job Corps, the nation’s largest free education and job training program for

As the Ottumwa Leadership Academy welcomes its 10th class of leaders, we’re checking back in with alumni from the first nine classes to see where they are now. Today, we’re

As the Ottumwa Leadership Academy welcomes its 10th class of leaders, we’re checking back in with alumni from the first 9 classes to see where they are now. Today, we’re

“I feel so fortunate to have had the opportunity to attend the Ottumwa Leadership Academy,” Ellingson said. “The monthly experiences were informative, stimulating, and especially helpful for me, as I was new to the community.”

Hollie Tometich stepped into uncharted territory in 2012 when she joined the Legacy Foundation as the Executive Director of the Ottumwa Leadership Academy. At the time, the Academy was just

Heather Larson, a 2014 graduate of the Ottumwa Leadership Academy, joined the staff of the Legacy Foundation in 2020. In her new role as Communications & Special Projects Manager, she

The Ottumwa Leadership Academy is excited to welcome 24 community leaders to its 10th class. “This is one of the largest classes we’ve had in several years, and I am

Kelli Philips knew she wanted to grow as a leader within the Ottumwa Community School District when she joined the Ottumwa Leadership Academy.

Have you ever considered running for public office? Whether you want to serve now, or in the future, the series will equip you with everything you need to know to

Do you remember your first professional job interview? John Henscheid (John Deere) opened his team’s project presentation recounting his experience interviewing for his first internship and how out of place

The Covid-19 Pandemic has forced businesses across the world to rethink how they operate. The Ottumwa Family YMCA is no different. The pandemic forced shutdowns of the YMCA facility, programming,

While in the Ottumwa Leadership Academy, class members come together to complete Team Projects. These projects are community-based initiatives that pair participants with local organizations or initiatives serving Ottumwa or