2025 Propel Program Application

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Propel Program Overview

We are proud to offer the Propel Program at Leadership Rhode Island - a transformative experience designed for the emerging leader to move them forward in the workplace. The program will consist of learning experiences (both within and outside of sessions), evocative engagement and discussion, events designed to expand impact networks, and strengths-based coaching. In-person sessions will offer workshops, experiential activities, and individualized assignments related to workplace goals, all tailored to help participants grow in their confidence, professionalism, and self-awareness.

Application Process

A completed application packet consists of the following application, a letter of reference from your employer, and a personal interview.

NOTE: This application is intended to take between 30-60 minutes, and cannot be saved. Our suggestion is to write your responses to the Application Questions in a separate document, and transfer your responses over when you are ready to submit.

Please allow time for the following steps:

Complete the online application. Applications must be submitted by Thursday, December 5, 2024.
Send Reference Letter Form to your current supervisor/manager. One completed Reference Letter Form is required; applicants may add an additional reference to an individual of their choosing. Completed Reference Letters must be submitted by December 19, 2024.

Upon completing the application, you will receive a link to the Reference Letter Form. It is your responsibility to send this to the individual(s) writing your reference letter(s), as this link is customized to correspond with your application.

Schedule and attend an alumni panel interview

Each applicant will have an interview facilitated by an LRI staff member and alumni. Interviews are 30 minutes long, and are held virtually. We will reach out to schedule your interview after your application is submitted and received.

Selection Criteria

A committee made up of Leadership Rhode Island alumni and staff will select a cohort of diverse experiences. The Propel Program is meant for employees newer to the workforce, but who have been employed at their organization for at least 6-12 months. If an applicant has switched roles or been promoted at the same organization within that time, they are eligible to apply. We are seeking candidates who are seeking to build their own sense of leadership, join and actively contribute to a functional network, and learn skills that will aide in navigating their workplace.

Tuition & Tuition Assistance

Cost of Tuition for this program is $2500.

In order to make this program as accessible as possible, Leadership Rhode Island has a tuition assistance fund available to those who demonstrate financial need. Please know that funds are limited and are need-based, which is why we require a separate application for those seeking assistance. If you are interested in applying for Tuition Assistance, be sure to indicate that in your application below. We will follow up with you after your application has been submitted, and supply you with the Tuition Assistance application.

NOTE: Tuition assistance requests are considered independently from applications for admission. Requests for assistance will be kept confidential.

If you have any questions regarding tuition assistance, please contact Lyanh Ramirez at lramirez@leadershipri.org.

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Personal Contact Information

First Name:

Middle Name:

Last Name:

Prefer to be called:

Pronouns

Home Mailing Address

City

State

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Mobile Phone:

Leadership Rhode Island relies primarily on email to ensure timely and efficient communication. We require two email addresses to ensure we can communicate important information with you.

Personal Email:

Work Email:

Preferred Email:

Background Information:

Leadership Rhode Island seeks a class that is reflective of the diversity, in its broadest forms, in Rhode Island.

Birthdate:

(MM/DD/YYYY)

Birth City:

Birth State:

Birth Country:

Gender Identity:

Fluent Languages other than English:

How would you describe where you grew up?

Educational Information

Highest level of education

High School

School Name:

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HS Graduation Date

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Trade School

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Certification or Specialization

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Post Secondary Education

School Name:

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Post Secondary Degree

Graduation Date

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Major(s):

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Graduate School

School Name:

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Graduate Degree

Graduation Date

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Employment Information

Current Employment Status

Current Employer Information

Current Employer:

Current Employer Since (mm/dd/yyyy)

If you don't remember the exact date, then list the 1st date of the month that you began

Current Job Title:

Professional Role/Level:

Other (Professional Role/Level)

Current Title Since (mm/dd/yyyy)

If you don't remember the exact date, then list the 1st date of the month that you began

Street:

City:

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Current Industry Segment

Current Sector

Current Working Environment

Direct Supervisor/Manager First Name

Direct Supervisor/Manager Last Name

Direct Supervisor/Manager Title

Direct Supervisor/Manager Email

Community Involvement

NOTE: This program is centered on your leadership within the workplace. However, at LRI, we know that work is not the center of our lives, and we love to know what interests, ideas, and skills are in the room, as well as what community engagement looks like for the cohort. We use this information internally to make programmatic decisions for the class experience. No pressure on "filling the space"!

Are there any organizations with whom you are actively engaging with outside of the workplace? This includes community service and volunteering, extracurricular clubs, or board and committee service. If you happen to serve a specific role, please indicate that as well.

Are there any organizations with whom you are actively engaging with outside of the workplace?

Community Roles

Organization

Role 1

Organization 2

Role 2

Organization 3

Role 3

If the interest and opportunity were to arise, how might you consider volunteering your time or engage with your community?

Application Questions

Please take time to answer the following questions thoughtfully and from your own perspective. While there is no specific length requirement, we expect each response to be a paragraph or two.

Why do you feel that the Propel Program is the right opportunity for you at this time?

Describe how your lived experience and unique perspective would contribute to an environment of growth and learning.

Scenario: You have been selected as the Project Manager for a special project within your role. As a leader, what would be the guiding values that you set for the team?

Please write a one (1) paragraph bio, which will be the only information reviewed by the interview team prior to your interview:

Have you previously taken the CliftonStrengths Assessment?

I am aware of the tuition amount ($)2,500 in order to participate in this program.

Do you intend to apply for Tuition Assistance?

YesNoMaybe

Referral & Family Relationships

How did you hear about the Propel Program at Leadership Rhode Island?

If "other" please indicate here:

Referral First Name:

Referral Last Name

Referral Email

Do you have any family member(s) who have completed LRI program(s)?

Family 1 First Name

Family 1 Last Name

Family 1 Email

Family 1 Relationship to you

Family 2 First Name

Family 2 Last Name

Family 2 Email

Family 2 Relationship to you

Propel Program Expectations & Session Dates

The Propel Program is a fast-paced experience, which will require active participation and engagement during sessions and in your workplace. Applicants must commit to full attendance at every session.

*We understand that unexpected circumstances might come up and we can address those individual situations as they arise.

Session Dates:

Thursday, February 6, 2025

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 (Community Engagement)

Thursday, March 6, 2025 (Community-Building Dinner)

Tuesday, March 18, 2025

Thursday, April 3, 2025

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 (Graduation)

Sessions will run between 12:00pm and 5:00pm on the dates listed. Events that will run into the evening are noted in parentheses, which will be required as well. There may be additional optional experiences or gatherings offered throughout the program.

*Times are subject to change slightly, depending on programming

For each of the following, please confirm that you understand these expectations:

I understand I must attend all session days to complete the program, and I accept that having more than one unexcused absence will be grounds for dismissal from the program.

I accept that the Propel Program is a volunteer program, and participants do not receive academic credit, nor are they paid.

My employer and direct supervisor understand that I am participating in this program and will support my work schedule in working around sessions. Please reserve session days from 12:00pm - 5:00pm (not including special events).

Do you have any questions or concerns?

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