LEAD Maryland

The LEAD Program seeks applicants, age 21 or older, with career, service, or interest in: production agriculture, natural resources, the environment and conservation, food (processing, sourcing, distribution, marketing, safety), rural communities and development, business, communications, education, government, science and technology, finance, and much more. Fellowships provide:

• Public Issues Education (PIE);

• Personal growth and leadership development opportunities;

• Communications and problem-solving skills training;

• Support, direction, and resources to help emerging leaders succeed in serving agricultural, natural resources, and rural community sectors;

• Opportunities to learn more about Maryland and to meet leaders from throughout the state.

Over two years, LEAD program curriculum delivers lessons through a series of 11 multi-day seminars and participation in a study tour.