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We host community speaker events and learning opportunities to help you continually grow and inspire others as a leader. We expand your community knowledge, strengthen your leadership skills, and connect you to others who want to collaboratively solve local issues.
Upcoming Events
May 15, 2026
San Mateo Public Library, Oak Room, 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
Strategic thinking is a skill every leader can build. This workshop teaches you to step back, focus on what matters, and lead with clarity, confidence, and influence.
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April 27, 2026
Community Events
Chan Zuckerberg Community Space, Redwood City, 9:00 - 11:30 am
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April 23, 2026
Chan Zuckerberg Community Space, Redwood City, 8:30 am - 12 pm
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March 4, 2026
Immersion Programs
via Zoom
Which Leadership Immersion Program is right for you? Attend an Info Session to find out. Note: All 2026 Sessions have passed. Click on the event for the link for the video.
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February 19, 2026
Filoli House & Gardens, 8:30 am - 3 pm
Step away from the noise of daily demands and immerse yourself in the arts as a powerful catalyst for reflection and new thinking.
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November 12, 2025
Chan Zuckerberg Community Space, 8:30 am-12:00 pm
Sign up for this 3-Workshop LEAD Local ELEVATE Package! Participants will gain technical skills—resilience, clarity, and presence—to thrive in the complexity of today’s fast-changing world.
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November 12, 2025
CZI Community Space, Redwood City, 8:30 am - 12 noon
This half-day workshop will provide practices to help you stay grounded and lead effectively during times of ambiguity.
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October 29, 2025
Pacifica City Hall, Pacifica, 8:30 am - 2:30 pm
Explore the impacts of climate change along our coastline and see how local communities are responding in this half-day workshop.
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October 1, 2025
CZI Community Space, Redwood City, 8:30 am - 3:00 pm
A full day of workshops designed to enhance your ability to communicate, engage authentically, and build trust through communications.
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June 14, 2023
Immersion Programs
Virtual via Zoom
We invite San Mateo County nonprofits to apply for a Community Acceleration Project (CAP) Team who will help your organization with a project or initiative. Come to an Info Session to learn more!
Register for Info Session #1, June 14, 2023, 10-11 a.m.Register for Info Session #2, June 22, 2023, 1-2 p.m.
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March 30, 2023
Leadership Skills Programs
Virtual Online Event
How can you ensure your staff can bring their whole selves to work? AbilityPath leaders will facilitate a discussion about inclusive practices and share practical strategies for your workplace.
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March 27, 2023
Immersion Programs
Virtual Online Event
Join us for an Info Session to learn how our 9-month Leadership Immersion Programs can help you accelerate your impact on your organization, community, and San Mateo County.
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January 12, 2023
Leadership Skills Programs
Virtual Online Event
Examine the experience of people who grow up in various economic circumstances and the hidden rules of middle-class environments. This invitation-only discussion will be led by DEIB consultants Inclusion Counts.
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November 10, 2022
Leadership Skills Programs
Virtual Online Event
The controversy over how issues of race, racism, and diversity are taught in schools is boiling. Inclusion Counts will lead a discussion of laws and regulations affecting the classroom.
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April 22, 2022
Leadership Skills Programs
Virtual Online Event
Learn to empower your team with practical tools from two expert leadership coaches.
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April 21, 2022
Community Events
Virtual Online Event
Listen to the recording of the San Mateo County, District 3, Board of Supervisors Candidate Forum held on April 21, 2022. Hosted by Leadership Council SMC and Puente.
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February 22, 2022
Elected Leaders Programs
Running For Office: How & Why
Be inspired by four of San Mateo County’s elected leaders! In this panel discussion, they’ll share their experiences leading change and recommendations for aspiring leaders.
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January 25, 2022
Leadership Skills Programs
Virtual
Join us for professional development to gain confidence in identifying microaggressions and subtle acts of exclusion, and understand and practice how to disrupt them.
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