Testimonials

I can't say enough about the amazing experience that Leadership Cumberland provides for leaders in our Central PA community. The team building, curriculum, and business networking have all been top notch. If you're looking to grow in your professional development then you should definitely consider enrolling...and if you're a business owner then you should definitely consider encouraging/sponsoring your employees' participation.
Wes Snider, 2025 - Wakeen & Company

"A year ago, when the applications were being submitted for the LC Class of 2024, I decided to invest in myself. I applied to be a Fellow with Leadership Cumberland for some networking opportunities and to explore new areas of my community. But...who knew that I would be forever changed by the experience. Connecting with amazing new friends and learning about the people, places, and things that Cumberland County has to offer has forever changed me! So grateful."
Stacey Clark, 2024 - Capital Blue Cross

"When I think of LC, my first reflection is "family". While it may be odd to consider 35 people a “family", I assure you there is no better definition. This group of individuals, all unique in their personalities, professions, and purpose, has easily become my favorite group of humans. As a tenured professional, having experienced many forms of “leadership training” over the years, this program and the takeaways from each session, each speaker, and each classmate are unparalleled. I’m forever blessed to be on this journey with my LC Family!"
CyndiLou Foster, 2023 - High Hotels Ltd.

“Leadership Cumberland exceeded my expectations. I thought this is just one of the leadership training's I usually attend; listen and then leave. In the beginning, I was very nervous and anxious about going out of my comfort level. Now, I feel I have developed my confidence and enhanced more of my leadership skills.”
Aileen Delicanna, 2019 - UPMC West Shore

"Leadership Cumberland was an opportunity for me to network like I never had before. Through meeting, collaborating with, and learning from my peers, my professional network has expanded to not just my classmates, but their connections as well. Being in an environment where I was grouped with 20+ professionals that were roughly the same age as I, helped to accelerate friendships as we quickly found similarities in our professional and personal lives. It was also an opportunity to really explore our local community through the lens of the businesses that are here, and the people that work in those businesses, rather than reading a list of statistics."
Ashley Kurtz, 2016 - CAEDC/Cumberland Valley Visitors Bureau

"Leadership Cumberland has played a key role in both my personal and professional development. The learning and networking opportunities continue long after completion of the program."
Reed VanDerlyke, 2014 - Strickler Agency, Inc.

"Leadership Cumberland was a first-class experience. While the curriculum and the program provide for a solid core, the relationships one is able to develop with Cumberland County movers and shakers simply cannot be matched. I entered the program knowing none of the other fellows - but left with very close friends and excellent business relationships. The Leadership Cumberland program is worth its weight in gold."
Mike Wilson, 2012 - Members 1st Federal Credit Union