Who We Are
Ignite Leadership Network of Portage County is a group of committed young professionals focused on providing professional, social, and philanthropic opportunities for our members to ensure a vibrant future for Portage County, Wisconsin.
Our Goals
- Build a network that is a catalyst for positive change
- Provide professional development opportunities to benefit members and the greater community
- Promote volunteerism and inspire philanthropy
- Make a difference in the community through contributions of time, talents and expertise
- Educate and increase awareness of local needs
- Engage individuals in community development and encourage involvement
- Encourage leadership for members on committees and in other roles
Benefits of Membership
- Network with community leaders and peers sharing and gaining knowledge through member events
- Opportunities to enhance your professional skills while learning about the community and yourself
- Take the lead in affecting positive change in our community
- Become engaged in the community by volunteering to plan and implement projects
What We Do
TRACK YOUR VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES!
Ignite Leadership Network of Portage County (Ignite) is a program designed to work with the next generation of community leaders between the ages of 21 and 40 (or the sufficiently young-at-heart) who want to make a difference in their community and beyond. The group's top priority is to develop and encourage philanthropic and community involvement activities while providing peer-to-peer networking and professional development opportunities.
Members participate in committees, networking events, volunteer projects, and leadership training opportunities. Members are educated on key community needs as well as initiatives that work to advance the common good.