Vision; Leadership Howard County is the critical force in preparing and inspiring leaders for Howard County.

The mission of Leadership Howard County is to empower individuals to strengthen and transform our community.

The core values upon which this mission rest are:

Service
We view community involvement as a key aspect of quality of life. We are willing to work hard and make sacrifices necessary to be of a service.
Integrity
Setting exemplary standards. Keeping meaningful promises and commitments. Making the best choice for the common good.

Excellence
Doing the best we can with what we have and not accepting mediocrity.

Change
We welcome change as a source of growth and enrichment, are responsive to changing needs and receptive to new paradigms.

Diversity
We find strength in differences and promote inclusiveness of all backgrounds and points of view.

Continuity
Our work and impact in the community are ongoing.

Common Good
We leave our personal agendas at the door.

"The single most important exposure that I had was to the nonprofits, Grassroots and the Domestic Violence Center. Knowing the work that those two organizations do with the resources they have is still awesome to me and helped me shape my direction in community service."

Malynda Madzel
President, Business Match, Inc.
Class of 1992