Harford Leadership Academy

The 2026 HLA Meet & Greet was a wonderful evening of connection, celebration, and community! A huge thank you to Hopkins Farm Brewery for generously donating their beautiful pavilion space and helping make the event so special! It was fantastic to see such an incredible turnout from both the current class and HLA alumni. Special thanks to our event sponsors for their support:

APGFCU
The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region
Harford Bank
Harford County Chamber of Commerce
Harford Mutual Insurance Group
Hopkins Farm Brewery

LAST CHANCE! Grab your ticket now. Experience an evening filled with networking, dinner, and an inspiring program as we celebrate the achievements of our exceptional HLA Class of 2026 on Thursday, June 4 at 6 p.m. 🎓✨Meet the newest cohort of HLA Alumni and reconnect with old friends! Tickets are $65 per person. Reserve your spot today by visiting go.harford.edu/HLA. Complete your registration by May 27. Don't forget to add the names of any additional guests if you're registering for them. Questions? Contact Wendy Ambler at [email protected].

This week the Harford Leadership Academy delved deep into the heart of healthcare in Harford County! It was a full-day featuring the Harford County Health Department services and Healthy Harford. The focus was on technology, and behavioral health services. They toured the Kaufman Cancer Center and the Bed Tower – a three-story, 75,000-square foot patient facility at UM Upper Chesapeake Medical Center. These facilities are beacons of hope, offering vital support to our community. HLA is committed to continuing to work together in building a healthier, happier Harford County!

Another impactful day with the Harford Leadership Academy! This time they delved into the heart of public safety and emergency services, beginning at the Harford County Detention Center. Special thanks to Warden Daniel Galbraith for his welcome and enlightening tour. Next stop was the Harford County Department of Emergency Services with a welcome from Emergency Manager Rick Ayers. Our attendees jumped into action with "Stop the Bleed" training and explored the adrenaline-pumping 911 Communications Center. Every moment of this full day session was a lesson in preparedness and service. Huge kudos to our HLA members for their enthusiasm and dedication to learning.

Have you purchased your tickets yet? Experience an evening filled with networking, dinner, and an inspiring program as we celebrate the achievements of our exceptional HLA Class of 2026 on Thursday, June 4 at 6 p.m. 🎓✨Meet the newest cohort of HLA Alumni and reconnect with old friends! Tickets are $65 per person. Reserve your spot today by visiting go.harford.edu/HLA. Complete your registration by May 27. Don't forget to add the names of any additional guests if you're registering for them. Questions? Contact Wendy Ambler at 443-412-3003 | [email protected].

Experience an evening filled with networking, dinner, and an inspiring program as we celebrate the achievements of our exceptional HLA Class of 2026 on Thursday, June 4 at 6 p.m. 🎓✨Meet the newest cohort of HLA Alumni and reconnect with old friends! Tickets are $65 per person. Reserve your spot today by visiting go.harford.edu/HLA. Complete your registration by May 27. Don't forget to add the names of any additional guests if you're registering for them. Questions? Contact Wendy Ambler at 443-412-3003 | [email protected].

Come shake hands and meet the Harford Leadership Academy class of 2026! The best kind of networking social happens when we bring all of our alum together, so join us on Thursday, May 7 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Hopkins Farm Brewery in Havre de Grace. Hors-d'oeuvres included and each attendee will get one drink ticket upon check-in. RSVP now for this event: go.harford.edu/4vhYI6k Reach out to Wendy Ambler at [email protected] for questions.

The newest Harford Leadership Academy class got a first hand look at the Harford County Court system! From sitting in the courtroom to engaging with judges, they gained valuable insights into our local judicial process. A huge thank you to the Harford County Courts for this eye-opening experience. Stay tuned for more as our leaders continue their journey of learning and growth.

Pictured: The Honorable Yolanda Curtin, The Honorable Alison Harley, The Honorable Kerwin Miller, District Public Defender John Janowich, Esq., Circuit Court Clerk, Michelle Karczeski,

Come say hello! Meet the Harford Leadership Academy class of 2026. The best kind of networking social happens when we bring all of our alum together, so join us on Thursday, May 7 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Hopkins Farm Brewery in Havre de Grace. Hors-d'oeuvres included and each attendee will get one drink ticket upon check-in. RSVP now for this event: go.harford.edu/4vhYI6k Reach out to Wendy Ambler at [email protected] for questions.

The HLA group recently spent the day at the Harford County Sheriff’s Office Southern Precinct, where they were welcomed by Sheriff Gahler and received an inside look at the many divisions that keep our community safe.

Throughout the day, participants rotated through hands-on stations and tours featuring the K-9 Unit, SWAT, Crisis Negotiations, VR Taser training, the Marine Unit, drones, the Traffic/Motorcycle Unit, the Emergency Mobile Command vehicle, and the H.O.P.E. House trailer.

From learning about operations to seeing specialized units in action, the experience offered a deeper appreciation for the dedication and teamwork behind the Harford County Sheriff’s Office.

Thank you to the brave men and women who protect and serve our community every day.