Gary Community Ventures Fellowship: Early Career

Early Career Cohort

Learn, connect & develop with a network of peers and experts

The Early-Career Cohort is a 9-month fellowship predominantly for leaders of color that creates a path-changing experience for those who are approximately 2-5 years into their careers and work.

Fellows will deeply engage in individual and collective work that centers personal and professional development, racial equity, expanded social capital, knowledge as well as understanding of key issues faced by leaders throughout metro Denver.

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This 9-month program will run from September through May. Fellows can expect to commit 1 full work day per month to the program, in addition to the overnight program kick-off and 1 overnight venture experience.

Overall, the cohort is designed to allow fellows to:

• Continue working while building their leadership skills, networks and potential to create community impact.
• Participate in a kickoff, various cohort meetings and two overnight venture experiences out of town to learn from and connect with other changemakers.
• Receive a $1,000 payment to use towards professional development and career-building upon completion of the program.

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The Piton Fellowship is designed to help leaders in business, policy and philanthropy leverage dedicated financial and strategic support from Gary Community Ventures to expand their knowledge, network and potential to drive positive change for themselves and their communities. An emphasis is being placed on leaders of color as part of an ongoing effort to bridge the historic gap between diverse talent  and access to leadership opportunities.