A tireless advocate: Dennis Bland keeps Center for Leadership Development--and the kids it serves--moving forward.

Saved in:
Bibliographic Details
Title: A tireless advocate: Dennis Bland keeps Center for Leadership Development--and the kids it serves--moving forward.
Authors: Stall, Sam
Source: Indianapolis Business Journal. 11/21/2025, Vol. 46 Issue 40, p5A-33A. 3p.
Subjects: Youth development, African American students, Community services, College enrollment, At-risk youth, Mentoring, Leadership training
Geographic Terms: Indianapolis (Ind.)
Abstract: The article focuses on Dennis Bland's significant contributions as president of the Center for Leadership Development (CLD) in Indianapolis, where he has dedicated over 25 years to empowering youth, particularly from underrepresented backgrounds. Bland's journey began as a student in the program, which aims to prepare African American students for successful careers through character development, educational excellence, leadership effectiveness, community service, and career achievement. Under his leadership, CLD has expanded its reach and resources, serving over 2,600 students in 2024 and achieving a high college enrollment rate among its alumni. Bland's commitment to mentorship and community service has earned him the Michael A. Carroll Award, recognizing his determination and impact on the city. [Extracted from the article]
Copyright of Indianapolis Business Journal is the property of IBJ Media and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites without the copyright holder's express written permission. Additionally, content may not be used with any artificial intelligence tools or machine learning technologies. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)
Database: Regional Business News
Description
Abstract:The article focuses on Dennis Bland's significant contributions as president of the Center for Leadership Development (CLD) in Indianapolis, where he has dedicated over 25 years to empowering youth, particularly from underrepresented backgrounds. Bland's journey began as a student in the program, which aims to prepare African American students for successful careers through character development, educational excellence, leadership effectiveness, community service, and career achievement. Under his leadership, CLD has expanded its reach and resources, serving over 2,600 students in 2024 and achieving a high college enrollment rate among its alumni. Bland's commitment to mentorship and community service has earned him the Michael A. Carroll Award, recognizing his determination and impact on the city. [Extracted from the article]
ISSN:02744929