Indianola Council Member Mellisa Sones Reflects on Warren County Leadership Institute

Season 1, Episode 14: Indianola City Council Member Mellisa Sones joins "Indy Unplugged" for an insightful discussion on leadership, community engagement and her experience with the Warren County Leadership Institute.

In this episode, Council Member Sones reflects on how WCLI influenced her approach to public service and has helped shape her role on the Council. She highlights key takeaways from the program, including building connections through networking and fostering civic involvement throughout Warren County. The conversation also touches on upcoming community initiatives and ways residents can get involved in shaping local policy. Plus, Council Member Sones shares behind-the-scenes stories from her time in the Leadership Institute and how those lessons continue to guide her work today.

Fast-forward to a specific topic covered:

• 00:00: Intro
• 00:42: Welcome
• 01:24: What is Warren County Leadership Institute? 
• 02:28: This Year's WCLI Class Project
• 03:08: Why Enroll to WCLI?
• 04:15: Key Advantages & Challenges from WCLI Experience
• 07:58: How WCLI Elevates Leadership Skills
• 10:30: Eye-Opening Bus Tour Throughout Warren County
• 13:45: Elevator Pitch For WCLI Involvement
• 14:28: Applying Knowledge From WCLI Today
• 17:48: Serving on City Boards & Commissions
• 18:57: Final Thoughts & Closing

To learn more about the Warren County Leadership institute, please visit: https://www.wcedc.com/leadership

To learn more about the City of Indianola's boards and commissions, please visit: https://www.indianolaiowa.gov/164/Boards-Commissions