2026 PLDP Application

The Parity Leadership Development Program Application

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The Parity Leadership Development Program Application

2026 Cohort Invoice #2026BLDP_________________________
The Parity Leadership Development Program 2026 Session Topics

CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST AND LUNCH WILL BE SERVED. ALL DATES ARE TENTATIVE.

TOPICS AND DATES

Legendary Landmarks: Inspiring West
Dayton Parity History Treasures

Thursday, January 8, 2026

Leadership That Matters: Building
Alliances, Discovering Our True North
(Two-Day Activity)

Friday, January 9 & Saturday,
January 10, 2026

Transferable Resilience & Excellence: A
Recipe for Award-winning Lemonade

Thursday, Feb 12, 2026

Dayton Contemporary Dance Company

Sunday, March 1, 2026

The Arts & Philanthropy: Investments That
Shape Cultural Norms

Thursday, March 12, 2026

Leadership and the Local Landscape:
Health Equity & Opportunity

Thursday, April 9, 2026

Exploring Our Past, Shaping "The Culture":
Creating a Community Syllabus

Thursday, May 14, 2026

The Systems Leader: Understanding the
Justice Framework

Thursday, June 11, 2026

Black History in Dayton & Logic-Based
Community Building

Thursday, July 9, 2026

Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Immersive
Experience

Thursday, August 13, 2026

The Black Church Influence and Impact and
Her Story, Her Journey

Thursday, September 10, 2026

Now What: Values-based Future Planning
and Activation.

Thursday, October 8, 2026

Board Service and Purpose: The What, The
Why, and The How

Graduation: Elevate and Activate

Thursday, November 12, 2026

Mission: To create a learning environment where highly screened and selected candidates are challenged to explore new leadership concepts and insights that will benefit African Americans professionally and in community engagement activities. Through this environment, the program attracts and builds a strong network of effective leaders who model the characteristics needed to serve their respective organizations and communities.

Program Description: The Parity Leadership Development Program is a highly selective program designed to appeal to African American leaders and emerging leaders. Its purpose is to develop a pool of African American men and women from various backgrounds who are interested in and have the leadership capacity to address ongoing and emerging community issues effectively.

During this 11-month program, participants will meet monthly to learn through lectures, discussion, and direct experience of every significant aspect of community life. Issues from economics and education to criminal justice and intra-cultural diversity will be explored. Participants will also develop working relationships with civic, social, political, and community leaders. Topic experts are used throughout the program to enhance the presentations' quality and develop sharpened leadership skills. These speakers are excellent motivators and educators.

PROGRAM BENEFITS: For Employers
- Opportunity to enhance the civic/community leadership skills of employees.
- Creates highly motivated and challenged employees who are better prepared to go beyond their job responsibilities.
- Improves your corporate image in the community and demonstrates company involvement.
- An excellent investment in employee professional development.
- Provides an opportunity to showcase the organization’s commitment to multicultural diversity.
Provides networking opportunities among companies doing business in the Greater Dayton area.

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM BENEFITS: For Employees
- Participate in thought-provoking leadership training activities.
- Gain a broader perspective of community issues and their impact on the quality of life for African Americans in the Greater Dayton area.
- Have an opportunity to participate in solving problems that affect the African American community.
- Expand professional networks and enhance personal relationships
- Receive deserved recognition and prestige as a community leader making substantial contributions to the quality of life in the Greater Dayton area.
The 2026 Parity Leadership Development Program costs $2,300 per participant.

The Parity Leadership Development Program 2026 Session Topics

CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST AND LUNCH WILL BE SERVED. ALL DATES ARE TENTATIVE.

TOPICS AND DATES

Legendary Landmarks: Inspiring West
Dayton Black History Treasures

Thursday, January 8, 2026

Leadership That Matters: Building
Alliances, Discovering Our True North
(Two-Day Activity)

Friday, January 9 & Saturday,
January 10, 2026

Transferable Resilience & Excellence: A
Recipe for Award-winning Lemonade

Thursday, Feb 12, 2026

Dayton Contemporary Dance Company

Sunday, March 1, 2026

The Arts & Philanthropy: Investments That
Shape Cultural Norms

Thursday, March 12, 2026

Leadership and the Local Landscape:
Health Equity & Opportunity

Thursday, April 9, 2026

Exploring Our Past, Shaping "The Culture":
Creating a Community Syllabus

Thursday, May 14, 2026

The Systems Leader: Understanding the
Justice Framework

Thursday, June 11, 2026

Black History in Dayton & Logic-Based
Community Building

Thursday, July 9, 2026

Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Immersive
Experience

Thursday, August 13, 2026

The Black Church Influence and Impact and
Her Story, Her Journey

Thursday, September 10, 2026

Now What: Values-based Future Planning
and Activation.

Thursday, October 8, 2026

Board Service and Purpose: The What, The
Why, and The How

Graduation: Elevate and Activate

Thursday, November 12, 2026

The Parity Leadership Development Program 2026 Session Topics

CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST AND LUNCH WILL BE SERVED. ALL DATES ARE TENTATIVE.

TOPICS AND DATES

Legendary Landmarks: Inspiring West
Dayton Black History Treasures

Thursday, January 1, 2026

Leadership That Matters: Building
Alliances, Discovering Our True North
(Two-Day Activity)

Friday, January 9 & Saturday,
January 10, 2026

Transferable Resilience & Excellence: A
Recipe for Award-winning Lemonade

Thursday, Feb 12, 2026

Dayton Contemporary Dance Company

Sunday, March 1, 2026

The Arts & Philanthropy: Investments That
Shape Cultural Norms

Thursday, March 12, 2026

Leadership and the Local Landscape:
Health Equity & Opportunity

Thursday, April 9, 2026

Exploring Our Past, Shaping "The Culture":
Creating a Community Syllabus

Thursday, May 14, 2026

The Systems Leader: Understanding the
Justice Framework

Thursday, June 11, 2026

Black History in Dayton & Logic-Based
Community Building

Thursday, July 9, 2026

Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Immersive
Experience

Thursday, August 13, 2026

The Black Church Influence and Impact and
Her Story, Her Journey

Thursday, September 10, 2026

Now What: Values-based Future Planning
and Activation.

Thursday, October 8, 2026

Board Service and Purpose: The What, The
Why, and The How

Graduation: Elevate and Activate

Thursday, November 12, 2026
Date*

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Applicant Name*

First NameLast Name
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Community/Neighborhood*
(i.e. West Dayton)
County *
(i.e. Montgomery County)
Personal Day Phone
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Personal Evening Phone
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Personal Cell Phone*
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Personal Fax
Please enter a valid fax number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Personal Email Address*
Please provide a personal email address. Many business email addresses will block our correspondence as spam.
It would be helpful if you would supply the following information (check one):
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EMPLOYER: Company or Organization (including community organizations formal and informal)
Company or Organization Name *
Position or Title*
Business Organization Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Business Phone
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Business Email Address
example@example.com
What is the nature of the business/organization?
How long have you been in this current position of responsibility?
How many years have you lived and/or been employed in the Greater Dayton area?
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How did you hear about The Parity Leadership Development Program

Parity Inc.

CONFIDENTIAL APPLICATION (continued)

ORGANIZATIONS AND ACTIVITY AFFILIATIONS
Leadership Positions
Please list all leadership positions you have held
Please list membership in the community, civic, business, professional, religious, and social organizations that have been of significance to you:
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION

Please attach your resume and any supplementary information.
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ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS

Participants are expected to attend all sessions. Those who miss more than two sessions will be denied graduation and may be asked to withdraw from the program. Tuition will not be refunded. Parity Inc. reserves the right to change the program dates if required for the success of the program. Program dates are indicated in the enclosed Program and Instructions information.
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FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Tuition for each participant is $2,300. Full tuition for accepted candidates is due by the close of business on Friday, December 31, 2025.

If you will receive sponsorship by your employer or other source provide the billing contact information below. If there will be multiple payment sources please indicate the percentage for each payment source.
Corporate Percentage*
Enter Percentage (%) to be paid corporately
Name the individual or company to be invoiced for the participation fee*

First NameLast Name
Contacts Title*
Contacts Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Contacts Email*
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Contacts Mailing Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Personal Percentage*
Enter Percentage (%) to be paid personally
Name the individual to be invoiced for the participation fee*

First NameLast Name
Contacts Title*
Contacts Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Contacts Email*
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Contacts Mailing Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Other Payment Source Percentage
Enter Percentage (%) to be paid by other source
Name the individual to be invoiced for the participation fee

First NameLast Name
Contacts Title
Contacts Phone Number
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Contacts Email
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Contacts Mailing Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

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Parity Inc.

CONFIDENTIAL BUSINESS REFERENCE CONTACT INFORMATION

Each applicant is required to provide atleast one confidential business refernce. A link to the form can be found on the Parity Leadership Development page of the Parity Inc. website. The individual that completes the Reference Form on your behalf should have knowledge of your leadership ability and potential. Electronic submission of the confidential business reference form is required by 4:30 p.m. Friday, December 26, 2025 to be considered.

In the event that clarification is needed from your reference(s) please provide their contact information below.
Name*

First NameLast Name
Business Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Work phone numberPersonal cell phone number
Your completed application and Confidential Business Reference Form must be submitted electronically by 4:30 p.m. Friday, December 26, 2025 to be considered.

Questions please call Sean Walton Sr. at 937.313.8044 or

Carmelia Osley at 937.818.2241
GENERAL INFORMATION
Not more than (2) excused absences for the scheduled classes.Must be present at the one-and-a- half day retreat at the beginning of the program.Tuition for each participant is $2,300. Full tuition for accepted candidates is due by the close of business on Friday, December 26, 2025.
Confidential ApplicationResume
I understand the purpose of The Parity Leadership Development Program and if I become a participant I will devote the time and energy necessary to make it a successful experience. I accept the responsibility for meeting the above requirements.
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Date*

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We look forward to reviewing your application. Please feel free to call if you have any questions or concerns that are not addressed in this application package. To obtain this application online, visit our website: www.parity-inc.org

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