What is Leadership Northeast Missouri?
A regional leadership institute, which consists of six learning and networking sessions throughout the northeast Missouri region. The learning topics include: Transportation/Infrastructure, Healthcare, Workforce, Ag Technology and Navigating Government Systems. The leadership component utilizes the True Colors leadership test and curriculum.
Cultivating positive change through leadership and regional awareness.
A program of Missouri Northeast
2026 Cohort Dates
| Date | Topic | Location |
|---|---|---|
| April 23-24 | Kick-off (Mandatory) | Hannibal |
| May 21 | Workforce | Edina |
| June 18 | Ag/Broadband | Salisbury |
| July 23 | Infrastructure | Perry |
| August 13 | Healthcare | Kirksville |
| September 24 | Navigating Government Systems and Graduation | Moberly |
Committee Members: Carolyn Chrisman, Shari Schenewerk, Allie Bennett, Sean Freeman, Maria Kuhns, Kaylee Paffrath, Rebecca Miller, Anastasia Tiedemann, Acacia Hagan
If you have questions, concerns, or need additional information, please contact Carolyn Chrisman at carolyn@chrismanconsulting.com.
Application Process
Complete the online enrollment application below.
Completed applications must be received by February 20, 2026. A selection committee will review applications. Notification of selection will be made by email no later than March 31, 2026.
Full payment is due by April 14, 2026. Please make checks payable to Missouri Northeast and mail to 315 S. Franklin St., Kirksville, MO 63501 or request an online payment by email to abennett@northeast-power.coop. No refunds will be made after the due date.
Leadership Northeast Missouri Enrollment Application
Email Missouri Northeast
We would love to hear from you. Please fill out the form below and we will be ahppy to assist you here in Northeast Missouri.
Questions? Contact Committee Members
Allie Bennett abennett@northeast-power.coop
Northeast Power 573-406-4451
Maria Kuhns director@hredc.com
Hannibal Regional Economic Development Council 573-221-1033
Carolyn Chrisman Carolyn@chrismanconsulting.com
Chrisman Consulting 660-988-0479
Shari Schenewerk sharon.schenewerk@ded.mo.gov
Department of Economic Development 573-291-3217
