ALP Names Volunteers of the Quarter

VOLUNTEERS OF THE QUARTER | Q1 2025-26 - July 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025

The Association of Leadership Programs (ALP) is thrilled to recognize our Q1 Volunteers of the Quarter for 2025-2026. These dedicated individuals have generously contributed their time and expertise to further the mission and success of ALP while also advancing the field of community leadership: 

• Paola Arreguin-Gonzalez, Leadership Fort Worth, TX
• Cynthia Knapek, Leadership Louisville Center, KY
• Hollie Tometich, Ottumwa Leadership Academy, IA

Their commitment to ALP has been invaluable, from supporting key initiatives to fostering collaboration across our network of leadership professionals. Their efforts have strengthened our community and enabled us to continue empowering community leaders across the nation.

We are deeply grateful for their hard work and contributions, and we invite everyone to join us in celebrating our most recent Volunteers of the Quarter!

About the Volunteer of the Quarter Program
In October 2023, the Association of Leadership Programs announced a new recognition program for our volunteers. ALP accepts nominations each quarter and selects Volunteers of the Quarter. At the culmination of the year, a Volunteer of the Year will be chosen by a special committee and recognized annually at the ALP National Conference. This recognition program runs on a July 1 – June 30 cycle. 

Nicole Morristell (Leadership Lackawanna, PA) was recognized as the inaugural Volunteer of the Year at the 2024 ALP National Conference in Providence, RI. Dani Esperanza (Leadership Athens County, OH) and Nicole Susdorf (Leadership, Toledo, OH) were recognized as co-recipients of this honor at the 2025 National Conference in Fort Worth, Texas. 

About the Association of Leadership Programs
The Association of Leadership Programs serves over 280 community leadership programs across the United States and beyond. The association strives to enhance the well-being of all communities through the work of Community Leadership Programs. Founded in 2010, ALP's mission is to strengthen the effectiveness of leadership programs and professionals. Authentic and organic community leadership development requires taking a critical look at situations, opportunities, and challenges our communities face through the lens of the entire community and pursuing a course that enhances the well-being of all.