Association of Leadership Programs
ANNOUNCING C. MARIE TAYLOR AS THE NEXT EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE ASSOCIATION OF LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS
December 2, 2025The Association of Leadership Programs (ALP) is delighted to announce the appointment of C. Marie Taylor as our next Executive Director. A nationally respected leader with more than 25 years of experience in organizational leadership, adult learning, and social impact, C. Marie brings a powerful combination of strategic insight, practical expertise, and deep commitment to inclusive leadership development.
C. Marie is the Founder of Equity Through Action, a consulting firm dedicated to transforming workplace equity through strengthened culture, practices, and policies. Her work spans the design of innovative leadership programs, development of adult learning curricula, strategic organizational advising, and impactful executive coaching—particularly for organizations working toward social change.
As a Certified Professional Diversity Coach, C. Marie brings a nuanced, people-centered approach to her coaching and consulting, helping leaders navigate complex challenges, elevate their effectiveness, and cultivate inclusive environments where innovation and productivity thrive.
She holds an MBA and a BA in Human Relations from Trinity Washington University. In addition to her work with Equity Through Action, C. Marie serves as a program consultant for Leadership Tomorrow, where she designs sessions focused on leadership, civic engagement, community development, and collaborative problem-solving. She previously served as the Executive Director of Leadership Montgomery (MD), where she strengthened community leadership pipelines and deepened the program’s regional impact.
“C. Marie is the right leader at the right time for ALP,” said Michelle McInnis, Chair of the ALP Board of Directors. “Her experience and her vision align beautifully with ALP’s mission to strengthen and elevate community leadership programs nationwide. We are thrilled to welcome her and look forward to all we will accomplish together under her leadership.”
C. Marie began her tenure on November 24 and looks forward to partnering closely with ALP’s board and members to advance the work of community leadership development across the country.
C. Marie calls the greater Seattle area home, where she can often be found exploring the mountains, water, and communities of the Pacific Northwest. A proud transplant from Washington, DC, she brings a deep belief in the power of place, people, and shared responsibility to shape what comes next. Known for her focus on transformation and collective impact, she is excited to begin this next chapter with ALP and its members, supporting leadership programs as they grow the capacities of communities across the country.
You can reach C. Marie at executive@alpleaders.org.“I believe this is a moment to deepen our commitment to leadership and to one another,” said Taylor. “When we choose to work together across communities and differences, we do more than respond to change—we create the conditions for true transformation. I’m honored to take on this role and excited to begin this next chapter with ALP.”
Please join us in welcoming C. Marie Taylor, the next Executive Director of the Association of Leadership Programs!
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.