Teen Leaders of Tomorrow: A Journey of Growth and Achievement

In a world where only a handful of Fortune 500 companies are led by Black CEOs, a unique program is stepping in to bridge the gap.

The Leadership Inside-Out Program

The Leadership Inside-Out program is not just another class; it's an eight-week journey that helps high school freshmen and sophomores navigate the path to success.

Empowering Students at West Charlotte High School

At West Charlotte High School, students are learning more than just academics. They're learning life skills that will help them make better decisions and achieve their goals.

Meet Jayla and Hebron

Jayla Freeman and Hebron Samson, two straight-A students, are part of this transformative experience. They're not just focusing on their grades; they're learning how to set and achieve smaller goals that will eventually lead them to their bigger dreams.

Support and Impact

The program is free for students, thanks to the support of Barings investment company and AvidXchange. It's a targeted effort to make a significant impact in one school, rather than spreading resources thin across multiple locations.

Real Results

The program's leader, Marlon Smith, is seeing real results. Students are more engaged, their grades are improving, and they're understanding the value of community service.

Personal Growth

Jayla and Hebron have noticed changes in themselves too. Jayla is more comfortable talking to people and stepping out of her comfort zone. Hebron is seizing more opportunities and building connections with others.

Building Winning Habits

The program uses the book "Living with Purpose" as a guide, focusing on building winning habits. Smith emphasizes the importance of repetition in forming habits. Once something becomes easy and pleasurable, it's more likely to become a habit.

Standing Out and Broadening Horizons

Hebron sees this program as an opportunity to stand out from his peers. With about 100 students already completing the program, Leadership Inside-Out is also offering college campus tours to broaden students' horizons.