2022 graduating class

Peter C. Cook Leadership Alumni

The Peter C. Cook Leadership Academy has a vast network of 400+ alumni across the region, nation, and world. They have taken on a variety of leadership roles and many serve as speakers, mentors, members, and active donors to the current fellow candidates. 


CLA Alumni Events

Peter C. Cook Leadership Academy Alumni Panel

October 11, 2024 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Save the date! Our sixth annual CLA Alumni Panel brings together a cross-disciplinary panel for a conversation on the ethics and challenges of creating and leading effective teams. 4:00 - 5:00 pm...

CLA Alumni Coffee and Conversation

December 4, 2024 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Join us for coffee and light breakfast to kick off your day.

CLA Lunch Workshop

February 12, 2025 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Looking to scratch that CLA reflection/development itch? Join us for a free lunch and CLA-style workshop alongside other CLA alumni!           11:30 am - 12:15 pm | Lunch...

CLA Alumni Coffee and Conversation

May 14, 2025 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Join us for coffee and light breakfast to kick off your day.

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“I tell everyone I can that the CLA is the best thing I did in college. I enjoyed making lifelong friends, and I am very grateful for the extensive resources, connections, and training to become a great leader, carrying on the spirit and mission of Ralph Hauenstein and Peter Cook.”

Evan Crain, CLA Alumnus


If you are an alumni of the Peter C. Cook Leadership Academy and are interested in future speaking, mentor, or networking opportunities please contact Abby Sachs at [email protected] or (616) 331-7322.



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