Leadership Bloomington–Monroe County (LBMC) builds a stronger community by identifying a diverse cross-section of local, emerging leaders and preparing them for roles in shaping our future. Each year, professionals who are broadly representative of Bloomington and Monroe County prepare for greater involvement in community life. To date, more than 900 local leaders have graduated from LBMC.

Since 1984, LBMC has offered a seven-month, in-person program now called Leadership Education and Development (LEAD), which is designed to develop a multiplicity of skills in the community and workplace.