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We are thrilled to announce that the future of Main Street learning and professional development is here! The new Main Street America Academy is now live, offering curated learning experiences built for Main Street leaders and practitioners. From interactive self-paced courses and immersive in-person workshops, the Academy offers practical, engaging, and flexible learning experiences designed to help you grow your impact, sharpen your skills, and lead with confidence. We invite you to join us as we embark on this bold new chapter—start exploring the Academy today!
MEET OUR NEW ON-DEMAND LEARNING EXPERIENCES
Focus on the Four Points — Build a stronger, more effective Main Street program by exploring how Organization, Promotion, Economic Vitality, and Design show up in your day-to-day work. Along the way, access tools, templates, and proven resources from across the Main Street network to help put foundational Main Street Approach concepts and best practices into action. Explore this series >
Local Main Street Leader — This five-part learning journey is built to support local leaders guiding Main Street efforts in your community. From starting to succession, find actionable guidance, peer-tested strategies, and ready-to-use tools to support your work. This series debuts with the Starting module, with additional courses rolling out in the coming months. Start your journey >
MORE ABOUT THE ACADEMY
The Main Street America Academy is powered by a custom-designed learning management system built within the Main Street America website and for Main Streeters. Within the Academy platform, you’ll find:
- Learning experiences exploring foundational principles and innovative approaches in a variety of formats.
- Role-based learning journeys designed to meet you where you are and support your unique contributions.
- A user-friendly dashboard to browse learning experiences, bookmark courses, and track your progress.
- FAQs and help resources that prioritize your success and platform improvements.
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