In episode 55 of the LorainCounty.com Insights podcast, host Ed Skimin speaks with Margarita Padua, President and CEO of Leadership Lorain County. 

Margarita discusses the organization's mission to foster lifelong leaders and civic engagement, highlighting the Signature Class program and summer internships for college students. 

She shares her personal journey to becoming the President and CEO, the organization's funding sources, and her vision for the future. 

Margarita also talks about the importance of community involvement, the impact of their strong alumni network, and how their leadership programs address community needs.

Developing Leaders for Lorain County: An Interview with Margarita Padua, President and CEO of Leadership Lorain County

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

00:35 Meet Margarita Padua: CEO of Leadership Lorain County

02:23 Signature Class Program and Its Impact

03:40 Summer Internship Program Insights

05:17 Funding and Alumni Engagement

08:19 Community Needs and Class Projects

12:34 Margarita's Personal Journey and Vision

20:28 Conclusion and Contact Information