Loaned Executive Program

Empowering Executives, Enhancing Employers and Enriching Communities

Become a Loaned Executive with United Way
of Central Alabama

Whether you’re ready to grow as a leader, sponsor someone’s journey or invest in your community, United Way of Central Alabama’s Loaned Executive (LE) Program is your gateway to deeper impact.

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Group photo of the 2024 class of loaned executives and the Resource Development staff of UWCA.

What’s is the loaned executive program?

Each year, United Way of Central Alabama asks local organizations to select one or more of their valued employees to participate in the Loaned Executive Program for a 13-week working session during which participants develop and implement company campaigns by working with top management and employee campaign coordinators. 

These loaned executives come from all areas of the work force, including middle management, professional, clerical and organized labor. Many employers utilize the Loaned Executive program to strengthen and improve employees’ professional and personal skills.

🎥 Watch: How the Loaned Executive Program Builds Confident Leaders

In this short video, former Loaned Executives share how the program helped them grow—both professionally and personally. From overcoming fear of public speaking to finding their voice as leaders, their stories reflect the powerful transformation that happens when professionals step up to serve their community.

Whether you’re considering applying, sponsoring, or nominating a colleague, this video gives a glimpse into the impact the program has—on individuals, companies, and our community.

👋 Want to Know More?

Whether you’re thinking about applying, sponsoring, or sending a team member, we’d love to connect.

Take Advantage of Training and Leadership Development Opportunities

Comprehensive Benefits of the Loaned Executive Program

Leadership Development

Presentations and Sales Skills

Myers-Briggs Personality Assessment and Application

Team Building

Time Management

Planning, Organizing and Communication

Benefits to the Loaned Executive

  • Strengthened skills in sales, time management, communications, negotiation and presentations
  • Increased self-confidence
  • Valuable contacts throughout the business community
  • Heightened awareness and understanding of community needs and resources in health and human services

Benefits to the Employer

  • Provides a tool to help prepare high-potential employees for leadership roles at work and in the community
  • Employees return with leadership experience and advanced personal and professional skills
  • Strengthened relationships with other organizations through contacts and working relationships
  • An opportunity to impact the community’s quality of life

Benefits to the Community

  • Maximization of volunteer effort
  • Minimization of fundraising costs
  • An increase in contributions to help people
  • Increased knowledge about core needs in our community

Testimonials

The loaned Executive Program is an incredible opportunity. The individual comes back more well-rounded and polished, all while promoting your company’s name.
– Nancy Collat Goedecke, Retired Chairman & CEO Mayer Electric Supply Company
The Loaned Executive Program is an exceptional leadership opportunity for professional growth and development while making a positive difference in the lives of others.
– Tim Vines, President and Cheif Executive Officer, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How can companies sponsor the loaned executive program?

    Sponsorship opportunities are available. Please contact Cameron Shevlin Foster at 205.458.2102 or [email protected] for more information.

  • What can I expect as a loaned executive?

    United Way’s Loaned Executive program is designed to build professional skills, such as sales and public speaking, through a fast-paced 13-week program that supplements UWCA’s year-round fundraisers during the annual campaign. With businesses from throughout Blount, Chilton, Jefferson, Shelby, St. Clair and Walker Counties both loaning their employees and sponsoring other community members to participate, UWCA’S is one of the leading LE programs among all United Ways.

  • How can I apply to be a loaned executive?

    If you are with a company, ask your manager or human resource manager.

    If you are an individual not associated with a company, you can apply to fill a sponsored loaned executive role. Apply now at: [email protected].

Download a printable UWCA Loaned Executive Program Flyer

Meet the 2024 Class of Loaned Executives

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Loaned Executive Staff

Cameron Shevlin Foster

Vice President of Corporate Relations

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