Developing impactful, creative, and inspiring local leaders.
Build Your Future in Leadership
Do you dream of launching your own business or community program? Are you always brainstorming creative ideas or ways to earn income? Do you see challenges as opportunities to grow?
The Southern Management Leadership Program (SMLP) helps students develop their entrepreneurial mindset while pursuing an associate's and a bachelor's degree. It is open to students of all majors at PGCC, finishing at the University of Maryland, College Park.
Accepting Applications from March 1 – May 31
Learn more about this program at the University of Maryland, College Park's website.
What the Program Offers
Scholarships
Scholarships for Southern Management Leaders account for 55% of tuition at Montgomery College or Prince George’s Community College and up to 50% at the University of Maryland.
Students are also eligible to receive additional funds for books and other required technology and benefit from one-on-one advising and mentoring from dedicated Program Directors at each of the three schools.
Southern Management Leadership Program Network
Students also receive exclusive access to the Southern Management Leadership Program network. Make meaningful connections with an ever-expanding group of talented alumni. Additionally, alignment with Southern Management Companies also provides access to the resources of a local, billion-dollar business with roughly 80 offices and more than 1,700 employees.
Leveraging this relationship with Southern Management provides additional access to business professionals, various internship possibilities, and valuable opportunities to develop professional relationships.
About the Program
Founded by Suzanne Hillman, president and CEO of Southern Management Companies, and the Hillman Family, SMLP has supported student leaders in Prince George's and Montgomery counties for over a decade. With deep roots in the local community, SMLP aims to develop strong leaders who will use their education and experience to make a lasting impact in their hometowns.
“What better way to give back to our local communities than developing impactful, creative, and inspiring local leaders?”
— Suzanne Hillman, President and CEO, Southern Management Companies
Graduates of the program have gone on to start businesses, lead community initiatives, and hold key leadership roles across industries. By joining SMLP, students gain lifelong access to a growing network of professionals and alumni.
Upcoming Zoom Information Sessions
- Tuesday, May 13 at 11 a.m.
- Tuesday, May 20 at 11 a.m.
- Tuesday, May 22 at 3 p.m.
- Wednesday, May 28 at 3 p.m.
- Thursday, May 29 at 11 a.m.
Have Questions?
See answers to our Frequently Asked Questions. You can also visit us on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram.
Contact Us
Center for Health Studies, Room 3211
Prince George's Community College
301 Largo Road
Largo, MD 20774
Jaché Williams
Director, SMLP
Prince George’s Community College
smlp@pgcc.edu
Sara Herald
Director, SMLP
University of Maryland, College Park
sherald@umd.edu
Rebecca Razavi
Director, SMLP
Montgomery College
rebecca.razavi@montgomerycollege.edu
