Al Alborn, Class of 2012

Alan P. (“Al”) Alborn, LPW Class of 2012

Freelance writer, photographer, and media consultant

Tell us a little about what you do:

I write and take photographs for a bi-weekly column for InsideNoVA titled “Around Prince William.” My bi-weekly column focuses on political, social, human interest and other subjects which occur in Prince William County. Member of the Virginia Press Association, the Outdoor Writers Association of America, and the Virginia Outdoor Writer’s Association.

What’s new since you graduated from LPW?

Leadership Prince William gave me a greater appreciation of the many dimensions of Prince William County. This knowledge armed me well to explore issues I write about in greater depth. It has also made me more active as a political and social activist.

What is your favorite LPW memory?

Breaking the rules for all of the exercises. I was surprised to be elected to the Class Representative to the Board of Regents since I didn’t actually run for the position. Fellow classmate and team member John Frisch nominated me.

What does leadership mean to you?

Real leadership is decided by others. You are only a leader if there are people following you voluntarily, or if you are influencing processes and decisions you care about.

Any final thoughts?

I hope you read my column!

No matter your background, if you are interested in your community and making it better while making yourself and your business more successful, then take the time to participate in Leadership Prince William. It will make a difference. You will make a difference.

I can’t imagine any leadership program having more of an impact on my life, both personally and professionally, than Leadership Prince William.

You’ll forge long-lasting friendships with your classmates and alumni – and you’ll learn about yourself along the way. You’ll be provided the opportunity to look critically at how you think and behave – and develop strategies that focus on your strengths to create stronger teams and to become a more effective, compassionate leader.

The program allows greater appreciation and understanding of all facets of the community. The program demonstrates how to lead change one person at a time, one group at a time, one community at a time.

I believe that Leadership Prince William has provided valuable information about the many different aspects of our entire community as well the opportunity to participate in discussions in which leaders share differing perspectives and proposed solutions to our challenges.

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Manassas Park, VA 20111

Phone: 703-895-4512
Email: info@leadershipprincewilliam.org

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