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Learn more about Loaned Executives and the positive impact they have on the South Plains community.
Since 1955, this highly regarded program has developed community-minded professionals while strengthening United Way’s ability to meet critical local needs.
Loaned Executives, step beyond their day-to-day role and into a collaborative leadership experience that connects business, philanthropy, and community impact. They work alongside peers from across the South Plains, gain firsthand insight into local challenges, and serve as a key ambassador for United Way in the community. More than 2,500 professionals have completed the Loaned Executive Program, many of whom have gone on to serve in senior leadership roles both professionally and in our community.
Each year, local businesses and organizations “loan” a select group of employees to United Way for a structured, part-time leadership assignment. Loaned Executives support workplace giving campaigns, build relationships with partners in the community, and serve as trusted advocates for United Way’s mission.
The program is intentionally designed to balance professional development, community engagement, and organizational impact, while remaining manageable alongside your career and other responsibilities. Participants receive leadership training, resources, mentorship, and ongoing support throughout the program.
May – June (2-6 hours per month): Orientation,
community education, and foundational training
July (2 full days): Retreat and training
August – December (1-2 hours per week): Active community engagement and meetings
Key Milestones:
• Program orientation and retreat
• Leadership development sessions
• Community Partner tours
• Team-based service and learning
• Annual United Way events
Participating organizations play an essential role in the Loaned Executive Program. By sponsoring an employee, companies demonstrate a commitment to leadership development and community investment.
Sponsoring companies agree to:
• Pay the program participation fee
• Support their employee’s participation throughout the program
• Recognize the value of professional growth gained through this experience
United Way is intentional about minimizing time away from the workplace while ensuring participants receive a meaningful, outcomes-driven experience.
The program fee of $1,000 helps cover training, materials, retreat expenses, and program management costs. All fees are carefully managed to ensure a high-quality experience for Loaned Executives and sponsoring organizations. Invoices will be sent to Loaned Executives upon commitment for company processing.
As a Loaned Executive, you will strengthen skills
that translate directly back to your workplace, including:
• Strategic planning and decision making
• Team leadership and partnership
• Public speaking and group facilitation
• Relationship and credibility-building
• Problem-solving and critical thinking
• Effective cross-functional collaboration
• Conversational intelligence
Loaned Executives will learn from Dr. Kathy Crockett, an experienced executive coach,
facilitator, and business executive with 30 years of experience developing effective leaders. Her engaging approach blends evidence-based leadership practices with firsthand experience leading through change.
The Loaned Executive Program is more than a volunteer opportunity. It is a proven leadership development experience with a lasting impact on both individuals and the community. By participating, you are joining a legacy of professionals who have helped strengthen Lubbock and the South Plains for generations.
We would be honored to have you join this tradition!
We use team building to ensure that every loaned executive feels connected and motivated to provide help to businesses in Lubbock.
Our loaned executives learn how to be effective leaders involved in the Lubbock community.
Loaned executives use their knowledge to provide local businesses insights for their United Way employee campaigns.
