TOPIC: City and County Government

Must be a participant in the current Leadership class to attend.

PURPOSE

Leadership Shelby County was created to increase the quality and quantity of men and women capable of accepting leadership roles in varied community organizations. Participants are exposed to a variety of social and economic issues facing our area. This awareness helps develop informed, civic-oriented leaders who are interested in helping direct the future of Shelby County.

PROGRAM

The Chamber Leadership Program consists of 10 full-day sessions held one day a month from September through June, typically the third Thursday of each month, except in March due to area schools Spring Break. The sessions are held at various locations in Shelby County that best relate to the topic. During each session, participants are introduced to issues by means of panels, lectures, tours, group discussions and simulations. In each case, the program is designed to address specific areas rather than vague concepts.

PARTICIPANTS

Participants are selected in an objective process with information presented on a completed program application. Selection criteria are:

Motivation and commitment to serve the community
Demonstrated leadership qualities
An interest in participating in community projects upon completion of the series

NOTE: The maximum capacity for each year’s class is 25. Participants are required to attend the entire day of all sessions to graduate. Missed sessions must be made up within two years.

As part of the program, participants serve an internship with a local non-profit or governmental group. Placement is made when the Leadership program year begins in September. Those currently serving on an active board may submit a written request to be excused from the internship requirement.

The topics covered in the Leadership program are: Leadership Skill Development; Local History and Geography; Economic Development; Law Enforcement, Fire & Rescue; Education; Human Services; Media; Health Services; Local Government; Agriculture.

TUITION

If accepted in the Leadership Shelby County program, each participant (or participant's sponsor or company) will be billed for the tuition fee of $300.00 for program costs. There is financial assistance available in applicable situations.

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