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PURPOSE:
To empower participants to be catalysts for positive
change by providing a deeper understanding of our
community and by sharing practical tools for
effective community leadership
The Community Leadership Program
is a dynamic, interactive leadership
development experience designed to:
PROVIDE A DEEPER UNDERSTANDING
OF OUR COMMUNITY
Each month participants are given a closer
look at the opportunities and challenges in
our community through the eyes of a wide
variety of leaders from every sector of our
community including education, community
services, government systems, and
economic development.
SHARE PRACTICAL TOOLS FOR
EFFECTIVE COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP
Each month participants will be introduced to
practical, effective tools to help them better
understand themselves and their personal
role in influencing community change. We
will use the Strengths Finder 2.0 Assessment,
and discuss the concepts in Stephen Covey’s
book, Seven Habits of Highly Effective People.
Participants will also learn key elements of
community leadership including conflict
resolution, working on teams, influencing
change, and networking. We will read and
discuss one habit each month.
EMPOWER PARTICIPANTS TO BE
CATALYSTS FOR POSITIVE CHANGE
Participants will develop strong relationships
by networking throughout the eight-month
program. They will also work with a small
group to share creative ideas and develop a
group project in an area of their choice.
PROGRAM COST
Early Bird Rate through Sept 25, 2017:
$595 per person
After Sept 25, 2017: $695 per person
Participants may pay this cost themselves or be
sponsored by their employer, service club, organization,
personal sponsors, corporate sponsor, etc.
Scholarship opportunities may also be available.
Call the Heart of Wisconsin for details.
Although the cost for participants is $695,
the actual cost of this program is
approximately $1500 per person.
The additional costs are underwritten by
community support and sponsorship.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
PARTICIPANTS MUST ATTEND ALL SESSIONS
INCLUDING GRADUATION - NO EXCEPTIONS
- A one and one-half day (overnight) retreat in October
- Seven full-day sessions, November- May
- Community project meetings, as needed
- Attend one local community service/government
meeting or event
- Graduation
APPLICATIONS / NOMINATIONS
Anyone who is interested in community involvement or
enhancing their understanding of leadership is invited to
participate. Applicants may apply on their own or be
nominated by an individual or organization.
Applications are due by
October 6, 2017.
Fill out the application form.
Submit two letters of recommendation, one being
from your immediate supervisor.
Program Partnership Opportunities Available
For more information contact
Kerry Krambeer at 715-422-4856
“A positive outcome takes positive people.
I enjoyed my Leadership class experience,
because I met positive people of all ages and
walks of life. This experience showed me
how much people love this community,
and what I can do to show my appreciation
for the greater Wisconsin Rapids area.”
“The Community Leadership Program is
a great way to engage in and learn more
about the place we call home. I appreciated
the opportunity to meet community leaders
and learn about the work currently underway
within their organizations.”
“Working with my group members on our
project was a fantastic learning experience,
we each brought a different skill-set to the
table and worked very well together to
complete a successful group project. Most
of all, the relationships I built with my
classmates are invaluable. This is an
experience I won’t soon forget”
Session 1: October 19-20
Leadership Retreat is Thursday 12:30 PM through
Friday, 2:00 PM
Session 2: November 2
Community Service
Thursday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Session 3: December 7
Conflict & Diversity
Thursday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Session 4: January 4
Education & Workforce Development
Thursday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Session 5: February 1
Government Services
Thursday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Session 6: March 1
Economic Development
Thursday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Session 7: April 5
Community Visit
Thursday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Session 8: May 3
Tying It All Together
Thursday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Graduation : May 31
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
PARTICIPANTS MUST ATTEND ALL SESSIONS
COMMENTS FROM PAST
PARTICIPANTS:
2017/2018 SCHEDULE
COMMUNITY
LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
2017 ~ 2018
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Contact Kerry at 715-423-1830
www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com
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