Applications Process Open For Leadership Walker County

  • Friday, July 29, 2016

Applications are now being taken for Leadership Walker County.  This nine month program gives participants a first-­hand look at operations of city and county governments, the educational systems, and public safety, as well as local businesses in the agricultural, manufacturing, tourism and non­profit sectors.

This program gives business professionals a network of 20+ colleagues from a variety of backgrounds and industries throughout the county. Each month will feature a one-­day tour during which the class will examine a local issue and discuss their observations as a group.

The Leadership Walker County class kicks off with a bonding retreat Sept. 12 from 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. at Camp New Dawn.

Space is limited to 24 participants.  Application and additional details are at http://www.walkercochamber.com/leadership-walker-county.html. Contact Glenda Jones at 706.375-­7702 or info@walkercochamber.com.  

The fee for the class is $350 for Chamber members and $400 for non-­members. This includes breakfast and lunch during the field trips, as well as transportation to all locations including the State Capitol Building, and a complimentary lunch at the Chamber's Leadership Walker County graduation in May. A limited number of scholarships are also available. 

 

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