LEADERSHIP JOHNSON COUNTY

Tomorrow's Leaders Made Today Through Leadership Johnson County

Mission

Leadership Johnson County prepares and motivates a diverse group of community-minded leaders through education and training.

The future of Johnson County is directly tied to the quality of its leadership. Leadership Johnson County is a program founded by the Johnson County Chamber of Commerce to identify and prepare the community's future leadership resources. The program provides Johnson County with a network of current and emerging leaders who posses the skill and sense of commitment to improve the community.

Program

Our program begins in September with a retreat and continues with six one-day sessions, ending with. Each month has a different focus including:

• History
• Government
• Business & Industry
• Health and Social Services
• Education
• Tourism & Development

The sessions are conducted by leaders in their fields. In addition, field trips provide a firsthand look at important community locations.

Participants

Each year a class of men and women who represent a cross section of Johnson County is selected. Candidates are nominated by employers, organizations, or individuals. A selection committee reviews applications and participants are selected on the basis of their activity in the community and their potential as leaders. Participants become leaders who actively give their time and effort to our community. Graduates have a greater understanding of our county's business, industrial, civic and educational issues. The skills learned through Leadership Johnson County prompt gradates to act on their awareness of community issues.

Nationwide studies of leadership programs indicate graduates are active in at least on community organization.

Tuition

Tuition is normally provided by sponsors, employers, or other organizations willing to help
finance this deductible expense. Limited scholarships are available.

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