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A Program of the St. Lucie County Chamber of Commerce

Leadership St. Lucie identifies and develops diverse leaders who impact the community through leadership.

The St. Lucie County Chamber of Commerce began the leadership program in 1983 to help participants become proactive community leaders. The program includes a series of discussions and site visits developed to expose participants to the greatest challenges and opportunities facing the community today.

The Leadership Alumni Council will review your application. It is recommended you put thought and attention into your responses. While all of the information you provide is important, during their review, they will place great emphasis on the organizations for whom you volunteer and the leadership positions you hold or held in those organizations. The program looks for candidates who are committed to the welfare of the community and want to assume responsibility for its leadership.

The two-year program begins in January with a mandatory orientation and one-day Team Building session. After Orientation and Team Building in January, the class meets once a month for 10 full-day programs. The second year participants design the sessions for the next class.

Each day-long class focuses on a different aspect of the community, including dedicated days to History, Education, Government, Economic Development, Health, Nonprofits and more.

In order to graduate, participants must attend at least nine to 11 sessions.

Tuition for the program is $1,045 and is payable by the individual, their employer or the sponsoring organization. Tuition covers meals, any materials and transportation. Partial financial assistance is available on a limited basis. The tuition is non-refundable.

Application deadline is Friday, Oct. 13.

Name

First NameLast Name

Preferred First Name for Name Badge

Years in St. Lucie

Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

City

Zip

Email

example@example.com

Cell Phone

Age

Business/Organization

Immediate Supervisor

Supervisor Phone

Supervisor Email

example@example.com

Have you completed any other leadership programs?

YesNo

If yes, where?

What is your current level of management?

OwnerExecutiveMiddleNon-Management

Tell us about your work experience

Tell us about your education experience

Tell us about your involvement in local organizations and activities

Are you interested in seeking key volunteer, board, public office or other community roles?

Tell us about any awards or honors you have received.

One of the goals of Leadership St. Lucie is to build a countywide network of community leaders who can enhance their problem-solving and other leadership abilities through shared perspectives. Describe what you feel are the two most pressing issues facing St. Lucie County.

1.

2.

Why should you be selected for Leadership St. Lucie?

Please provide any other information that may be helpful in your selection.

Limited scholarships are available, they may pay half or all of your tuition. Would you like to be considered for a scholarship through any of the following programs or organizations?

Port St. Lucie Business Women

Council on Social Services

Chamber Ambassadors

Leadership St. Lucie

In 500 words or less, clearly explain why you should be awarded a partial tuition scholarship for Leadership St. Lucie. Please provide a letter of recommendation from your employer to leadership@stluciechamber.org.

By signing below, I acknowledge that this applicant has company support, which includes the time required to participate in all sessions of the Leadership St. Lucie Program and Chamber Committee involvement in year two and that I am authorized to approve such application.

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Attendance requirements: Orientation is Mandatory. No Exceptions.

One full day session per month, on the second Thursday of each month from January through November, 7:30 am to 5:00 pm. Participants will ride the Leadership Bus. Participation in a class project.

Note: Participants who miss more than two classes will not graduate. NO exceptions. Tuition for each participant is due upon acceptance.

Tuition is nonrefundable after Dec. 1.

I understand

The goals and commitment of the the leadership program and the attendance requirements
All statements made by participants and program speakers are confidential
I am making a commitment to assist in the planning of at least one class for Leadership St. Lucie the following year
If, for any reason, I am not able to complete the above program requirements I may be asked to withdraw from the program and no portion of the tuition will be refunded
I understand the information outlined above and have discussed the same with my employer

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Scholarship Assistance

Employer Commitment

Applicant Commitment