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  • Class of 2026 Application

    Thank you for your interest in Leadership Gwinnett! Please take the time to read through the entire application before you begin. As the application is a critical component of the selection process, we encourage you to approach it thoughtfully and dedicate sufficient time to completing it. We recommend saving your work frequently and keeping a backup of your responses in a separate document to avoid any issues during submission.
  • Personal Information

  • TUITION & FUNDING

    If accepted into the Leadership Gwinnett Program, you or your company, are responsible for the tuition fee of $3,950.00 which covers planned group activities, meals during the retreats and learning days, and double occupancy accommodation at both retreats. Full payment will be due July 9, 2025, if selected for the class of 2026. Payment not received by July 9 could result in forfeiture of your class participation. Because it is both an honor and a privilege to be selected for the Leadership Gwinnett program the highest degree of commitment is expected of all participants, including 100% attendance and participation in all activities, events and assignments.
  • RETREAT ROOMING PREFERENCE

    As part of the program, you will attend two retreats. Tuition is based on double occupancy, meaning you will share a room with another participant. If you prefer a single hotel room for both retreats, an additional fee will apply. Selecting a single room ensures you have private accommodations during both retreats.

    Please note tuition and the rooming upgrade fee will be billed as separate invoices.

  • PARTIAL SCHOLARSHIPS

    A limited number of partial scholarships are awarded by the Leadership Gwinnett Foundation each year. To apply, you must complete and submit a separate online application no later than March 24, 2025. Please note that selecting "Yes" below does not constitute an application, nor will it prompt us to send you the scholarship application. It is your responsibility to apply by the deadline. Click here to apply for the scholarship.

  • APPLICATION FEE

    A $25 application fee is required with the submission of your application. You can click here to pay online, or you will be automatically redirected to the payment page after completing this application.

  • LEADERSHIP GWINNETT COMMITMENT STATEMENT

  • Please verify that you will be available for all of the following dates and times:

    Orientation & Reception August 5, 2025 5:00 - 8:00 pm
    Fall Retreat September 5-7, 2025 7:30 am Fri. - noon Sun.
    Learning Days






    October 8, 2025
    November 12, 2025
    December 10, 2025
    January 14, 2026
    February 11, 2026
    March 11, 2026
    April 15, 2026

    7:30 am - 6:00 pm
    7:30 am - 6:00 pm
    6:30 am - 6:00 pm
    7:30 am - 6:00 pm
    7:30 am - 6:00 pm
    7:30 am - 6:00 pm
    7:30 am - 7:00 pm

    Spring Retreat May 22-23, 2026 7:30 am Fri. - noon Sat.

     














    Note: These are core times, some days may vary slightly depending on the location and activities.

    Additionally, a total of eight (8) small group study discussion sessions will be held during the year with each session lasting about two hours during a weeknight following the Fall Retreat and each learning day. Homework assignments, including reading and research, as well as site visits (for example, Principal for a Day, facility tours, etc), may also be assigned in advance of each learning day to enhance subject knowledge and stimulate discussions during the learning day.

  • By typing your name below, you acknowledge and agree that non-attendance or lack of participation may result in removal from the program.

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  • We require a commitment from your employer (director/manager) on your participation in the Leadership Gwinnett program (unless you are the organization owner). Please obtain their signature on the online form at https://www.leadershipgwinnett.com/lg-commitment/

  • COMMUNITY AND CIVIC INVOLVEMENT

  • Please list in order of importance to you the top 3 community, civic, political, religious, social, athletic, or other organizations in which you have been active. Go beyond what you are already doing for your job. List specific experiences that are taking you into the community. 

    Do not include business & professional activities.

  • Please list your top 3 major contributions at any of your 3 organizations listed above. (Example: what initiative did you help get off the ground?)

  • EDUCATION AND OTHER ACHIEVEMENTS

  • EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE

    Please summarize your principal employment experience and contributions. Take time to brag about yourself and share your employment accomplishments.
  • COMMITMENT

    Give the reviewer very clear insight on what makes you a good candidate for Leadership Gwinnett. Be thorough and thoughtful.
  • COMMUNITY AWARENESS

    This is the essay part of the application, and your answers are weighted in the review process. Be thoughtful and complete.
  • SUBMISSION

  • IMPORTANT NOTES:

    1. RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED OR REVIEWED

    2. SUBMIT A $25 APPLICATION FEE ONLINE:
    A $25 application fee is required with the submission of your application. You can click here to pay online, or you will be automatically redirected to the payment page after completing this application.

    3. SUPERVISOR APPROVAL:
    Send this link to your supervisor to confirm and approve the LG program dates: 
    https://www.leadershipgwinnett.com/lg-commitment/

    4. ALL ITEMS DUE BY 5:00 PM on MARCH 24, 2025:
    Submit application, application fee, supervisor approval, and scholarship application (if application) by this deadline. 

    Questions? Technical assistance? Contact Logan Serrano, Interim President & CEO.
    Phone: 770-722-8230
    Email: LSerrano@leadershipgwinnett.com

  • SIGN & SUBMIT:

    I hereby certify that the information provided herein is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I also authorize Leadership Gwinnett's designated representative to verify any information contained in this application.

    DISCLAIMER: By typing your name below, you are providing your electronic signature for this application. You acknowledge and agree that your electronic signature holds the same legal validity and enforceability as a handwritten signature.

     

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