• Class 40 Application

    Class 40 Application

  • Thank you for your interest in the Leadership Santa Rosa (LSR) program. Our competitive selection process is designed to identify and cultivate leaders who are committed to the positive growth and development of our community.

  • Please read all instructions carefully before completing the application. Your resume must accompany this application.

    Eligibility:

    • To be considered for the program, candidates must either live or work within Santa Rosa County. Individuals who do not live or work in Santa Rosa County will be considered, if availability permits.
    • Multiple applications from the same company will be considered based on availability.

    Application & Interview:

    The Selection Committee will review all applications to assess leadership potential, community involvement, professional experience, and communication skills. Candidates will be invited to an interview. In person interviews will be held October 19-23, 2026.

    Timeline:

    Applications should be received NLT Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at midnight.  All applicants will be notified of the Selection Committee's decisions by November 1st.

    The quality and appearance of the application and materials are taken into consideration. Incomplete information, blank sections, or missing materials may negatively affect your application’s review.

    Tuition & Fees:

    The tuition for the Leadership Santa Rosa program is $1,750. If you are a member of one of our Ambassador Chamber's of Commerce (Gulf Breeze Area Chamber, Jay Area Chamber, Navarre Beach Area Chamber, Santa Rosa County Chamber) you will receive discounted tuition of $1,500.

    Tuition must be paid in full by January 1st of the program year. 

    Scholarships: Partial scholarships are available on a limited basis. Please indicate your need for tuition assistance in the designated section.

    Key Dates & Attendance Requirements:

    Participation in all Leadership Santa Rosa sessions is essential to the success of the program. Participants are expected to prioritize and attend all scheduled curriculum days.

    Mandatory Attendance Requirements:

    • Orientation, SIMSOC, and the Tallahassee Trip are mandatory and cannot be missed.
    • Participants may miss no more than two (2) additional curriculum days during the program year to remain eligible for graduation.
    • Participants must communicate any anticipated absences with program leadership as early as possible.

    Class 40 Key Dates

    Date Program Event
    November 1, 2026 Notification to new class
    December 11, 2026: 9:30am - 2:00pm Orientation (Mandatory)
    January 8-9, 2027 SIMSOC (Mandatory)
    February 18, 2027 ROPES
    March 4, 2027 Business & Industry Day
    March 16-17, 2027 Tallahassee Trip (Mandatory)
    April 15, 2027 Military Day
    May 20, 2027 History Day
    June 17, 2027 Government Day
    July 22, 2027 Health & Safety Day
    August 19, 2027 Media Day
    September 16, 2027 Tourism Day
    October 21, 2027 Agri-Business Day
    November 18, 2027 Education Day
    December 9, 2027 Graduation


    Please reserve these dates on your calendar. Your active participation, engagement, and commitment throughout the year are key components of the Leadership Santa Rosa experience.

     

  • Part 1. Personal & Contact Information

    Please provide your personal and professional contact details
  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • How did you learn about Leadership Santa Rosa? (check all that apply)*

  • Part 2. Professional & Community Involvement

    Please provide details on your professional background and civic engagement
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  • Part 3. Leadership & Essay Questions

    These questions help us understand your experience, passion, and vision.
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  • Part 4. Tuition & Scholarship Information

  • Program Tuition

    Tuition for the Leadership Santa Rosa program is $1,750.  If participant is a member of one of our Ambassador Chamber's of Commerce, tuition is discounted to $1,500.  Tuition must be paid in full by January 1st of the program year.  

  • I am a business or individual member of the following Ambassador Chamber(s):

  • Tuition Assistance

    Partial scholarships are available on a limited basis to qualifying participants.  If tuition assistance is requested, a scholarship application will be sent to the applicant separately.

  • Part 5. Sponsor Commitment

    This section is for applicant's who are sponsored by their employer or another organization. After application is received, a sponsor commitment form will be sent to contact person listed below to complete in support of the applicant.

  • If you are representing a business or organization, and NOT partipating as an individual, you must complete this section of the application.  

  • Format: (000) 000-0000.

  • Part 6. Participant Commitment & Agreements

    Please read the following statements carefully and sign below to indicate your commitment to the program.

  • Assumption of Risk & Waiver of Liability

    "I acknowledge and agree that participation in the Leadership Santa Rosa program and its associated activities, including but not limited to field trips, meetings, and events, may involve certain risks. I hereby assume all risks of injury, illness, or property damage which may be sustained in connection with my participation. I, for myself, my heirs, executors, and administrators, hereby waive, release, and discharge Leadership Santa Rosa, Inc., its board of directors, officers, employees, volunteers, and agents from any and all claims, liabilities, and causes of action arising from my participation in the program, except to the extent caused by the gross negligence or willful misconduct of Leadership Santa Rosa, Inc."

  • Participant's Commitment

    "I understand and agree to dedicate the necessary time and resources to fully participate in all Leadership Santa Rosa sessions and activities for the entire program year. I agree to abide by the program's code of conduct, dress code, and attendance policies. I understand that my failure to abide by the program's code of conduct and policies may lead to my removal from the program with no tuition refund."

  • Media Release

    "I grant permission to Leadership Santa Rosa to use photographs, videos, or other media containing my likeness for promotional and archival purposes."

  • Accuracy of Information

    "I certify that all information provided in this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge."

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