LWP Class 37 Application
Please complete the questions below and submit by May 11, 2026. Your application will be evaluated by a diverse alumni committee in the context of the entire applicant pool. The Selection Committee relies heavily on your written responses, so please answer thoughtfully and thoroughly. Selection notifications will occur in June 2026.
TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF
First Name
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Last Name
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Preferred First Name/Nickname:
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This will be used for name badge and communications
Please type the phonetic spelling of your first AND last names:
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Personal Email:
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This will be used as secondary email contact.
Personal Phone Number:
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This will be used as secondary phone contact.
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Home Address:
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City:
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State / Province:
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Postal / Zip Code:
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Date of Birth:
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Select your age range:
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Under 25
25-34 years
35-44 years
45-54 years
55-64 years
65-74 years
75+ years
Gender:
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Ethnicity
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American Indian or Alaska Native
Asian
Black or African American
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
Hispanic or Latino
White (not Hispanic or Latino)
Prefer not to answer
Other
Number of years in Central Florida:
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Less than 1 year
1-5 years
6-10 years
Greater than 10 years
Select your shirt size. Please select carefully as this polo is worn to every LWP session. Note: Women's sizes run small. Recommend to size up.
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Women's (Fitted) - Small
Women's (Fitted) - Medium
Women's (Fitted) - Large
Women's (Fitted) - X Large
Women's (Fitted) - XX Large
Men's - Small
Men's - Medium
Men's - Large
Men's - X Large
Men's - XX Large
YOUR CAREER
Current Employer (for name badge):
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Industry Type:
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Please Select
Accounting
Communications/PR
Education
Engineering
Environmental
Finance/Banking
Construction/General Contractor/Builder
Government
Healthcare
Home Services
Hospitality
Insurance
Law
Professional Services/Consulting
Nonprofit
Real Estate - Residential
Real Estate - Commercial
Real Estate - Property Management
Retail
Senior Services
Small Business Owner
Technology
Other
Please Specify:
Business Size
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1-9 employees
10-19 employees
20-49 employees
50-100 employees
101+ employees
Business Email:
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This will be used as primary email contact.
Business Phone Number:
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This will be used as primary phone contact.
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Business Address:
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City:
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State:
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Please Select
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AK
AZ
AR
CA
CO
CT
DE
FL
GA
HI
ID
IL
IN
IA
KS
KY
LA
ME
MD
MA
MI
MN
MS
MO
MT
NE
NV
NH
NJ
NM
NY
NC
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OH
OK
OR
PA
RI
SC
SD
TN
TX
UT
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VA
WA
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WI
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Postal / Zip Code:
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Title/Position:
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Hire Date:
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Describe what your company/organization does including your target customers, type of work and your specific job responsibilities:
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0/400
What do you consider your most rewarding career achievement to date?:
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0/400
YOUR EDUCATION
Please list any degree(s) earned, including date(s):
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0/300
YOUR COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
List all community involvement, including duration and/or frequency:
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0/400
YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS
List your professional achievements (Format: Award Title/Granting Organization):
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0/400
SHORT ANSWER
Please select which objective most closely aligns with your PRIMARY reason for applying to LWP?
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Leadership development
Long-term community involvement
Networking
Deepen community understanding
Why do you want to participate in Leadership Winter Park?
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0/400
What do you expect to gain from Leadership Winter Park?:
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0/400
What do you believe are the qualities of a good leader?:
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0/400
What are your long-term civic/volunteer objectives after your Leadership year?
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0/400
Explain what you consider to be one of the most critical challenges facing the Winter Park or Central Florida community:
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0/400
How did you hear about Leadership Winter Park?
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0/100
Please list any other information you would like the LWP Selection Committee to know, if not included in the responses above:
0/200
LWP PROGRAM COMMITMENT
By clicking the boxes below, you agree to the following program requirements:
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I am aware of all LWP Class 37 dates (found at www.winterpark.org/next-class/). If I am selected to participate, I will attend the Orientation Retreat, Pancake Breakfast, Graduation, and at least six of the eight session dates to complete the program.
I have approval from my employer to fully participate in this program, if applicable.
I have approved this application, as well as the time and financial commitment required to participate, if selected.
I understand that the application fee is nonrefundable and does not guarantee acceptance to Leadership Winter Park.
SCHOLARSHIPS
In an effort to see that more candidates have the opportunity to develop their leadership capacity and engage in the community, the Winter Park Improvement Foundation's Legacy Fund was created to provide vital scholarships for community members. Scholarship funds are raised every year by alumni and community members on the annual Day of Giving and at the Pancake Breakfast. While you can only be awarded one scholarship, you may apply to multiple if you meet the criteria.
Please indicate if you are interested in applying for any of the following LWP scholarships:
Barnes Small Business Scholarship - Covers up to 50% of tuition. Eligible candidates are small business owners or entrepreneurs who live or work in Winter Park.
Nonprofit Scholarship - Covers up to 50% of tuition. Eligible candidates work for a 501(c)3 tax-exempt nonprofit or civil service organization.
Opportunity Scholarship - Covers up to 100% of tuition. Need-based scholarship is offered to expand the program’s accessibility and belonging goals.
Barnes Small Business Scholarship Application
Please share the origin story for your small business:
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0/400
How is your small business connected to Winter Park?
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0/400
What are your small business goals for the next 5 years?
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0/400
Please explain why you require financial assistance and should be considered for a partial scholarship:
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0/300
List your company/organization's total annual net revenue for the most recent fiscal year:
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Candidates selected for scholarship assistance are required to contribute to Leadership Winter Park by participating as a volunteer for events benefiting the scholarship fund. Are you willing to volunteer for at least two events?
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Yes
No
By checking these boxes, I understand:
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Recipients of the Barnes Small Business Scholarship are required to be/become a member of the Winter Park Chamber.
Recipients of the Barnes Small Business Scholarship are required to serve on one LWP or Chamber committee and volunteer at a minimum of two events during the Class term.
The scholarship benefactor may request a meeting with recipients of this scholarship during the Class term.
Nonprofit Scholarship Application
Please describe how attending Leadership Winter Park will help you achieve your nonprofit organization's mission in Winter Park:
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0/500
Please explain why you require financial assistance and should be considered for a partial scholarship:
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0/300
List your company/organization's total annual net revenue for the most recent fiscal year:
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Candidates selected for scholarship assistance are required to contribute to Leadership Winter Park by participating as a volunteer for events benefiting the scholarship fund. Are you willing to volunteer for at least two events?
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Yes
No
By checking these boxes, I understand:
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Recipients of the Nonprofit Scholarship are required to be/become a member of the Winter Park Chamber.
Recipients of the Nonprofit Scholarship are required to serve on one LWP or Chamber committee and volunteer at a minimum of two scholarship fundraising events during the Class term.
Opportunity Scholarship Application
The purpose of this scholarship is to bring a variety of perspectives and voices into the Leadership Winter Park class. Please share how your background or perspective can bring a unique lens to class discussions and future leadership opportunities:
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0/500
Please explain why you require financial assistance and should be considered for a full scholarship:
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0/300
Candidates selected for scholarship assistance are required to contribute to Leadership Winter Park by participating as a volunteer for events benefiting the scholarship fund. Are you willing to volunteer for at least two events?
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Yes
No
By checking these boxes, I understand:
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Recipients of the Opportunity Scholarship are required to be/become a member of the Winter Park Chamber.
Recipients of the Opportunity Scholarship are required to serve on one LWP or Chamber committee and volunteer at a minimum of two events during the Class term.
APPLICATION FEE & PAYMENT
The following fee payment is required to submit this application.
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LWP Application Fee
Nonrefundable application fee for LWP Class 37
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