Leadership Winchester 2026 Application

Leadership Winchester 2026 Application

Class of 2026 - 2027
Welcome!

You are taking the first step toward discovering your community! We wish everyone could join us, but space is limited. This application helps us determine who's ready to commit to the program. That said, Leadership Winchester-Clark County is open to anyone who lives or works in the county. Selection is determined without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, sex or national origin. Class members are selected by persons outside Clark County based on information provided on this application. We hope to see you soon!
Deadline to Apply August 28, 2026.

Please contact Cindy Banks at the Winchester-Clark County Chamber of Commerce with any questions.

CindyBanks@WinchesterKyChamber.com

(859) 744-6420

61 South Main Street, Winchester, KY, United States, 40391
Contact Information

This information will be used to help us get in contact with you, and in the Leadership Directory.
Name

First NameLast Name
Headshot Photo - It doesn't have to be professional - a selfie is OK.
Email
example@example.com
Where do you work?
Work Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Present Title
How long have you worked at your present employer?
Responsibilities
Work Phone

Area CodePhone Number
How long have you lived in Winchester / Clark County?
How long have you worked in Winchester / Clark County?
Will you need financial assistance to attend Leadership Winchester?
Please write a brief letter stating your need for financial assistance and upload it here.

Browse Files
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Education

School

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Proposed Dates and Day Chairs

Each month, the WCC Leadership Class will meet for a full day. The day chair organizes an itenerary to highlight different aspects of Winchester-Clark County.
September 17, 2026 / Orientation
October 22, 2026 / Local Government with Henry Branham
November 19, 2026 / Non-Profits Host with Halee Cunningham and Chelsea Reese
December 17, 2026 / Health Services with Matt Smith
January 21, 2027 / Economic Development Host TBD
February 18, 2027 / State Government with JoEllen Reed
March 18, 2027 / Education with Kelly Fithen
April 15, 2027 / Tourism with Jill Hamlin
May 20, 2027 / Agriculture with Lauren Mink
June 24, 2027 / Graduation Celebration
Are you and your employer willing to commit your time to attending at least nine full-day sessions?
Leadership
What do you hope to gain from participation in Leadership Winchester-Clark County?
In your judgement, what are the 3 most pressing problems facing the community today? Explain why and provide any recommendations for approaching and resolving these problems.
References

Two people who will sing your praise.
Reference 1

TitleName
Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number
Reference 2

TitleName
Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number
Payment Acknowledgement
A $50 non-refundable application deposit must be submitted with this application for you to be considered for Leadership Winchester-Clark County. The deposit will go towards your overall tuition when accepted into the program. How will you pay for the application fee?

Other
Tuition for Leadership Winchester-Clark County is $600 which covers all program costs including meals. You, your company, or a sponsor will be billed for this fee by the Winchester Clark County Chamber of Commerce.
If I am selected I pledge to devote the time and resources necessary to complete the program
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Leadership Winchester 2026 Application

Welcome!

Contact Information

Education

Leadership

References

Payment Acknowledgement