PURPOSE

Leadership Anson was created to develop competent and skilled leadership for the challenging times ahead. This intensive, six-month leadership program provides participants with an overview of the theories and concepts of leadership, a knowledge of the opportunities and understanding of governmental agencies and community organizations at work in the county, consideration of historical and cultural influences and an open dialogue between emerging and current community leaders.

PROGRAM

The Chamber Leadership Program consists of 10 full-day sessions held two days a month from January to June. The sessions are held at various locations in Anson County that best relate to the topic. During each session, participants are introduced to issues by means of panels, lectures, tours, group discussions and simulations. In each case, the program is designed to address specific areas rather than vague concepts.

PARTICIPANTS

Participants are selected in an objective process with information presented on a completed program application. Selection criteria are:

• Motivation and commitment to serve the community
• Demonstrated leadership qualities
• An interest in participating in community projects upon completion of the series.

 

• NOTE: The maximum capacity for each year’s class is 25. Participants are required to attend the all-day and/or overnight retreat to graduate. Each participate can miss one class in order to graduate. Missed sessions must be made up within two years.

The topics covered in the Leadership Anson program are as follow: Leadership Skill Development; Community & Volunteerism; Business, Industry & Economic Development; Law Enforcement, Fire & Rescue; Education; Human Services; Water Resources; Tourism; Health Services; Local & State Government; Agriculture.

TUITION

If accepted in the Leadership Anson program, each participant (or participant’s sponsor or company) will be billed for the tuition fee of $525.00 for program costs. Cost includes all materials, lunches, refreshments, and transportation for trips.

We ask that participants commit to attend the all-day or overnight retreat and the classes in their entirety. Are you and/or your employer willing to make such a commitment of your time? Check one:  _______YES     ________NO

Absenteeism may result in being dropped from the course; no more than two classes may be missed. If you are unable to make a commitment, it may not be in your best interest to apply now.

Begin with high school, then college(s), business or trade schools and/or other specialized training.

Please list, in order of importance, up to four community, civic, professional, business, religious, social, athletic and other organizations of which you are or have been a member. Approximate Date of Membership Organization

How much time each month do you commit to community, civic, professional and other organizations and

Have you been as active as you would like?  ______YES    _______NO

If no, what have been the major barriers to your becoming involved?

If not a native, why did you move to Anson County?

Applications must be received at the Anson County Chamber of Commerce by Friday, December 12, 2025. Maximum participant number is 25, minimum requirement is 15. Applicants will be notified of acceptance or non-acceptance by January 6, 2026.

All applications are subject to confidential evaluations by the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors.

 

My tuition will be paid by: _______Employer   _______Myself   _______Third Party

 

Please list third party and address:

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Application should be sent to: Anson County Chamber of Commerce P.O. Box 305 Wadesboro, NC 28170, emailed to info@ansoncountychamber.org, or submitted online.