Leadership Program now accepting applications

June 03, 2014
APPLY NOW FOR
LEADERSHIP WASHINGTON COUNTY
 
 
            The Washington County Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications from those interested in participating in the Leadership Washington County program. This is the renowned local program designed to seek out current and future leaders from all segments of our community in order to educate, train and motivate them to be effective leaders.

            Leadership Washington County participants are exposed to educational sessions covering many aspects of this community and region.  The sessions create an awareness of the resources of Washington County and put the class in contact with local experts in various fields.  Program participants also gain valuable experience from interacting with each other and forming lasting relationships with other professionals.  Employers who send key personnel through the class benefit by having an employee who is educated about the resources of the county and has learned new leadership skills.

            “Many local businesses value this program and sponsor an employee nearly every year,” said Chamber president Page Michel. “They find it to be extremely valuable for their professional staff development. ” 

            “Since the program involves a specific focus on Washington County resources, it is unlike any program offered elsewhere,” said Jane Hinze, Chamber member services manager.

The program involves a time commitment of one day a month for ten months and a tuition fee that covers all tours, meals, group travel and supplies. The program begins in August with an orientation, and day-long sessions are then held once a month through May 2015. 

     Any person or business interested in more information can visit the Chamber website: www.BrenhamTexas.com and click on “Leadership.”  You may also contact the Washington County Chamber staff at (979) 836-3695. Applications are now available both at the Chamber office (314 S. Austin Street, Brenham) and on the website.  The deadline for applications to be turned in is July 18, 2014.