2021 Community Builders Application

Leadership Lake County has provided leadership development programs since 1987. The experiential nature of our program days and the preparation for workplace and community leadership roles are the hallmarks of our programs.

Leadership Lake County Community Builders is designed for front-line employees and entry-level managers. This program focuses on developing communication and strategic thinking skills. The program includes development of personal, professional and community leadership skills. Community Builders runs October - May on the first Monday of each month from Noon to 5 pm; and includes a working lunch. Class size is limited to 24 individuals. Tuition is $595 and includes all materials, texts and assessments.

Application Due Date: September 11, 2020

Applicants will be notified of their status by September 15, 2020.

Participants in Leadership Lake County, Inc. Community Builders Program will be selected from those individuals who have timely submitted their application form.

Please note: Invoices for the $595 non-refundable tuition will be issued with notification of acceptance. Do NOT send payment with application.

Participation

In order to accomplish the program’s stated objectives, total attendance and full participation of each individual selected is necessary. Participation includes:

Please review class dates below. All half-day sessions are on the first Monday of the month from Noon to 5 pm unless otherwise noted. Orientation and Closing Retreat sessions are Mandatory. Attendance at 85% all other sessions is required for graduation.

Class of 2021 Dates and Topics (subject to change)

2020

September 21 Orientation - Business Dress, Professional Head Shots and Class Photo

October 19 Diagnose the Situation I – Understanding your Behavior Style

November 2 Diagnose the Situation II – Personal Effectiveness - Your Brand

December 7 Managing Self I - Conflict & Negotiation

2021

January 4 Managing Self II - Failure & Adversity

February 1 Energize Others I - Collaboration & Intergenerational Communications

March 1 Energize Others II - Leadership Redefined

April 5 Intervene Skillfully I - Ethics & Responsibility

May 3 Intervene Skillfully II - Personal Leadership Plan Presentations

June 2 Graduation with Signature Class of 2021 (Wednesday - 5-9 pm)

Last Name

First Name

Name as it should appear on name tag

Business Information

Business/Organization Name

Title/Position

Business Email

Personal Email

Business Phone

BUSINESS Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

Country

Select

State/Province

Select

Zip Code

Personal Information

Mobile Phone

HOME Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

Country

Select

State/Province

Select

Zip Code

Spouse/Partner Name

Birthdate (mm/dd/yyyy)

Supervisor's Name

Supervisor's Title

More About YOU

Name and City of College

Graduation Year/Degree and Major

Name and City of College

Graduation Year/Degree and Major

Name and City of High School

Graduation Year

Civic Engagement History

What organizations you have volunteered for in the past.

Community Organizations/Non-Profits I am interested in serving

Employment History

Previous Employer Name/City

Dates/Title/Responsibility

Previous Employer Name/City

Dates/Title/Responsibility

What three (3) goals would you hope to achieve from participating in this program?

Community Issues

In your judgement, what are the two most pressing issue facing Lake County today? Explain why and provide any recommendations you may have for resolving these issues. (Approx 250 words)

Tuition

Tuition Payment

There is a tuition requirement of $595 per participant. Tuition is due August 1, 2020. How will your tuition be paid?

Employer
Personal

Dietary Restrictions - Please note any restrictions/allergies

Time Commitment

Will you be able to fulfill this time commitment?

Employer/Family Support

Do you have the full support of your employer/family for the time required to participate effectively in this program?

Commitment

I understand the purpose of the Leadership Lake County Community Builders Program and that completion of this application does not ensure a candidate's acceptance into the class. If selected, I will devote the time required to fulfill all obligations to the program. By entering my name is the box below, I am approving this as an authorized signature for my application.

Signature

To accept this contract, type your name below

Thank you for your application! The Board of Trustees approves the slate of candidates at their August 2020 board meeting. Applicants will be notified of her/his status by September 1, 2020. Non-refundable tuition payment is due by September 15, 2020.

Thank you for contacting us!

We have received your application for the Class of 2021. The slate of candidates will be submitted to the Board of Trustees for approval. Participants selected for the Class of 2021 will be notified by September 15, 2020.

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