Name:
Washington Chamber of Commerce Leadership Academy Presented by Lindy's
Date:
April 9, 2014
Time:
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT
Website:
http://www.washingtoncoc.com
Event Description:
The Washington Chamber of Commerce and Lindy’s Downtown Market are presenting the Chamber’s fifth annual Leadership Academy. The eight week course, to be held March 12 - April 30, 2014, will give participants insight as to what makes a good leader in Central Illinois.
The class will meet Wednesdays from 8:00-10:00 a.m. Each week, the class will take place at a different location and a new perspective will be offered.
The enrollment fee is $195 per person or $125 with Chamber member discount. The fee includes all class materials, behind the scenes look at local businesses, learning from local business leaders, hands on experience with a real life community project, networking opportunities, and a day trip to Springfield, which includes a tour of the Capitol Building, a Meet & Greet with state legislators, lunch, and a visit to the Lincoln Museum.
Topics included in the 2014 academy will be: Leadership: What is It? What Does It Look Like? How Does It Work? Leadership in Local Government. Leadership in the Business World. Leadership in State Government & History. Leadership in the Community. Leadership in Practice and In Real Life. (Topics are subject to change.)
Enrollment Forms can be obtained at the Chamber Office (114 Washington Square, Washington, IL), by e-mail at info@washingtoncoc.com, or on-line at www.washingtoncoc.com. The deadline for applications is extended to March 5, 2014.
We encourage you to participate and hone your leadership skills, making you a more valuable team member for your business and the community. Anyone is eligible to apply. For more information, contact the Washington Chamber at (309) 444-9921.
The class will meet Wednesdays from 8:00-10:00 a.m. Each week, the class will take place at a different location and a new perspective will be offered.
The enrollment fee is $195 per person or $125 with Chamber member discount. The fee includes all class materials, behind the scenes look at local businesses, learning from local business leaders, hands on experience with a real life community project, networking opportunities, and a day trip to Springfield, which includes a tour of the Capitol Building, a Meet & Greet with state legislators, lunch, and a visit to the Lincoln Museum.
Topics included in the 2014 academy will be: Leadership: What is It? What Does It Look Like? How Does It Work? Leadership in Local Government. Leadership in the Business World. Leadership in State Government & History. Leadership in the Community. Leadership in Practice and In Real Life. (Topics are subject to change.)
Enrollment Forms can be obtained at the Chamber Office (114 Washington Square, Washington, IL), by e-mail at info@washingtoncoc.com, or on-line at www.washingtoncoc.com. The deadline for applications is extended to March 5, 2014.
We encourage you to participate and hone your leadership skills, making you a more valuable team member for your business and the community. Anyone is eligible to apply. For more information, contact the Washington Chamber at (309) 444-9921.
Ongoing Programs & Features
StoryWalk in Washington Park
Take a walk through Washington Park and enjoy a story as you stroll! Beginning at the parking lot located on the Lincoln Grade School side of Washington Park, follow the sidewalk to read a story. This two-month session’s book is Love Monster by Rachel Bright.
FoWL Booksale Donations
Looking for something to do this weekend? How about spring cleaning your bookshelves!
Friends of Washington District Library is accepting book, DVD, and CD donations for our Spring Booksale. Donations will be accepted March 30 – April 12 during open hours at the Main Library.
Save the date for the Spring Booksale: April 17 @ 1:00 PM – April 21
