Apply now to be a part of the Leadership Athens County 2022-2023 Cohort!
Join your fellow community members and the Athens County Foundation on a journey of learning, networking, leadership, and skill-building!
Leadership Athens County is a nine-month program designed to build your knowledge, capacity, and commitment to leadership in our community. The program begins with a two-day retreat, then once-per-month classes throughout Athens County (typically held on the third Thursday each month), and closes with a retreat and graduation in May.
By participating in LAC, you will….
- Build your personal and professional network with other leaders in Athens County
- Know more about the assets, opportunities, and challenges in our community
- Learn about leadership: your style and strengths, and about models and skills you can build
- Prepare for leadership opportunities in our community
- Deepen your connection to Athens County
Program Schedule for Leadership Athens County 2022-2023
We intend to hold the program in person, following all recommended health and safety guidelines at the time of the session.
The opening retreat will be held on September 22 and 23 at Burr Oak Lodge & Conference Center. Staying overnight is encouraged but not required. Retreat programming includes team-building activities, leadership and strengths assessment, discussions, and a community service project.
Monthly sessions will be held on the following Thursdays, from approximately 9:00 AM-5:00 PM. Sessions will take place throughout Athens County and includes on-site visits and tours, speakers, case studies and discussions, and group activities.
Dates of monthly sessions:
- October 20
- November 17
- December 15
- January 19
- February 16
- March 16
- April 20
- May 18
The graduation ceremony and celebration will be held on May 19.
Tuition is $1,000. This includes all program costs and materials, except overnight accommodations for the opening retreat. Payment plans are available, as well as limited scholarships. See the application form for additional details.
Please note the following:
- You are expected to come in on time and stay for the entirety of each session.
- Missing more than one session may prevent graduation with your class.
- Attendance at the opening session is mandatory.
If you have questions or concerns about the LAC program, please contact us.
Applications are due on June 30, 2022.
