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 on September 30 and October 1, 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
We intend to hold the program in person, following all health and safety protocols in place.
The opening retreat will be held on September 30 and October 1 at Burr Oak State Park and Lodge. 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 9:00-5:00. Sessions will take place throughout Athens County and includes on-site visits and tours, speakers, case studies and discussions, and group activities.
October 21
November 18
December 16
January 20
February 17
March 17
April 21
May 19
The graduation ceremony and celebration will be held on May 20.
Tuition is $900. 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.
Go to this link to learn how to apply. Applications are due on July 23rd, Friday.
Contact Eleni Zulia at eleni@athensfoundation.org or 740-707-8845 with questions or for more information.
Leadership Athens County is a personal growth opportunity that also benefits Athens County by building community leadership capacity. Apply today!
