LEADERSHIP COLLIER™
Leadership Collier™ was formed by the Chamber in 1988 to develop a network of informed citizens prepared to assume leadership roles in our community. The Chamber believes knowledge is a key element and prime motivator of leadership. Consequently, the primary objective of Leadership Collier is to educate local business leaders about the societal and economic challenges facing the community today.
This program runs from September through March and includes 10 full-day sessions.
Now in its 29th year, Leadership Collier is an eight-month experience that is transformational for both participants and the organizations they lead. Through hands-on experiences, participants fully explore local government, education, economic development and the arts. You’ll see it all through the eyes of experienced area leaders who deal every day with our community’s biggest challenges. With the benefit of new perspectives and connections, participants are prepared to take their places as effective community leaders.
How Individuals Benefit
How Organizations Benefit
Leadership Collier participants meet fellow community leaders, establish connections and expand their circle of influence. Your company leaders establish relationships that will provide new opportunities to serve the community and deal firsthand with local issues.
Time Commitment
Full-day opening retreat followed by 10 programs days, September through March.
Program Calendar
Program days are held on Thursdays
2018
Thursday, September 13 - Leadership Collier Kick-Off Reception (5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. - Mandatory)
Friday, September 14 - Opening Retreat – All Day and Evening Session (Mandatory)
Saturday, September 15 - Human Services
Thursday, September 27 - Education
Thursday, October 11 - Growth Management
Thursday, October 25 - Government
Thursday, November 8 - Health Care
Thursday, December 6 - Save the date!
The annual Leadership Collier Foundation Holiday Reception (5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.)
Note: This is not part of the Leadership Collier program nor is this event included in your LC tuition. Your attendance is encouraged, but not mandatory.
2019
Thursday, January 10 - Arts and Media
Thursday, January 24 - Commerce
Thursday, February 7 - Agriculture
Thursday, February 21 - Environment
Thursday, March 7 - Law Enforcement
Thursday, March 21 - Ending Critique
TBD - Class Graduation
Who Should Apply
Leadership Collier is designed for experienced leaders who want to significantly increase their impact on their organization and their community. This includes senior executives, presidents and vice presidents, executive directors, business owners, and high-level directors and managers, representing all industries and business types within our region.
LC Class of 2019 applications are now closed.
Applications are open January through March of each year. Applications received after the deadline are not accepted. The two-part online application considers education, career, community service, and responses to essay questions. Links to the two-part application are below.
The selection committee strives to create a diverse class of approximately 42 individuals. If multiple candidates apply from the same organization, no more than one will be accepted into the same class. Applicants that are not accepted are strongly encouraged to re-apply for a future program.
Tuition
If selected, program tuition is $2,200 ($2,000 tuition, plus $125 toward first year alumni dues, and $75 toward the LCF Scholarship Fund) which is due upon acceptance to the program. A limited amount of partial tuition assistance may be available for those who cannot participate in the program due to the program fee. Please contact Amanda Beights to learn more.
Leadership Collier™ was formed by the Chamber in 1988 to develop a network of informed citizens prepared to assume leadership roles in our community. The Chamber believes knowledge is a key element and prime motivator of leadership. Consequently, the primary objective of Leadership Collier is to educate local business leaders about the societal and economic challenges facing the community today.
This program runs from September through March and includes 10 full-day sessions.
Now in its 29th year, Leadership Collier is an eight-month experience that is transformational for both participants and the organizations they lead. Through hands-on experiences, participants fully explore local government, education, economic development and the arts. You’ll see it all through the eyes of experienced area leaders who deal every day with our community’s biggest challenges. With the benefit of new perspectives and connections, participants are prepared to take their places as effective community leaders.
How Individuals Benefit
- Broader and deeper perspective on Collier County and your role in the community.
- Discover issues you are passionate about, and areas to become more involved by experiencing them firsthand.
- Build a strong local network, deepening individual connections to the community and making friendships for a lifetime!
How Organizations Benefit
Leadership Collier participants meet fellow community leaders, establish connections and expand their circle of influence. Your company leaders establish relationships that will provide new opportunities to serve the community and deal firsthand with local issues.
Time Commitment
Full-day opening retreat followed by 10 programs days, September through March.
Program Calendar
Program days are held on Thursdays
2018
Thursday, September 13 - Leadership Collier Kick-Off Reception (5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. - Mandatory)
Friday, September 14 - Opening Retreat – All Day and Evening Session (Mandatory)
Saturday, September 15 - Human Services
Thursday, September 27 - Education
Thursday, October 11 - Growth Management
Thursday, October 25 - Government
Thursday, November 8 - Health Care
Thursday, December 6 - Save the date!
The annual Leadership Collier Foundation Holiday Reception (5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.)
Note: This is not part of the Leadership Collier program nor is this event included in your LC tuition. Your attendance is encouraged, but not mandatory.
2019
Thursday, January 10 - Arts and Media
Thursday, January 24 - Commerce
Thursday, February 7 - Agriculture
Thursday, February 21 - Environment
Thursday, March 7 - Law Enforcement
Thursday, March 21 - Ending Critique
TBD - Class Graduation
Who Should Apply
Leadership Collier is designed for experienced leaders who want to significantly increase their impact on their organization and their community. This includes senior executives, presidents and vice presidents, executive directors, business owners, and high-level directors and managers, representing all industries and business types within our region.
LC Class of 2019 applications are now closed.
Applications are open January through March of each year. Applications received after the deadline are not accepted. The two-part online application considers education, career, community service, and responses to essay questions. Links to the two-part application are below.
The selection committee strives to create a diverse class of approximately 42 individuals. If multiple candidates apply from the same organization, no more than one will be accepted into the same class. Applicants that are not accepted are strongly encouraged to re-apply for a future program.
Tuition
If selected, program tuition is $2,200 ($2,000 tuition, plus $125 toward first year alumni dues, and $75 toward the LCF Scholarship Fund) which is due upon acceptance to the program. A limited amount of partial tuition assistance may be available for those who cannot participate in the program due to the program fee. Please contact Amanda Beights to learn more.
Questions?
For more information, contact Amanda Beights or call 239.403.2903.
To learn more about the Leadership Collier Foundation, contact Amanda Beights, IOM, VP of Leadership Collier Foundation, email amanda@napleschamber.org
For more information, contact Amanda Beights or call 239.403.2903.
To learn more about the Leadership Collier Foundation, contact Amanda Beights, IOM, VP of Leadership Collier Foundation, email amanda@napleschamber.org
