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 30th 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
2020 SCHEDULE - Session times run approximately from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and may start earlier or run later. Some sessions require externships. Only ONE session absence is permitted in order to graduate.
Thursday, September 17 - Leadership Collier Kick-Off Reception (Mandatory: 5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.)
Friday, September 18 - Opening Retreat (Mandatory: All day and evening session)
Saturday, September 19 - Human Services
Thursday, October 1 - Education
Thursday, October 15 - Arts and Media
Thursday, October 29 - Healthcare
Thursday, November 12 - Commerce
Wednesday, November 25 - Farm City BBQ
Note: This is not part of the Leadership Collier program nor is this event included in your tuition. Your attendance, along with a guest, is encouraged.
Saturday, December 5 - Everglades City Experience (9:00 am – 1:00 pm)
Note: This event, planned exclusively for your class, is not included in your tuition. Your attendance is encouraged.
Thursday, December 10 - Leadership Collier Foundation Holiday Party (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 tuition. Your attendance is encouraged, but not mandatory.
2021 SCHEDULE
Thursday, January 14 - Government
Thursday, January 28 - Growth Management
Thursday, February 11 - Agriculture
Thursday, February 25 - Environment
Thursday, March 11 - Law Enforcement
Thursday, March 26 - Ending Critique
TBD - Thursday in April - 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.
Application and Selection Process:
Applications for Leadership Collier open from mid-January through April of each year.
The online application considers education, career, community service, and responses to essay questions.
The selection committee, comprised of Leadership Collier Foundation Alumni, strives to create a diverse class of approximately 42 individuals. If multiple professionals 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. Letters of recommendation and/or nominations of applicants are not required nor considered during selection process, as all selections are based solely on the application.
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 at amanda@napleschamber.org to learn more.
This program runs from September through March and includes 10 full-day sessions.
Now in its 30th 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
2020 SCHEDULE - Session times run approximately from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and may start earlier or run later. Some sessions require externships. Only ONE session absence is permitted in order to graduate.
Thursday, September 17 - Leadership Collier Kick-Off Reception (Mandatory: 5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.)
Friday, September 18 - Opening Retreat (Mandatory: All day and evening session)
Saturday, September 19 - Human Services
Thursday, October 1 - Education
Thursday, October 15 - Arts and Media
Thursday, October 29 - Healthcare
Thursday, November 12 - Commerce
Wednesday, November 25 - Farm City BBQ
Note: This is not part of the Leadership Collier program nor is this event included in your tuition. Your attendance, along with a guest, is encouraged.
Saturday, December 5 - Everglades City Experience (9:00 am – 1:00 pm)
Note: This event, planned exclusively for your class, is not included in your tuition. Your attendance is encouraged.
Thursday, December 10 - Leadership Collier Foundation Holiday Party (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 tuition. Your attendance is encouraged, but not mandatory.
2021 SCHEDULE
Thursday, January 14 - Government
Thursday, January 28 - Growth Management
Thursday, February 11 - Agriculture
Thursday, February 25 - Environment
Thursday, March 11 - Law Enforcement
Thursday, March 26 - Ending Critique
TBD - Thursday in April - 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.
Application and Selection Process:
Applications for Leadership Collier open from mid-January through April of each year.
The online application considers education, career, community service, and responses to essay questions.
The selection committee, comprised of Leadership Collier Foundation Alumni, strives to create a diverse class of approximately 42 individuals. If multiple professionals 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. Letters of recommendation and/or nominations of applicants are not required nor considered during selection process, as all selections are based solely on the application.
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 at amanda@napleschamber.org to learn more.
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
To learn more about the Leadership Collier Foundation, contact Amanda Beights, IOM, VP of Leadership Collier Foundation, email amanda@napleschamber.org
