Leadership Stark County Brochure

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About Leadership Stark County We engage and educate our community leaders through a variety of programs tailored to meet business and community needs.

MISSION To develop a corps of motivated leaders with lifelong commitment to community trusteeship in Stark County.

visit us o nline at Le adershipStark County.org

Leadership program BENEFITS

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Participants

Through LSC, you’ll enhance your awareness about Stark County and the surrounding region, meet other

Employers

Participants from your organization return with renewed energy about the community and will have harnessed

Community

As a result of LSC’s programs, the community has access to a talented pool of committed community leaders who

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Program graduates remain active in community service. We have a strong alumni network and graduates are

like-minded local leaders and hone your leadership capabilities.

their own leadership abilities, ultimately enhancing what they bring to your business.

are ready and willing to be tapped for board positions and leadership roles.

urged to continue to stay involved with LSC and continuously shape our community through board service.

what’s the BEST PRO GRAM for me?

Spotlight Stark County is designed to The Signature Program is perfect for both seasoned and emerging leaders

inform, inspire and involve young professionals, age 25 to 34.

emy program is a great fit for anyone

who are dedicated to growing their community trusteeship.

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involved or considering involvement in public service.

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new to the area? get started with our one-day Encounter Bus Tour!

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Signature Program The Signature Program is ideal for business and community leaders who are ready to take their careers to the next level.

Each year, participants undergo a 10-month training program designed to enhance leadership skills and provide an understanding of local issues, assets, and resources.

Your leadership experience begins with a two-and-a-half day Orientation Retreat in September that will provide you with an in-depth personal leadership assessment and dynamic workshops. From there, you’ll meet once per month to expand your capacity for leadership and service in our community.

Your Signature experience includes: • Exploring the cultural, economic, and historic features of Stark County on a wideranging bus tour.

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Delving into economic development with on-site tours and small-group interaction with CEOs.

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Taking a jail tour, meeting with local judges, and investigating the justice system on a cruiser ride with sheriff’s deputies and police.

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Examining social and economic issues through panel discussions with political and civic leaders.

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Role-playing within a poverty simulation and visiting non-profits to better understand their unique concerns.

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Experiencing local education by shadowing a school principal, having frank discussions with superintendents, and enjoying first-hand observation.

enhance your leadership skills and learn about local issues, assets and resources

Be recognized by businesses and organizations for your leadership capacity.

Be placed into Leadership Stark County’s board matching process to identify the

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non-profit and community organizations where you can make a difference.

www.leadershipstarkcounty.org

Be connected to more than 700 Signature Class alumni for educa-

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I was able to experience Stark County firsthand unlike ever before. Not only did we discuss Stark County as a whole, but we experienced it through tours and exercises, bringing the problems that our county faces daily into our lives and discussing possible solutions that we could take as a community.

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tional, service and networking opportunities.

Have access to the more than 100 community leaders who have served as program day hosts, guests and speakers.

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While in Spotlight, you will: Participate in leadership skills training seminars • Be introduced to local history, development, and the arts through tours • Hear from local leaders through panel discussions • Get involved in a community service project with a local non-profit • Engage with other young professionals through networking events •

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Spotlight Stark County offered me a truly unique experience to interact with other young professionals through a series of innovative classes designed to encourage networking and develop professional leadership.

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Rachel Lewis, Regional Planning Commission

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Spotlight is designed for dynamic young professionals interested in their community.

Participate in the Spotlight Program and experience

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leadership development sessions along with engaging community service projects.

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Apply online

leadershipstarkcounty.org

experience p personal and professional leadership de development designed for young professionals

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hone your leadership style and experience the inner workings of local government

During the six-week Government Leadership Academy program, elected officials and aspiring candidates learn to hone their leadership skills and styles and become educated on local and regional government.

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The course met my expectations and more. It’s a great course with an excellent instructor and a true learning atmosphere. It gave me thought-provoking insight into government leadership.

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Jeanette Mullane, director, Stark County Board of Elections

Through the Government Leadership Academy, you’ll:

• Determine your leadership style, build your leadership skills and become a more effective leader and communicator.

• Learn to work with the local media and communicate with citizens using traditional and emerging media tools.

• Explore economic development and regionalism through panel discussions with guest speakers.

cons co n idering involvement in public service. considering

Have questions about LEADERSHIP? Visit www.LeadershipStarkCounty.org to receive more information about our programs, learn more about how they can benefit you, or to download applications.

Contact Fran Wells, Leadership Stark County director, at (330) 458-2094 or franw@leadershipstarkcounty.org.

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Canton Regional Cha mber of Commerce facebook.com/leadershipstarkcounty

Leadership Stark County • 222 Market Avenue N • Canton, Ohio 44702