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Leadership Belleville Program
Developing effective leaders with civic, social and professional skills to positively impact our community.
Program Overview Selection Criteria Course Requirements
Curriculum Photos Brochure 2010-2011 Application
Leadership Belleville Alumni Contact List
Program Overview:
The Leadership Belleville program is designed to expose participants to the Belleville community, its history, government, industry, and strong business community. Participants gather valuable knowledge and resources to enhance their effectiveness as leaders in their chosen field or profession.
The goal of the program is to build upon and expand leadership potential through educational programs designed to broaden the knowledge of leadership. Over a nine month period, participants will discuss the issues affecting our community, have the opportunity for exposure to leading business and civic organizations, and create in-depth discussion with professional, civic and potential leaders. All are important aspects that have an impact on ones ability to become an effective leader.
Leadership Belleville provides an avenue for leadership opportunities and to become more involved in the development of significant solutions within the community. Leadership Belleville also serves as a means to foster a commitment to community service which will benefit a participant's life, both personally and professionally.
Selection Criteria:
Each year, twenty-five individuals from the metro area possessing diverse career, political, social and cultural backgrounds are given the opportunity to participate in Leadership Belleville.
Application for the program may be made by the individual or the employer. All leadership candidates, chosen to participate in the program by the selection committee, will possess the following characteristics:
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A demonstrated leadership ability.
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A demonstrated ability to reach personal goals.
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A demonstrated commitment to the Belleville area.
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Be able and willing to commit to attendance at all nine monthly course sessions and participate in assigned activities.
Curriculum:
Following is a snapshot of the 2009-2010 agenda and the leadership skill theme for each day:
- August - Kick-Off Breakfast (Class Introductions)
- September - Two Day Leadership Retreat “Understanding Individual Personality Differences, Team Dynamics, Leadership Overview”
- October - History, Art, Culture, Religion Day “Ethics & Diversity”
- November - Law Enforcement Day “Conflict Resolution”
- December - Government Day “Communication & Influence”
- January - Healthcare/Community Services Day “Social Responsibility & Community Involvement”
- February - Education Day “Empowerment”
- March - Business Day “Organizational Behavior”
- April - Economic Development Day “Strategic Planning”
- May - Projects Day & Graduation “Reflection”
Course Requirements:
In order to maintain the high standards recognized within the Leadership Belleville certification, all leadership candidates are required to commit the time and effort necessary to fulfill the following course requirements:
- A two-day overnight retreat in September focusing on leadership and team building skills.
- Eight full-day sessions - one Friday each month concluding with a graduation ceremony in May
- Assignments to be completed outside of the scheduled course sessions.
The 2009-2010 class is not accepting anymore applications, however if you would like to apply to be a participant in the 2010-2011 class, please call the Chamber at (618) 233-2015.
Photos:
2009-2010 Class
2008-2009 Class
2007-2008 Class
2006-2007 Class
2005-2006 Class
2004-2005 Class
2003-2004 Class
2002-2003 Class
2001-2002 Class
2000-2001 Class
Leadership Belleville Alumni Contact List:
2009 Alumni Contact List
Attention Alumni: If you have any changes to your information on the Alumni list, please call us at 618-233-2015 or email btucker@bellevillechamber.org.
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