LEADERSHIP WASHBURN COUNTY
Dedicated
to developing current and future leaders
Program
goals:
The
purpose of the Leadership Washburn County program is to develop
current and future leaders in our community by offering a high
quality training program emphasizing leadership skills and focusing
on current issues facing our region.
Key
benefits to participants:
- Become a more effective leader
- Help others lead
- Improve your business leadership skills
- Become a part of a network of community
leaders
- Learn more about critical issues facing
the region
What topics are covered:
- Leadership Skills, including an overnight leadership retreat
- Economic Development
- Health Care
- Justice and Government
- Education and Youth Issues
- Agriculture, Forestry and Natural Resources
- Arts and Culture
What graduates say about the program:
- "My goals of improving my leadership abilities and style were definitely met." Dave Zebro, Class of 2003
- "Increased my knowledge of economic and social resources and issues facing our local community." Mark Almlie, Class of 2004
- "Talks about where we have been, where we are, and where we hope to go." Sue Donatell, Class of 2005
- "The speakers were great. The hands-on field trips were fantastic." Jessica Downey, Class of 2006
An independent survey of alumni revealed:
- 100% of respondents recommended the Leadership Washburn County program
- 100% indicated they improved their community or organizational leadership skills by participating in Leadership Washburn County
- 100% reported improved awareness of critical regional issues due to their involvement with Leadership Washburn County
Who should participate:
If you live or work
in Washburn County and are interested in bettering yourself and
your community, Leadership Washburn County may be for you!
Leadership Washburn
County has openings for 10-14 people (18 years of age and over)
representing a variety of backgrounds, interests and local communities. You must make a commitment to attend all eight sessions.
What does the program
cost:
The cost of the program is $400 per person which includes all eight sessions, meals and materials.. Limited scholarships are available.
If you are interested
in applying for Leadership Washburn County, or have any questions
regarding this program, please contact:
Beverly Stencel
Washburn County - UW Extension
850 W Beaver Brook Avenue
Spooner, WI 54801-9801
Phone: 715-635-4444
Email: beverly.stencel@ces.uwex.edu
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