Adult Leadership Program

                                      

"My favorite experience with the Adult Program was going to regions that would not normally occur to me...to witness the real  fiber of the county. Agriculture day is a prime example of seeing the unseen world of the migrant farm worker.  Cane burning was fascinating; the beauty of the soil and the richness of produce, along with the efficiency of harvesting brought a greater appreciation of the good earth."
Laurel Baker, Executive Director, Palm Beach Chamber of Commerce, Class of 2005

 

 

What is the Adult Leadership Program?

What are the Benefits of the Adult Leadership Program?

How are Participants Selected for the Adult Leadership Program?

What is the Time Commitment of the Adult Leadership Program?

Class of 2013 Program Schedule

Who are our Alumni?

Class of 2013 Program Tuition

Class of 2013 Information & Networking Sessions

Class of 2013 Application

Leadership Palm Beach County Class of 2012

Leadership Palm Beach County Class of 2011

 

What is the Adult Leadership Program?

Leadership Palm Beach County’s Adult Program is an interactive community leadership development program, designed to provide participants with a foundation for life-long commitment to effective leadership in our county.  Delivered over a ten-month period, the thought-provoking curriculum provides leadership capacity-building skills, framed around countywide issues.  Graduates can join the Alumni Association in order to continue their life-long commitment to the program while staying connected and encouraging colleagues to take part in this unique educational experience.

 

What are the Benefits of the Adult Leadership Program?

Participant Benefits

 

  • Grow in awareness and understanding of the challenges and issues facing our county
  • Develop valuable contacts and a communications network within the county
  •  Strengthen personal leadership and strategic decision-making skills
  • Prepare for other leadership opportunities
  •  Establish relationships built on mutual trust and respect among leaders from diverse constituencies
  • Gain experience in group dynamics, team leadership, ethics, critical thinking, and problem solving
  • Develop a shared vision to promote positive change

Employer Benefits

 

  • Expose company/organization name to the community and to other top community leaders
  • Attain access to key community, government and business leaders
  • Gain insights into community issues that impact your company/organization
  • Enhance the leadership and communications skills and natural strengths toward development of a more well-rounded employee
  • Gain access to networking and business development opportunities – even beyond participant’s graduation from the program

  

How are Participants Selected for the Adult Leadership Program?

LPBC seeks to identify individuals who are most likely to utilize their leadership abilities for the long-term benefit of Palm Beach County.  Emphasis is given to those who have demonstrated leadership and community involvement outside of their career, which has long been consistent with graduates’ likelihood to continue their involvement beyond graduation. 

Basic criteria include: 

  • A PASSION and personal commitment to help shape the future of Palm Beach County
  • Significant ACHIEVEMENT in career or community, appropriate to age and experience
  • An INTEREST in enhancing personal leadership capabilities to meet the demands of the future
  • High standards of PERSONAL INTEGRITY and a clear ability to function well in a group
  • Personal COMMITMENT and full employer support of the time and energy necessary to complete all requirements of the program
  • A DESIRE to support the continuation of leadership development within the Leadership Palm Beach County organization

Participants will be selected by an anonymous selection committee.  A personal interview may be requested and references may be checked. 

 
What is the Time Commitment of the Adult Leadership Program?

Participants are required to attend:

  • Monthly Leadership Program session
    (1 excused absence allowed, make up sessions may be offered for additional absences)
  • Opening Orientation Session
  • Friday/Saturday overnight retreat
  • Class project meetings as necessary    

 Additional details are outlined in the application.  Candidates should only submit an application if certain of their ability to meet this time commitment. 

 

Class of 2013 Program Schedule

Leadership sessions are always held the second Wednesday of each month.

 

Orientation

August 16th, 2012*

4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Overnight Retreat

Friday, August 24th

Saturday, August 25th, 2012*

7:30 a.m. on 8/24

through 4:30 p.m. 8/25

Session I

September 12th, 2012

7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Session II 

October 10th, 2012

7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Session III

November 14th, 2012

7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Session IV

December 12th, 2012

7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Session V 

January 19th, 2013

7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Session VI 

February 13th, 2013

7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Session VII 

March 13th, 2013

7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Session VIII 

April 10th, 2013

7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Session IX 

May 8th, 2013

7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Closing Retreat

May 29th, 2013

1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Graduation

June 6th, 2013*

6:00 p.m.

* Date is subject to change.  Attending graduation is not mandatory to achieve alumni status.

The above calendar does not include the date for optional make-up sessions which may be scheduled within the Class Year.  LPBC reserves the right to change any part of the above schedule.

 

Who are our Alumni?

Our graduates are empowered to play an active role, and make an impact in the county.  Leadership Palm Beach County graduates have well-developed intuitive and creative abilities.  They are articulate and capable of looking at issues from many different perspectives.  They value diversity, build consensus and coalitions, and create a shared vision within their spheres of influence.  Our graduates are true community trustees!

Class of 2013 Program Tuition

Tuition is $1,650.  If you are selected for the class the full tuition amount is payable by July 13, 2012.  The tuition includes payment for your first year’s dues ($125) as a member of the Leadership Palm Beach County Alumni Association.

You are encouraged to solicit financial backing from your employer or the organization(s) you work with, and to pay some portion of the tuition yourself.  As we do not believe that tuition should be a barrier to participation, a limited number of partial scholarships are available based on need. (Please complete the financial aid section of the application if you are in need for this support.)


Class of 2013 Information & Networking Sessions

Join us to learn more about the 2013 Leadership Program & application process

Tuesday, February 21st, 5:30 – 7:00 pm

Braman Audi, 2815 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach

Wednesday, February 29th, 5:30 – 7:30 pm

Gunster, 777 South Flagler Drive Ste. #500 East, West Palm Beach

 

Tuesday, March 13th, 5:30 – 7:30 pm

Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative, 1500 W. Sugerhouse Rd.
Belle Glade

 

Thursday, March 15th, 5:30 – 7:30 pm

Haile, Shaw & Pfaffenberger PA, 660 US Hwy. One, # 3, North Palm Beach

 

Tuesday, March 27th, 5:30 – 7:30 pm

South Florida Fair, 9067 Southern Blvd., West Palm Beach

   

Thursday, March 29th, 5:30 – 7:30 pm

1st United Bank, One North Federal Hwy., Boca Raton

 

Leadership Palm Beach County Class of 2013 Application

The Class of 2013 applications are due April 30, 2012, and the class commences in August 2012.
All applicants will be notified of their status by mail after June 18, 2012.

DOWNLOAD the 2013 Application.