ApplyiNG FOR THE LEADERSHIP ENGAGE CLASS OF 2024
Each year Leadership Palm Beach County (LPBC) identifies a select group of exceptional community leaders to participate in the Leadership Engage program and utilize their leadership abilities for the long-term benefit of Palm Beach County. The selection committee strives to balance the industries, geographic location, and other factors to create a class that is truly representative of the diversity throughout Palm Beach County. While the class members do not work in the same industries, they share the following attributes:
- A PASSION and personal commitment to help shape the future of Palm Beach County
- Significant ACHIEVEMENT in career or community
- An INTEREST in enhancing personal leadership capabilities
- High standards of PERSONAL INTEGRITY
- Personal COMMITMENT to educate themselves on community issues and initiatives
- A DESIRE to support the continuation of leadership development in Palm Beach County
Engage class members aspire to improve our region because they have deepened their civic commitment and awareness of diverse issues and industries. Through the connections, education, and interests developed by our county’s most promising leaders, LPBC creates a lasting impact in our community.
If accepted, the cost of the program is $2,500. We do not issue refunds. If you are interested in a flexible payment plan, please contact Greg at Greg@LeadershipPBC.org to discuss options.
APPLICATION CHECKLIST:
1. Obtain the electronic copy of the application below.
Type all sections in the space provided.
We DO NOT accept handwritten applications, unless pre-approved.
Read and follow all instructions on the application.
2. Limit your answers to the requested word count.
DO NOT submit additional materials, such as resumes or examples of accomplishments.
Only responses typed on the application are used in the selection process.
3. Submit all application materials contained in one email.
Please attach a copy of your application and two letters of recommendation, at least one being from an LPBC Alum and no longer than one page each, with the subject line: “Class of 2024 Application, LastName”
Email to: Apply@LeadershipPBC.org
4. Submit your non-refundable application fee, along with your contact information.
Your application is not valid until the application fee is received. Application fee is $0 if paid and application received before February 24 (please still click the link and fill out your information), $50 February 25 - March 24, and $100 March 25 - April 24. CLICK HERE TO PAY.
Please be sure to login/register with the email you plan to use in the future for LPBC.
Checks can be made payable to Leadership Palm Beach County and mailed to:
2751 S. Dixie Highway, Suite 1A, West Palm Beach, FL 33405
Email your completed application and letters of recommendation to Apply@LeadershipPBC.org and pay the application fee online or mail your check no later than Monday, April 24, 2023, at 5 pm.
Information Sessions
Learn more about the Engage Program and how to make your application the best that it can be by attending one of our four Information Sessions. Information Sessions are free to attend and are a great place to meet Alumni and get your questions answered before submitting your application. Click below for details about this year's sessions and to register for the one that is most convenient for you.
South County Information Session
Florida Atlantic University
777 Glades Rd, Boca Raton, FL 33431
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
7:45 AM - 9:15 AM
North County Information Session
Jupiter Medical Center
1210 S. Old Dixie Hwy, Jupiter, FL 33458
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Western County Information Session
Lawrence E. Will Museum of the Glades
530 S. Main St., Belle Glade, FL 33430
Thursday, February 16, 2023
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Central County Information Session
Cox Science Center and Aquarium
4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach, FL 33405
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM