2019-2020 Leadership Lexington Program Application
Applications for the 2019-20 Class Available Now
SEE BOTTOM OF PAGE TO COMPLETE THE APPLICATION PROCESS
MISSION:
Commerce Lexington Inc.’s Leadership Lexington Program is a leadership development program directed toward individuals who demonstrate leadership qualities. The program gives participants the opportunity to better understand our city and to prepare for the challenges it faces by meeting with and learning from today’s leaders. Leadership Lexington is an educational opportunity that broadens perspectives and allows participants to gain increased understanding of community dynamics and public issues.
BENEFITS:
Leadership Lexington allows participants to:
• Gain exposure to current issues and developments
• Visit local sites and facilities
• Meet local and regional leaders
• Develop and expand network of contacts
• Broaden perspectives and understanding
• Build friendships and working relationships with class members
• Give back to the community through participation in group project
ELIGIBILITY:
Residents and individuals who work in the Lexington area are eligible to apply for Leadership Lexington. Applicants must be employed by firms or organizations that are active members of Commerce Lexington Inc.
SELECTION:
Participants will be chosen by the Leadership Lexington Steering Committee based upon the information provided and the completeness of the application. Leadership Lexington is a highly competitive program for which not all may be accepted.
A holistic, competitive evaluation process is considered when selecting the Leadership Lexington Program participants. Applicants are scored based on submitted application materials, selection committee discussion and evaluation. The makeup of each year’s class is intended to reflect the diversity of our city.
Applicants will be notified by letter about this year’s class selection by July.
PROGRAM STRUCTURE:
Leadership Lexington is an eleven-month program involving a mandatory overnight orientation retreat August 15 & 16 then a full-day session lasting eight hours each month from September through June. A Get Acquainted Reception will be held before the overnight orientation retreat. Classes meet in different locations around the community each month exploring a major topic covered by knowledgeable speakers and panels, tours, group activities, demonstrations and class discussions. Topics addressed include media, government, education, equine, public safety, economic development, arts, health and human services, and leadership development. At the end of the Leadership Lexington program year, a graduation is held in recognition of the class with an alumni reception following.
ATTENDANCE:
Leadership Lexington requires a strict time commitment. The overnight orientation retreat is mandatory in an effort to develop early cohesion of the group. Class members must attend a minimum of 80 percent of all day sessions and participate in a community project with classmates. The community project will take additional time outside of the class sessions and participation in the project is a requirement to graduate from the program. The community projects serve as a crucible where class members will practice and apply leadership skills in a small-group experience, work with community leaders, gain an in-depth understanding of a community organization and/or community need, and make a positive difference in the lives of others. Project work is done outside of regular day sessions. Meeting times and locations are determined by project group members.
2019-2020 Leadership Lexington Calendar
Day sessions generally fall on the second Thursday of the month (dates below)
from September through June.
August 12 - Get Acquainted Reception
August 15 & 16 – Overnight Orientation at Jabez
Day Sessions - 8:00am - 5:00pm
September 12, 2019 February 13, 2020
October 10, 2019 March 12, 2020
November 14, 2019 April 9, 2020
December 12, 2019 May 14, 2020
January 9, 2020 June 11, 2020
Please make certain you are willing to commit the expected time and full engagement level before applying. Individual engagement contributes greatly to the overall experience for the group.
**If you are unable to make the necessary time commitment, it is not in your best interest to apply.
APPLICATION FEE:
A $25.00 non-refundable application fee is due by May 15, 2019. Fee may be paid via the link below or by mail a check payable to "Commerce Lexington" and mail to P.O. Box 1968, Lexington, KY 40588. If paying by check, please include the name of applicant with payment. PAY APPLICATION FEE ONLINE HERE.
TUITION:
If accepted into Leadership Lexington, you and/or your company or organization will be obligated for the tuition fee of $1575. This will cover all program costs including orientation lodging, meals, materials, supplies and supplemental transportation throughout the year. Tuition payment is due by Wednesday, July 24, 2019. A limited number of need-based partial scholarships are available, with special consideration given to representatives of non-profit organizations and small/independent businesses. Link is found below.
Steps required to apply for Leadership Lexington 2019-20 Program
1. Download, complete and SAVE PDF Application.
(Recommend downloading the latest Adobe Reader DC to view and save PDF). Available Here
2. Collect two letters of recommendation, one of which must come from outside your current employer
and must not be a Commerce Lexington Staff member or serve on the Leadership Lexington Steering
Committee. Once received, scan or save to your hard drive so you can upload for Step #5.
3. If applicable, download, complete and save scholarship form HERE.
4. Collect digital head shot and save to hard drive.
5. After steps 1 through 4 are complete, CLICK HERE to upload all required documents
and apply for Leadership Lexington.
6. Submit your $25.00 Application Fee via mailed check (see application paragraph above) or
PAY ONLINE HERE
Commerce Lexington Inc.’s Leadership Lexington Program is a leadership development program directed toward individuals who demonstrate leadership qualities. The program gives participants the opportunity to better understand our city and to prepare for the challenges it faces by meeting with and learning from today’s leaders. Leadership Lexington is an educational opportunity that broadens perspectives and allows participants to gain increased understanding of community dynamics and public issues.
BENEFITS:
Leadership Lexington allows participants to:
• Gain exposure to current issues and developments
• Visit local sites and facilities
• Meet local and regional leaders
• Develop and expand network of contacts
• Broaden perspectives and understanding
• Build friendships and working relationships with class members
• Give back to the community through participation in group project
ELIGIBILITY:
Residents and individuals who work in the Lexington area are eligible to apply for Leadership Lexington. Applicants must be employed by firms or organizations that are active members of Commerce Lexington Inc.
SELECTION:
Participants will be chosen by the Leadership Lexington Steering Committee based upon the information provided and the completeness of the application. Leadership Lexington is a highly competitive program for which not all may be accepted.
A holistic, competitive evaluation process is considered when selecting the Leadership Lexington Program participants. Applicants are scored based on submitted application materials, selection committee discussion and evaluation. The makeup of each year’s class is intended to reflect the diversity of our city.
Applicants will be notified by letter about this year’s class selection by July.
PROGRAM STRUCTURE:
Leadership Lexington is an eleven-month program involving a mandatory overnight orientation retreat August 15 & 16 then a full-day session lasting eight hours each month from September through June. A Get Acquainted Reception will be held before the overnight orientation retreat. Classes meet in different locations around the community each month exploring a major topic covered by knowledgeable speakers and panels, tours, group activities, demonstrations and class discussions. Topics addressed include media, government, education, equine, public safety, economic development, arts, health and human services, and leadership development. At the end of the Leadership Lexington program year, a graduation is held in recognition of the class with an alumni reception following.
ATTENDANCE:
Leadership Lexington requires a strict time commitment. The overnight orientation retreat is mandatory in an effort to develop early cohesion of the group. Class members must attend a minimum of 80 percent of all day sessions and participate in a community project with classmates. The community project will take additional time outside of the class sessions and participation in the project is a requirement to graduate from the program. The community projects serve as a crucible where class members will practice and apply leadership skills in a small-group experience, work with community leaders, gain an in-depth understanding of a community organization and/or community need, and make a positive difference in the lives of others. Project work is done outside of regular day sessions. Meeting times and locations are determined by project group members.
2019-2020 Leadership Lexington Calendar
Day sessions generally fall on the second Thursday of the month (dates below)
from September through June.
August 12 - Get Acquainted Reception
August 15 & 16 – Overnight Orientation at Jabez
Day Sessions - 8:00am - 5:00pm
September 12, 2019 February 13, 2020
October 10, 2019 March 12, 2020
November 14, 2019 April 9, 2020
December 12, 2019 May 14, 2020
January 9, 2020 June 11, 2020
Please make certain you are willing to commit the expected time and full engagement level before applying. Individual engagement contributes greatly to the overall experience for the group.
**If you are unable to make the necessary time commitment, it is not in your best interest to apply.
APPLICATION FEE:
A $25.00 non-refundable application fee is due by May 15, 2019. Fee may be paid via the link below or by mail a check payable to "Commerce Lexington" and mail to P.O. Box 1968, Lexington, KY 40588. If paying by check, please include the name of applicant with payment. PAY APPLICATION FEE ONLINE HERE.
TUITION:
If accepted into Leadership Lexington, you and/or your company or organization will be obligated for the tuition fee of $1575. This will cover all program costs including orientation lodging, meals, materials, supplies and supplemental transportation throughout the year. Tuition payment is due by Wednesday, July 24, 2019. A limited number of need-based partial scholarships are available, with special consideration given to representatives of non-profit organizations and small/independent businesses. Link is found below.
Steps required to apply for Leadership Lexington 2019-20 Program
1. Download, complete and SAVE PDF Application.
(Recommend downloading the latest Adobe Reader DC to view and save PDF). Available Here
2. Collect two letters of recommendation, one of which must come from outside your current employer
and must not be a Commerce Lexington Staff member or serve on the Leadership Lexington Steering
Committee. Once received, scan or save to your hard drive so you can upload for Step #5.
3. If applicable, download, complete and save scholarship form HERE.
4. Collect digital head shot and save to hard drive.
5. After steps 1 through 4 are complete, CLICK HERE to upload all required documents
and apply for Leadership Lexington.
6. Submit your $25.00 Application Fee via mailed check (see application paragraph above) or
PAY ONLINE HERE
