Leadership Lexington
Attention Leadership Lexington Alums: Help Us Stay Connected to You
The Leadership Lexington Alumni Association is ramping up! In order to make this association a success, we need all alums to send in any updated contact information. If you are a graduate of Leadership Lexington, please send your updated information via e-mail to Dawn Pope. Find out more at www.leadershiplexingtonalumni.com.
The Leadership Lexington Alumni Association is ramping up! In order to make this association a success, we need all alums to send in any updated contact information. If you are a graduate of Leadership Lexington, please send your updated information via e-mail to Dawn Pope. Find out more at www.leadershiplexingtonalumni.com.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM:
MISSION: Leadership Lexington is a leadership development program sponsored by Commerce Lexington and 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. The makeup of each year’s class is intended to reflect the ethnic and cultural diversity of our city.
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. Non-employed community volunteers may also apply. Applications are available April 16th and must be received by the deadline: May 16th (postmark deadline).
STRUCTURE: Leadership Lexington is an eleven-month program involving an overnight Orientation in August and a full-day session lasting eight hours each month from September until June. A Get Acquainted Reception is held before the overnight Orientation retreat. The Orientation retreat is mandatory. Classes meet in different locations around the area each month exploring a major topic covered by knowledgeable speakers and panels, tours, group activities, demonstrations and class discussions. Topics addressed include media, government, growth, preservation, agriculture, education, 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.
COST: A $25.00 application fee is due when application is submitted. The tuition fee for Leadership Lexington is $1,575, which covers all costs for orientation lodging, meals, materials, supplies and supplemental transportation throughout the year. The fee may be paid by the participant and/or their business firm or organization. It must be received at least one week before Orientation in August. A limited number of need-based partial scholarships are available, with special consideration given to representatives of non-profit organizations, small/independent business persons, and community volunteers.
BENEFITS: Leadership Lexington allows participants to...
For more information about the Leadership Lexington program, contact Amy Carrington Stout at (859) 226-1610.
MISSION: Leadership Lexington is a leadership development program sponsored by Commerce Lexington and 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. The makeup of each year’s class is intended to reflect the ethnic and cultural diversity of our city.
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. Non-employed community volunteers may also apply. Applications are available April 16th and must be received by the deadline: May 16th (postmark deadline).
STRUCTURE: Leadership Lexington is an eleven-month program involving an overnight Orientation in August and a full-day session lasting eight hours each month from September until June. A Get Acquainted Reception is held before the overnight Orientation retreat. The Orientation retreat is mandatory. Classes meet in different locations around the area each month exploring a major topic covered by knowledgeable speakers and panels, tours, group activities, demonstrations and class discussions. Topics addressed include media, government, growth, preservation, agriculture, education, 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.
COST: A $25.00 application fee is due when application is submitted. The tuition fee for Leadership Lexington is $1,575, which covers all costs for orientation lodging, meals, materials, supplies and supplemental transportation throughout the year. The fee may be paid by the participant and/or their business firm or organization. It must be received at least one week before Orientation in August. A limited number of need-based partial scholarships are available, with special consideration given to representatives of non-profit organizations, small/independent business persons, and community volunteers.
BENEFITS: Leadership Lexington allows participants to...
- Broaden their perspectives and understanding
- Meet local and state leaders
- Develop and expand network of contacts
- Visit local sites and facilities
- Gain exposure to current issues and developments
- Build friendships and working relationships with class members
For more information about the Leadership Lexington program, contact Amy Carrington Stout at (859) 226-1610.
"Leadership Lexington is by far the best program that I have ever participated in! The friends and connections that I have made are life-long and so rewarding! I'm very thankful for the continued opportunities to remain active with the program. Thank you!"
Bradley Stevenson
Child Care Council of Kentucky, Inc.
2017-18 Program Presented By:
Platinum Sponsors:
BRONZE SPONSORS:
Kentucky Employers' Mutual Insurance
LG&E / KU Energy
Lexington Clinic Foundation
Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Kentucky, Inc.
Kentucky Employers' Mutual Insurance
LG&E / KU Energy
Lexington Clinic Foundation
Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Kentucky, Inc.
The 2017-18 Leadership Lexington class began its final day session at the Isaac Murphy Memorial Art Garden. (Photos by Mark Mahan, Mahan Multimedia)
Tawanda Owsley (left) from the American Red Cross Bluegrass Chapter received the 2018 Distinguished Leader Award from last year's Distinguished Leader Steven Stadler.
Leadership Lexington Wraps Up 2017-18 Program Year
Commerce Lexington Inc. Staff Report
The 2017-18 Leadership Lexington Class sponsored by Child Care Council of Kentucky and McGregor & Associates held its Reflection & Graduation Day on June 14th. The day kicked off with a visit to the Isaac Murphy Memorial Art Garden (IMMAG) on Third Street. Class members heard from Leadership Lexington alumni about their Leadership Lexington class project, which launched the park design and fundraising efforts for IMMAG and helped turn it into a 501(c)3 organization. It was launched over a decade ago as a community collaboration aimed at commemorating the lives, stories and contributions of African-American horse industry members from Lexington’s East End neighborhood.
Next, the class traveled to Commerce Lexington Inc. for project reflections and an After Action Review led by Jason Cummins. After lunch, Jason facilitated a session on building a learning organization. Then, the class enjoyed an ice cream break sponsored by Crank & Boom Craft Ice Cream. A presentation by Coach Colene Elridge focused on how to leave a lasting legacy through service to the community followed.
Graduation was held at ArtsPlace (home of LexArts). It included an artful interactive keynote experience led by Gary Anderson, Founding Conductor and Music Director, Lexington Chamber Chorale, and Professor Emeritus of Music at Transylvania University. Class member Tawanda Owsley of the American Red Cross Bluegrass Chapter was presented with the 2018 Distinguished Leader Award.
A reception hosted by the Leadership Lexington Alumni Association followed graduation. Event sponsors included Stoll Keenon Ogden, MCM CPAs & Advisors, WesBanco, and Ward, Hocker, Thornton. Ryan Lisk of Lisk Associates, who has been working with Leadership Lexington for a decade by providing personality assessments and project guidance, was presented with the 2018 Distinguished Alumni Award.
Commerce Lexington Inc. Staff Report
The 2017-18 Leadership Lexington Class sponsored by Child Care Council of Kentucky and McGregor & Associates held its Reflection & Graduation Day on June 14th. The day kicked off with a visit to the Isaac Murphy Memorial Art Garden (IMMAG) on Third Street. Class members heard from Leadership Lexington alumni about their Leadership Lexington class project, which launched the park design and fundraising efforts for IMMAG and helped turn it into a 501(c)3 organization. It was launched over a decade ago as a community collaboration aimed at commemorating the lives, stories and contributions of African-American horse industry members from Lexington’s East End neighborhood.
Next, the class traveled to Commerce Lexington Inc. for project reflections and an After Action Review led by Jason Cummins. After lunch, Jason facilitated a session on building a learning organization. Then, the class enjoyed an ice cream break sponsored by Crank & Boom Craft Ice Cream. A presentation by Coach Colene Elridge focused on how to leave a lasting legacy through service to the community followed.
Graduation was held at ArtsPlace (home of LexArts). It included an artful interactive keynote experience led by Gary Anderson, Founding Conductor and Music Director, Lexington Chamber Chorale, and Professor Emeritus of Music at Transylvania University. Class member Tawanda Owsley of the American Red Cross Bluegrass Chapter was presented with the 2018 Distinguished Leader Award.
A reception hosted by the Leadership Lexington Alumni Association followed graduation. Event sponsors included Stoll Keenon Ogden, MCM CPAs & Advisors, WesBanco, and Ward, Hocker, Thornton. Ryan Lisk of Lisk Associates, who has been working with Leadership Lexington for a decade by providing personality assessments and project guidance, was presented with the 2018 Distinguished Alumni Award.
