Chamber Leadership Program​
PURPOSE
Leadership Shelby County was created to increase the quality and quantity of men and women capable of accepting leadership roles in varied community organizations. Participants are exposed to a variety of social and economic issues facing our area. This awareness helps develop informed, civic-oriented leaders who are interested in helping direct the future of Shelby County.
PROGRAM
Leadership Shelby County consists of 10 typically full-day sessions (a couple are half day) held one day a month from September through June. The classes are held at locations in Shelby County that best relate to the topic area. During each session, participants are introduced to issues by means of panels, lectures, tours, group discussions and simulations. In each case, the program is designed to address specific areas rather than vague concepts.
PARTICIPANTS
Participants are selected using an objective process with information presented on a completed program application.
Selection criteria are:
To graduate, participants are required to attend the entire day of all sessions. Missed sessions must be made up within two years after initial program year. As part of the program, participants serve a three-meeting, non-voting internship with a local non-profit or governmental group. Placement is made after the first session. Those currently serving on an active board may submit a written request to be excused from the internship requirement.
TOPICS
Leadership Development
Local History and Geography
Economic Development
Law Enforcement, Fire & Rescue
Education
Human Services
Media
Health Services
Local Government
Agriculture
TUITION
If accepted in the Leadership Shelby County program, each participant (or participant's sponsor or company) will be billed for the tuition fee of $300.00 for program costs.
APPLICATION
Please CLICK HERE for a copy of the Chamber Leadership Application form.
2023 CHAMBER LEADERSHIP GRADUATES:
Tricia Alloway, Samaritan Works
Madison Brinkman, Hegemann & Zimmerman Co., L.P.A.
Kelly Edwards, Workforce Partnership of Shelby County
Mitchell Goubeaux, Copeland
Kyle Havener, City of Sidney
Nate Heitman, Hydro Aluminum North America
Zach Hill, Homes by Hill of Fathom Realty
Katie Hoehne, City of Sidney Fire and Rescue
Logan Holland, Cargill, Inc.
Tim Hurysz, City of Sidney
Mike Judy, Marketing Essentials, LLC
Brian Lundy, City of Sidney Fire and Rescue
Seth Middleton, Minster Bank
Kathy Miller, Culver’s Restaurant
Emily Neu, Mercy Mission House
Pam Riggs
Taylor Renner, Clean All Services
Terra Richardson, Shelby County CASA/GAL
Tiffany Vanhoose, US Bank
Aaron Watkins, WiseBridge Wealth Management
Keith Wiley, City of Sidney Fire and Rescue
Leadership Shelby County was created to increase the quality and quantity of men and women capable of accepting leadership roles in varied community organizations. Participants are exposed to a variety of social and economic issues facing our area. This awareness helps develop informed, civic-oriented leaders who are interested in helping direct the future of Shelby County.
PROGRAM
Leadership Shelby County consists of 10 typically full-day sessions (a couple are half day) held one day a month from September through June. The classes are held at locations in Shelby County that best relate to the topic area. During each session, participants are introduced to issues by means of panels, lectures, tours, group discussions and simulations. In each case, the program is designed to address specific areas rather than vague concepts.
PARTICIPANTS
Participants are selected using an objective process with information presented on a completed program application.
Selection criteria are:
- Motivation and commitment to serve the community
- Demonstrated Leadership Qualities
- An interest in participating in community projects upon completion of the series
To graduate, participants are required to attend the entire day of all sessions. Missed sessions must be made up within two years after initial program year. As part of the program, participants serve a three-meeting, non-voting internship with a local non-profit or governmental group. Placement is made after the first session. Those currently serving on an active board may submit a written request to be excused from the internship requirement.
TOPICS
Leadership Development
Local History and Geography
Economic Development
Law Enforcement, Fire & Rescue
Education
Human Services
Media
Health Services
Local Government
Agriculture
TUITION
If accepted in the Leadership Shelby County program, each participant (or participant's sponsor or company) will be billed for the tuition fee of $300.00 for program costs.
APPLICATION
Please CLICK HERE for a copy of the Chamber Leadership Application form.
2023 CHAMBER LEADERSHIP GRADUATES:
Tricia Alloway, Samaritan Works
Madison Brinkman, Hegemann & Zimmerman Co., L.P.A.
Kelly Edwards, Workforce Partnership of Shelby County
Mitchell Goubeaux, Copeland
Kyle Havener, City of Sidney
Nate Heitman, Hydro Aluminum North America
Zach Hill, Homes by Hill of Fathom Realty
Katie Hoehne, City of Sidney Fire and Rescue
Logan Holland, Cargill, Inc.
Tim Hurysz, City of Sidney
Mike Judy, Marketing Essentials, LLC
Brian Lundy, City of Sidney Fire and Rescue
Seth Middleton, Minster Bank
Kathy Miller, Culver’s Restaurant
Emily Neu, Mercy Mission House
Pam Riggs
Taylor Renner, Clean All Services
Terra Richardson, Shelby County CASA/GAL
Tiffany Vanhoose, US Bank
Aaron Watkins, WiseBridge Wealth Management
Keith Wiley, City of Sidney Fire and Rescue