The Journey Begins

As a prospective Leadership Southlake applicant, you are embarking on a journey that will last a lifetime. This journey is a result of your commitment to excellence and leadership in your community, both personally and professionally. Although this passage is one that many have taken since the program began in 1989, the end result is unique to each graduate.

Leadership Southlake is a dynamic, fun way to learn about Southlake. Alumni include a variety of community and civic leaders. For 20 years, Leadership Southlake has introduced emerging and recognized leaders to the inner workings of our community through an eight-month program on topics that affect our quality of life. This course is similar to community leadership programs presented in virtually every major city in the United States.

The Leadership Southlake voyage begins with an opening orientation in September. It is followed by an invaluable full-day retreat scheduled on a Friday in October. Through monthly sessions, you will learn about issues that will face Southlake in the years to come and how your leadership skills can influence the path to the community’s continued success. The class will plan and implement a community service project that will serve as its legacy for years to come. The course concludes with a graduation ceremony where students showcase their advocacy projects and are publicly recognized.

Leadership Southlake 2013 is underway -- see the current Leadership class here.

Applications for consideration for the class of 2011-2012 are available from the Chamber or can be completed below.  Applications must be submitted by Friday, September 9, 2011 in order to be considered for inclusion in the class of 2011-2012.  The class size is limited to 25 participants. Those applicants who are accepted into the program will be notified no later than Wednesday, September 14th. For additional information, please contact the Chamber at 817-481-8200 or info@southlakechamber.com. Leadership Southlake is presented by the Southlake Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with the City of Southlake.

Leadership Southlake is an exciting expedition

You won’t want to miss this exciting and informative program that offers existing, new, and future business executives leadership training and a comprehensive look at Southlake. Class sessions include insight into:
 

Employers benefit by having employees who have:

The community also wins because it receives a pool of committed community leaders to serve as board members and volunteers and a talented group of leaders who can be called upon for input and solutions to community issues.

No matter if you are new to the area or lived here for years, this course can open new doors of opportunity. The benefits of Leadership Southlake will assist you in all aspects of life’s journey.

A small price for a lifetime of benefits

Tuition for the entire program is only $500. This fee includes all class sessions, notebook and monthly materials, the ropes course retreat, Tarrant County Day at the Capitol, and your reservation and meal at the graduation ceremony. Tuition is due when application is made and must be paid in full by the first class session. Please note that tuition is non-refundable. Therefore, please review all requirements for graduation carefully.

Leadership Southlake accepts cash, checks, and major credit cards. Please mail checks to the Southlake Chamber of Commerce at 1501 Corporate Circle, Ste. 100 in Southlake, Texas 76092.

Learn the ropes with Leadership Southlake

One of the most exciting sessions of Leadership Southlake is the ropes challenge course. This challenge by choice course is by far the most exhilarating opportunity you have to learn about teambuilding.

You’ll attend the day-long program held at the onset of Leadership Southlake to ensure that the groundwork for consensus building and leadership skills is laid early in the year. The course consists of cables, logs, platforms, ropes, trees, games and activities that offer all attendees both a physical and mental challenge.

This session provides you a greater insight not only to the group as a whole but to yourself as well. You and your classmates leave the camp feeling a special bond that carries through the entire program and beyond.

The day’s activities teach the you how to work together to accomplish goals and draw on the strengths of all. Your group leaves with a greater understanding that it isn’t always size that matters but what is on the inside that enables you to perform at their best.

The course starts with group exercises of minimal intensity and progresses throughout the day. Activities, including the exciting zip line at the end of the ropes course and the opportunity to jump from a 25- or 50-foot pole after climbing to the top of it are all optional based on your comfort level.

While you begin the day as individuals, you leave as a cohesive team ready to fulfill the goals of Leadership Southlake.

Class Schedule

Application

Personal Data

First Name *

Middle Name

Last Name *

Name you prefer

Home Address *

Home City *

Home Zip Code *

Business Address

Business City

Business Zip Code

Home Phone *

Work Phone

E-Mail Address *

Fax

Date of Birth *

How long have you lived or worked in Southlake? *

Interests

Is your business or organization sponsoring you? * Yes No

If available, will you request scholarship assistance? * Yes No

Education

Name and Location of School (1) *

Dates (from-to) (1) *

Degree (1) *

Major (1) *

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Name and Location of School (2)

Dates (from-to) (2)

Degree (2)

Major (2)

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Name and Location of School (3)

Dates (from-to) (3)

Degree (3)

Major (3)

Employment

Present Employer

Title

Type of Organization

How long?

Responsibilities

Business/Professional Affiliations (if any - not including civic organizations, public office, or political activities):

Name of Organization (1)	Position (1)	Dates (1)
Name of Organization (2)	Position (2)	Dates (2)
Name of Organization (3)	Position (3)	Dates (3)

Community Involvement

1. List community, civic, religious, political, government, social, athletic or other activities in which you actively participate. Please do not duplicate anything already listed. List most recent first:

Name of Organization (4)	Responsibilities (4)	Dates (from-to) (4)
Name of Organization (5)	Responsibilities (5)	Dates (from-to) (5)
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1. What do you consider your most accomplishment in one of these organizations? Why? *
2. How much time each month do you currently commit to volunteer work? *
3. What kinds of community activities would you like to become involved with in the future? Examples in *

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