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Leadership Midland:Class of 2018

October 18-20, 2018

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Community Leadership “Basic Training”?

Yes! You could even call it boot camp!Leadership Midland offers outstanding speakers, tours, excellent teambuilding and networking opportunities. But this requires full commitment. We are on the go from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. each day, including Saturday. Your full attention is essential, which means staying with the program (mentally and physically) and leaving your cell phone behind. The experience is well worth it!

What’s Next?Upon graduation, you are automatically a member of the Leadership Midland Alumni Association (LMAA). Your dues are waived for the first year of membership. LMAA is an active group of Leadership Midland graduates who continue to grow their network while serving in the community. Their core initiatives include planning for future Leadership Midland programs; offering networking opportunities for members; communication through newsletters, an alumni directory, and e-mail alerts; and projects that contribute to the well-being of the community.

“Leadership Midland was absolutely a game-changer for me. I made connections and friendships that will last a lifetime. Just through casual conversations had during breaks I was able to garner attention for my programming, and those opportunities alone have allowed me to triple my fundraising efforts for youth.

There was laughter, cheering, shouting, and sometimes a few tears, but never a sense of negativity or doubt. I would do it over and over again if I could, but those spaces are meant for next year’s incredible humans. I can’t wait to see whathappens next!”

-Andrea Foster, Community Programs Manager, The Little Forks Conservancy

“Participating in Leadership Midland taught me more about “how things work” in Midland, valuable insight for both my personal and professional lives. I also gained a broad network of people I wouldn’t have run into in my day-to-day work life. That network has been helpful on numerous occasions in finding resources to solve problems and grow my skills.”

-Wendy Kanar, Attorney/Owner, Poznak Dyer Kanar Garchow Schefsky PLC

What is Leadership Midland?The future of any community is directly related to the talent, dedication and resourcefulness of the people in that community. Leadership Midland is a community leadership training program that provides exposure and insight to those who will occupy leadership positions within our community.

What are the Opportunities?Leadership Midland works to:• Develop and enhance leadership skills;• Inform leaders about the opportunities and

challenges facing our community;• Inspire leaders to encourage solutions and

collaborations to make Midland County a better place to work and live; and

• Provide a dynamic network of individuals to strengthen personal and organizational influence.

Leadership • Midland History • Teamwork Skills • Economic Development • Communication Skills • Education • Volunteerism • Service Organizations • Government • Community Issues

What are the Benefits?Individuals and their sponsoring organizations gain:• A better sense of personal leadership potential

and enhanced leadership skills;• Leaders with a broader understanding of

community issues who are prepared to keep their organizations engaged;

• A diverse, growing network of alumni and resources.

Tuition Chamber Members: $625Non-Chamber Members: $725Tuition covers activities, materials, lodging and meals. Participants are responsible for tuition or making arrangements for payment by their em-ployer. Payment is due upon acceptance to the program. A limited number of partial scholarships are available for employees of micro businesses, employees of non-profits and individuals. Instruc-tions for scholarship application appear on the ap-plication; the request must be submitted with your application.

Additional Information:• Enrollment is limited.• Acceptance letters are mailed out in mid-June.• If you are accepted and cancel after tuition is

due, a $100 processing fee will be retained.

Application Information

To apply to the program, you must submit the following to the Midland Area Chamber of Commerce by Tuesday, May 15, 2018:

• A completed application. You must complete the application electronically and submit via email to dmiddleton@macc.org. The application is avail-able on the Chamber website, www.macc.org. Click Events & Programs > Leadership Midland.

• Second-time applicants are welcome, and will complete an additional question on the application form.

• Two letters of recommendation, describing why you should be considered to participate in Lead-ership Midland. Only one should come from your current employer or a co-worker. The letters should also be emailed in.

Application is open to residents of and those employed within Midland County. Leadership Midland seeks individuals who are in, or have the potential to advance to, leadership positions within their organization and community. Applicants must have an interest and commitment to serving the community in leadership roles.

Selection and Time CommitmentSelections are made by the Leadership Midland Alumni serving on the Steering Committee. The committee strives to ensure that participants represent a cross-section of business, government, education and community organizations. Chamber membership is a factor in the selection process.

Requirements if Selected:• Attend an introductory meeting midsummer. We

will offer three different dates, all TBD.• Complete four site visits plus one trip on public

transportation during July, August and September to learn about different segments of the community. Site visit information will be provided following acceptance.

• Attend a mandatory orientation on the evening of September 26, 2018. This orientation will acquaint you with your classmates and program expectations.

• Be present for the entire three-day program, including graduation. The program runs from Thursday, October 18 through Saturday, October 20. The daily agenda typically runs from 7 a.m. until late evening. Due to the intensity of the program content and importance of team building, overnight stays at Northwood University are required.

• Participation in selected class project.• Attend a post-program meeting focused on the class

project. Date TBD by class members as a group, during the program.

• Your 100% commitment to the program is non-negotiable.