Apply to Leadership South County Class VI Application Open!!!

Hello and welcome!

Do you want to enhance your leadership capacity and learn more about our unique community? Enroll in Leadership South County, a ten-month community-based leadership development program dedicated to inspiring, educating, and empowering tomorrow's community leaders. This specialized program from South County Chambers of Commerce easily complements a busy schedule since the day sessions are just one Friday a month.

Leadership Development Topics include:
Purpose, Vision, & Values
Goal Setting & Execution    
Effective Communication    
Performance Management    
Inclusion & Diversity    
Leading Change    
Appreciation & Celebration    
Increasing Productivity    
Leadership Mindset & Habits 

Community Focus Areas include:
Business & Manufacturing
Arts & Education
Recreation & Tourism
Housing
Wine & Agriculture  
Environmental Sustainability
Nonprofit Organizations
Government
Regional Cooperation

Application Process:
The application is not long but will require some time to fill out and answer questions about yourself, your interest in the class and your leadership experience. Group interviews will be conducted the first couple weeks of September and the new class will be informed late September of acceptance!


Tuition:
Members: $2000
Nonmembers: $2200

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: APPLY BETWEEN AUG 1-AUG 31 AND RECEIVE $200 OFF.
Members: $1800
Nonmembers: $2000

If accepted, tuition will be sent in ONE invoice based on your level of tuition. You can choose to pay in full or in 5 monthly installments. 


Important Dates:
August 1, 2024 - Applications Open

Early September - Group Interviews

Late September - Class is notified of acceptance

September 30, 2024 - First Payment is due. Depending on your preferred method of payment, this first installment secures your spot in the class. If you are unable to pay, we will reserve your spot for the next year and let another member from the waitlist into the class. If you choose a payment plan, the payments will be due September 30, October 30, November 30, December 30, and January 30.

Mid January, 2025 - Class Orientation

February 8th-9th, 2025 - Leadership Retreat
Save the date for the South County Leadership retreat at the beautiful Lodge at Oak Creek Ranch in Santa Margarita from February 8th-9th. 

Classes are held the first Friday of each month from 8:30-3:30 (times may fluctuate month to month) March-November with the exception of July. July will be held on the second Friday of the month.

November 7th, 2025 - Graduation in the evening.

Visit Leadership South County - South County Chambers of Commerce Website Page Here

Class size is limited, so please apply early to reserve your spot! To apply, please click here.