Combining two great programs into one Leadership Academy!

Following a two hiatus, The Leadership Academy is ready to back School! The Leadership Academy is a nine-month program designed to educate emerging leaders who are interested in learning the many issues that impact our community and prepare them for positions of public influence and decision making.Click to view full details and application

Through this Program, individuals who may or may not already be involved, will gain a greater understanding of their community. Each month, topics of discussion will pertain to Government, Criminal Justice, Healthcare, to name a few.

Through these sessions, participants will be introduced to current leaders providing the ability to form a support network for the future.

LEADERSHIP & ETHICS

Leadership principles will be discussed followed by a stimulating discussion on professional ethics within an organization.

LOCAL GOVERNMENT

Presentations by key officials and an exploration of the various issues and departments with local government.

HERITAGE OF YOUR COMMUNITY

Following a presentation of the history and development of the community, a tour will follow, focusing on areas of interest which helped create the identity of the community.

HEALTH ISSUES IN & AROUND YOUR COMMUNITY

Introduction of health care issues on a local, state and federal level. Presented by leaders in the health care industry.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Key officials in the community present topics including, but not limited to, current and future economic development, the planning and zoning process and economic leadership.

CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Introduction of the community criminal justice process and the issues a growing community is challenged with on a local and county level.

EDUCATION

Introduction to education in the community. A discussion of the issues and challenges the community faces presented by key leaders.

WORKING WITH THE MEDIA

Presentations by local media leaders and an exploration of how to work effectively with the media to achieve organizational objectives.

COMMUNITY SERVICE IN & AROUND YOUR COMMUNITY

An introduction to the various organizations which add to the quality of life in the community. Conversations with leaders in these organizations will provide an overview of the challenges they face.

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“If you are a current leader or desire to be a leader in Algonquin or Lake in the Hills, I would highly recommend applying for the Community Leadership School”.
Maggie Auger, resident of Algonquin & Alumni.

“I would encourage employers to support an employee interested in participating in the Leadership Program. The once a month curriculum is easier to manage than I thought it would be. The knowledge I have gained both personally and professionally were well worth the time taken away from the office”.
David Ward, President of Algonquin Bank & Trust & Alumni

“I felt a much greater connection to and understanding of Lake in the Hills and how everything interconnects after completing Leadership School”.
Janet Morse, resident of Lake in the Hills & Alumni.

If you are interestd in speaking to an alumni of the program or would like to be included in email annoucements, Chamber at 847-658-5300 or email your request.