The Core Program consists of eleven day-long seminar sessions from September through June. Meetings generally consist of a morning listening to local leaders sharing the inside story on current issues, followed by an afternoon of leadership or trustee skills development. Participants receive individual skills development plans. Each meeting and speaker is evaluated to ensure that LEADERSHIP is meeting the group's needs. Outdoor team-building experiences, board observations and police ride-alongs enrich the seminar experience.

Civic Issues
Economic Development
History/Demographics
Law Enforcement
Arts and Culture
Education
Regionalism
Governance/Politics		 Leadership Development
Connecting
Group Dynamics
Self-Awareness
Diversity
Balance
Emotional Intelligence
Communication		 Trusteeship Training
Public/Private Partnerships
Governance
Staff-Board Relations
Board Recruiting
Non-profit Financials
Fundraising
Philanthropy

Qualified candidates are seasoned individuals with leadership skills and a drive to take responsibility for improving the quality of life in the region. Nominees should be prominent within their organizations, have the sponsor's personal endorsement, and be prepared to commit time to participate in the program. They should intend to stay in the region. Candidates must complete an interview with LEADERSHIP's staff to be admitted. Admission is competitive.

Please download the application, complete it and return to info@leadershipphiladelphia.org by May 16th.

Tuition: $6,500

2008-2009 Class Dates
September 18-19, October 16, November 6, December 11, January 8, February 5, March 11, April 2, May 7, June 11 (All of the classes run from 8:30 am – 5:00pm)

The Core Class of 2008
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