Leadership Southside

Applications are currently being accepted for the 2013-14 class of Leadership Southside.  The deadline for applications to be returned to the Chamber of Commerce office is June 26, 2013. Leadership Southside XX will begin in September 2013 with an orientation and will be followed by 8 monthly programs.  The class graduate in May 2013.

Leadership Southside develops leadership skills by providing information, education, experience, and exchange of ideas.  Sessions have included orientation, leadership skills and development, team building, community issues and opportunities, leadership of a business, leadership issues in economic development and workforce development, leadership in education, leadership of a nonprofit organization, effecting change, cultural diversity, and local and state government.

This year the Chamber of Commerce will hold three Leadership Southside information sessions for those interested in applying for the program.  The sessions will include refreshments and will be held as follows:

Wednesday, May 29 - J.T.’s at the Lavalette, Gretna, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 4, Chamber of Commerce, Blairs Noon-1:00 p.m.
Wednesday, June 5, Danville Golf Club, 5:00-6:00 p.m.

If you are interested in attending one of these sessions, please contact the Chamber at 434.836.6990 or llawson@dpchamber.org.

Leadership Southside is made possible by a grant from the Community Foundation of the Dan River Region and by our generous sponsors:  Centra, Danville Regional Medical Center, and WSET ABC 13.

Learn more about Leadership Southside by clicking here.  For an application, click here.

Current Sponsors:
Centra
Community Foundation of the Dan River Region
Danville Regional Medical Center
WSET ABC 13

Junior Leadership

Junior Leadership is a skills building program for local high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Particpants meet monthly to build skills in leadership, communication, and business development. Learn more about Junior Leadership and sponsorship opportunities by clicking here.   For an application, please click here.

Current Sponsors:
Centra
Danville Regional Medical Center
Excelen Performance
JT Minnie Maude Charitable Trust
RiverWalk Equipment & Supply
URW Community Federal Credit Union

Questions?

For more information about Leadership Southside or Junior Leadership, please reach out to the Chamber by phone (434-836-6990) or email Lynnette Lawson (llawson@dpchamber.org).
Thank you!