Issue #45 April 2016
Leadership Keweenaw! Developing Future Leaders
he Leadership Keweenaw program is designed to empower diverse individuals of our area with the knowledge, skills and inspiration to successfully assume effective leadership roles both at work and in the community. The program will develop a collective resource and problem solving network to help address community needs, today and in the future. THE GROWTH AND PROSPERITY OF OUR AREA is closely tied to the quality and commitment of our next generation of leaders. These individuals are needed to serve on boards, commissions, in community groups and in elected positions. This kind of leadership talent must be aggressively sought out, nurtured, and given the tools to lead successfully. HERE’S HOW YOU CAN HELP Leadership Keweenaw: the 10-month leadership development program will require support and sponsorship by many community employers and organizations. The new Leadership Keweenaw program will help establish a pool of more informed and capable leaders, who are committed to using their talents to help develop our community. OUR CHALLENGE TO YOU IS to identify emerging leaders, then encourage and support their participation in the program. Beginning in August with a two-day retreat, there will be one, full-day session each month from September to May.
Inside This Issue
THE PRIMARY FOCUS of Leadership Keweenaw is to develop personal leadership skills while presenting participants with information about quality of life issues related to natural resources, government and community, human & public services, legal system, education & workforce development, economic development & infrastructure, environment & stewardship, health wellness and community service.
Letter from the Executive Director Renewing Members New Members IRS Tax Tip Member Benefits HEET Tips Events Lunch & Learn
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Our Superior Partners. Thank You!
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