DC Chamber Now Accepting Leadership Douglas Applications

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The Douglas County Chamber is now accepting applications for the 2015-2016 class of Leadership Douglas.

The mission of Leadership Douglas is to identify, encourage and develop leadership abilities so that its participants grow both personally and professionally.

Participants in Leadership Douglas benefit from getting to know one another and from the exchange of ideas
and experiences. They gain knowledge and understanding on crucial issues facing our community, while also
attaining leadership skills to make a difference. In addition, they develop a network of relationships with other
leaders of various backgrounds throughout Douglas County.

This professional leadership curriculum is achieved through a ten-month program of structured activity where
students become familiar with all aspects of our community. Leadership Douglas utilizes professional
leadership trainers while also utilizing community resources for courses such as Health and Wellness,
Economic Development, Arts and Recreation, Public Safety, Social Services, Education, Government Affairs,
and Water Resources.

“Where else can you gain an understanding of your community, leadership skills to make a difference, and lifelong friends in one program,” says Rosco Sayyar, Sam & Rosco’s Restaurant, Leadership Douglas Class of 2013, and DC Chamber Board of Directors Chairman.

Participants in Leadership Douglas are selected after consideration of their recognized and potential
leadership abilities. The selection committee will choose 25 diverse and qualified individuals in order to
provide a structured program that enhances leadership skills and community involvement. In addition, the
selection committee will ensure at least 70% of those selected will be from the business community, with the
remaining 30% from education, social service programs or community action agencies. The class membership
will be announced by May 1st.

Cost for the 10 month course is $600 and includes the retreat, all sessions and materials, meals and
transportation. It is important that applicants recognize that a serious commitment to attend every class is
required. In return, participants are guaranteed to leave Leadership Douglas better qualified to take an active
role in our community.

To download an application, please go to www.douglascountygeorgia.com/leadership-douglas or contact the
Chamber at 770-942-5022. All applications are due no later than 5:00pm on Friday, March 13th