Service. Knowledge. Community.Leadership Sylacauga is designed to prepare leaders in Sylacauga from all walks of life for an active role in community affairs. The participants are comprised of leaders and potential leaders of this area. Participants receive an in-depth view of our civic and governmental leadership through face-to-face discussions with present community leaders and direct contact with the institutions that keep Sylacauga moving forward.
The program objectives are to develop an increased awareness of, and provide a rationale for involvement in current issues, opportunities and problems affecting Sylacauga.
These learning experiences accelerate the process of building a resource of community leaders. Leadership Sylacauga is a unique experience for participants and has an immediate, positive, and long-lasting effect on them, their organizations, and their community.
Leadership Sylacauga Goals:
- To motivate participants to achieve their individual leadership potential.
- To create the opportunity for participants to come to know, respect, and establish a rapport with each other.
- To bring together participants and current leaders to discuss the presentation and future direction of Sylacauga.
- To challenge participants to greater involvement through volunteer roles in the community.
- To enhance the leadership skills of participants and improve their effectiveness in the community.
- To examine programs, agencies, and institutions that currently operate in Sylacauga.
Leadership Sylacauga provides extensive exploration of:
- Education
- Law Enforcement
- Local Government
- Media and Quality of Life
- Health and Human Services
- State Government
- Economic Development and Industrial Relations with emphasis on existing industry
Leadership Sylacauga has had a total number of 457 participants since the program started in 1991.
How much time is required?
The applicant and CEO or immediate supervisor are asked to commit to the attendance and participation policies of the program.
In order to graduate from Leadership Sylacauga, the participant must attend at least 70 hours of the scheduled program. In addition to the scheduled program, outside activities will be required.
If you would like more information about this program or if you have participated in Leadership Sylacauga and do not see your name listed, please contact the Sylacauga Chamber of Commerce at 256-249-0308 or email us at info@sylacaugachamber.com
2023-2024 Leadership Sylacauga Class
Eric Howell, OMYA
Stacy Jackson, CACC
Lauren Layton, Sylacauga Parks and Recreation
Melia Morris, Heritage South Credit Union
Allison Motes, B. B. Comer High School
Renee Osborne, Sylacauga Chamber of Commerce
Tom Osborne, Sylacauga City Schools
Kristi Thompson, Heritage South Credit Union
Amanda Wisdom, Renasant Bank