The Blue Ox Business Academy's Leadership Experience is an immersive experience in personal leadership growth through the exploration of community sectors, challenges, and opportunities.
Join a growing group of more than 500 individuals who have graduated from our Leadership Experience program. This 9 month, 10 session program is designed for emerging leaders and high-potential employees to develop essential skills and insights into their leadership character. Seats fill up fast, so don't wait to register.
Through Leadership Experience training, participants will build relationships and gain an inside view of the region's public, private, and nonprofit sectors. Upon completion of the program, all are challenged to take the next step in their organization and community.
This program is only offered to Chamber Members. Cost is $1,345 per person and limited to 40 individuals. Through the support of Anderson Brothers Construction, scholarships (25% discount) are available to small businesses (up to 5 employees) and Non Profit organizations with financial limitations. Just ask.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
PROGRAM SCHEDULE
SESSION 1Thursday, September 21st & Friday, September 22nd, 2023(one overnight) Opening Retreat:Myers-Briggs Profile, Leadership Traits & Styles, Leadership Communication, Community Service Projects*Attendance Mandatory
SESSION 2Thursday, October 5thTourism Experience
SESSION 3Thursday, November 2ndManufacturing and Business Experience
SESSION 4Thursday, December 14thNon-Profits Experience
SESSION 5Thursday, January 11thHealth Care Experience
SESSION 6 Thursday, February 8thEducation Experience
SESSION 7Thursday, March 7thPublic Service Experience
SESSION 8Thursday, March/AprilTBD (based on state legislative schedule)Community Experience: Legislative Day at the Capitol
SESSION 9Thursday, May 2Media ExperienceArea History Experience
SESSION 10Thursday, May 16End of the Year RetreatAfternoon/Evening of the 16th with overnight stay optional
Commencement and Class Reunion will be held at the Celebration of Excellence in November 2024.
RETREATSession 1 will be held at Grand Casino Mille Lacs. Overnight lodging is strongly recommended. Participants may reserve rooms at Grand Casino Mille Lacs for an additional fee. Session 10 will be held at a local conference center/resort. Overnight lodging optional. Participants may reserve rooms for an additional fee. More info to follow during program year.
COMMITMENTIndividuals are required to attend 10 full (8 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. approximately) sessions. Only 1 absence will be accepted. Applicants need to review their schedules to make sure that they can attend all of the sessions prior to applying.
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TAKE IT FROM OUR GRADUATES
SCHOLARSHIPSScholarships (25% discount) are available to small businesses (up to 5 employees) and Non Profit organizations with financial limitations. Just ask.
REGISTRATIONRegister online. Please be sure to add your title to registration. If you need help contact Paula Chapulis at BlueOx@BrainerdLakesChamber.com. This program will fill quickly, so don't delay!Registration Deadline is August 31, 2023.
2023 PROGRAM TRAINERS AND FACILITATORS
$1,345 includes meals, and course materials.
Limited to 35-40 participants.
Registration Deadline is August 31, 2023
Register online. If you need help or it doesn't work contact Paula Chapulis at blueox@brainerdlakeschamber.com.
Scholarships (25% discount) are available to small businesses (up to 5 employees) and Non Profit organizations with financial limitations. Just ask.
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