What is Leadership Nevada?

The Nevada Leadership program is a series of eight 5-6 hour workshops designed for a select group of individuals. The program is designed to:

• Bring together current and potential leaders.

• Strengthen individual leadership abilities.

• Encourage a team approach to address community issues and challenges.

• Challenge participants to personally commit to assuming new leadership roles in the community.

Leadership Nevada is an issues and skills-based leadership development program. The program is open to any person who lives and/or works in Nevada and who has an interest in Nevada's future. The program is targeted toward community members who are or who want to be involved in organizations, commit­tees, commissions and boards.

The Leadership Nevada Program is valued at $400-500 per participant, but because of the contribu­tions of many community-minded groups, organiza­tions and individuals, the course can be offered in Ne­vada for a fee of $100 per individual. This fee covers all materials and refreshments for eight workshops and graduation. Financial assistance is available.

How do I get involved?

Your application to Leadership Nevada begins with a sincere desire to build your leadership abilities and serve the Nevada area. Each class of participants is in­tended to be a diverse group of men and women, who rep­resent different professions, interests, backgrounds and talents. This diversity of perspectives is intended to lead to a deeper examination of issues.

Leadership Nevada requires a commitment on the part of each participant to devote the necessary time and energy to the program. In return, class members have the opportunity for a stimulating, challenging and reward­ing experience.

Testimonials

"The program far exceeded my expectations. I gained a lot of insight about myself and my personal lead­ership skills. I acquired many valuable tools, which will not only help me as a leader in the community, but in my pro­fessional and personal life as well. I had the privilege of meeting a great bunch of people to network with and hope to work with in the future as we fill the leadership roles of Nevada and Story County. But most of all, I learned what it takes to be the 26th best small community in America." 

Michelle Cassabaum, 21st Century Rehab, P.C.,
Leadership Nevada - Class of 1999
 

"Leadership Nevada opened my eyes to what community is all about. In nine sessions, I met more people and learned more about Nevada than I had in the 5 years I had lived and worked in the community. Leadership Ne­vada is informative, interactive and fun. I recommend Lead­ership Nevada to anyone who is committed to making a difference for the future of the Nevada community."

Sherry Newsome, Krysilis
Leadership Nevada - Class of 2004

"In Nevada, there may be no better way for some­one to grow professionally and personally than to attend Leadership Nevada and see first hand the inner-workings of the various community organizations which work hard to bring a high quality of life to Nevada."

Brian Schaffer, Nevada Community School
Leadership Nevada - Class of 1999
 

"It has been a mind-expanding experience. It has given me a better understanding of the various elements of the com­munity that must work together to accomplish their particu­lar functions. To accomplish these functions, it takes effective leadership, teamwork and many dedicated indi­viduals. I've also gained a new appreciation for the many inputs it takes to have a strong and progressive community to meet the needs of individuals, families and businesses."

FC Parrish, Resident of Nevada
Leadership Nevada - Class of 1999