Frequently Asked Questions
WHO PARTICIPATES IN LEADERSHIP MARION?
Participation in Leadership Marion is open to all Marion County citizens and/or employees in the Marion County area. The Chamber of Commerce reviews applicants solicited from all walks of community life to select a class of interested, motivated, concerned individuals who have a sincere desire to offer their time and talents to improve their community. Selection is done without regard to race, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability, as identified and defined by law.
HOW DO I APPLY?
Individuals, businesses, and community associations may nominate and sponsor prospective participants by contacting the Leadership Marion Co-Directors. Businesses may also provide a scholarship for participants not associated with their business (for example, sponsoring an individual from a non-profit agency). Applications are open until May 31, 2021
WHEN DOES LEADERSHIP MARION MEET?
The program begins with in August and is completed in May. The program consists of a three-day retreat/orientation in August and a one day seminar every month through May. Each class also conducts an annual service project and has a graduation dinner at the end of the program. Attendance is mandatory for the opening retreat. 80% attendance is required in order to graduate. (attend at least 8 of the 10 monthly seminars)
WHO IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE SELECTION OF PARTICIPANTS?
The advisory committee, under the direction of the Co-Directors, determine the participants in the Leadership program. This committee is a group of volunteers who have proven themselves to be knowledgeable, dedicated community leaders,
WHAT SUBJECTS ARE DEALT WITH IN LEADERSHIP MARION?
Subjects covered include but are not limited to: The History, People, and Economy of Marion County; Social Services; Public Education; Local Government; Labor; Community and Government Planning; the Media; Culture and the Arts; Public and Private Development; Higher Education; The Legal System; Quality of Life; Health Care; Industry; Technology; and Government Programs.
WHAT FORMAT DOES THE PROGRAM USE?
Local leaders in industry, business, civic, and governmental affairs, as well as authorities from various academic communities, are invited to take part in lectures, simulations, small group discussions, field trips, and panel discussions during the Leadership sessions.
Participation in Leadership Marion is open to all Marion County citizens and/or employees in the Marion County area. The Chamber of Commerce reviews applicants solicited from all walks of community life to select a class of interested, motivated, concerned individuals who have a sincere desire to offer their time and talents to improve their community. Selection is done without regard to race, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability, as identified and defined by law.
HOW DO I APPLY?
Individuals, businesses, and community associations may nominate and sponsor prospective participants by contacting the Leadership Marion Co-Directors. Businesses may also provide a scholarship for participants not associated with their business (for example, sponsoring an individual from a non-profit agency). Applications are open until May 31, 2021
WHEN DOES LEADERSHIP MARION MEET?
The program begins with in August and is completed in May. The program consists of a three-day retreat/orientation in August and a one day seminar every month through May. Each class also conducts an annual service project and has a graduation dinner at the end of the program. Attendance is mandatory for the opening retreat. 80% attendance is required in order to graduate. (attend at least 8 of the 10 monthly seminars)
WHO IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE SELECTION OF PARTICIPANTS?
The advisory committee, under the direction of the Co-Directors, determine the participants in the Leadership program. This committee is a group of volunteers who have proven themselves to be knowledgeable, dedicated community leaders,
WHAT SUBJECTS ARE DEALT WITH IN LEADERSHIP MARION?
Subjects covered include but are not limited to: The History, People, and Economy of Marion County; Social Services; Public Education; Local Government; Labor; Community and Government Planning; the Media; Culture and the Arts; Public and Private Development; Higher Education; The Legal System; Quality of Life; Health Care; Industry; Technology; and Government Programs.
WHAT FORMAT DOES THE PROGRAM USE?
Local leaders in industry, business, civic, and governmental affairs, as well as authorities from various academic communities, are invited to take part in lectures, simulations, small group discussions, field trips, and panel discussions during the Leadership sessions.
