Leadership Canby

A community development program
 brought to you by the 
Canby Area Chamber of Commerce.

The Quality of Our Leadership Will 
Determine Our Future.

Effective leadership is a critical resource in any community.  As the Complex problems and opportunities of our time's increase, local leadership must be of the highest caliber. Recognizing this need, the Canby Area Chamber of Commerce host the Leadership Canby Program.

The Purpose is to provide participants with a comprehensive and objective review of our community in action.  Leadership Canby is designed to train and motivate emerging leaders and develop their individual skills as future decision-makers for the area.  Graduates of the program are well-prepared volunteers who are eager to fill leadership positions in our community.

The Objectives are to Fine-Tune the skills of existing community leaders.  To Prepare talented individuals to fill leadership positions in Canby.  To Promote an understanding of the diverse components that make up our community.  To Develop leadership skills and talents that will empower participants and benefit the community. And to Build lasting friendships and support networks.

The Benefits of Leadership Canby will be the experience gained from this unique program and the immediate and positive effects on the participants, their organization and Canby. 
Participants will experience professional and personal growth, recognition and sharpening of communication and problem solving skills.

The Advantages to Participants are professional and personal growth, a wider network of connections within the community, and development or expansion of leadership skills.  To the Organizations are enhanced community relations, new marketing opportunities, support of employee civic responsibilities and employee development.  To the Community are involved, informed citizens who are skilled and responsive leaders.

The Commitment is to an eight-month program.  The sessions run from 8:30am - 4:00pm one day per month from October through May.  The class meets the second Tuesday of the month.
Your full participation in each session is absolutely critical. Educational workshops are set up to be interactive between the leaders of today and the leaders of the future.  Provocative, informative and experienced speakers from the private and public sectors have agreed to give generously of their time and knowledge as resource people for our programs.
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The Program Topics and Speakers

October - Building your Team
Get to know your classmates, learn your personal leadership style through analysis of your Meyers Briggs Type Indicator, and find out about personal power, decision making and leadership roles.

November - One Who Serves
As we examine acknowledgment as a key part of relationship and communication you will recognize ways to become more effective in every area of you life.

December - Growth, Business And Industry In Our Community
Lean about Economic & Community Development.  Hear from a panel of City Counselors and Planning Commissioners.  Meet those involved in the workings of the City of Canby.  Take a tour of the Industrial Park.

January - Communication
This informative public speaking format will propel the audience to new heights in communication, and leadership skills, all to make the leap into being an effective speaker.

February - Making Wise Decisions
Effective techniques to make sound decisions that relate to business, co-workers and staff, as well as volunteer activities and personal life.

March - Government
Tour the State Capitol and learn what your legislators do during off-season. Learn lobby techniques and why being informed will benefit your business, community, and your personal life.

April - Leadership in Action
Discover how your involvement counts and how your values, vision and voice will impact your career, community, family and yourself.

May - Now It's Your Turn
This is when you, the participants of Leadership Canby create a presentation, putting what you learned into action.

Approximately 20 participants will represent various segments of Canby Candidates may apply individually, or be sponsored by and community group, agency or company.
The tuition of $375 includes all materials, mailings, meals, facilities, transportation, speaker, and graduation dinner.
For additional information please call the Canby Area Chamber of Commerce office at 503-266-4600.

 

We make a living by what we get,  but we make a life by what we give.
	Winston Churchill

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