Leadership Polk
Leadership Polk Class VI Nomination Form – Click Here
What is Leadership Polk?
Leadership Polk is a Polk Vision program that brings together current and emerging leaders from across the County to develop diverse networks of resourceful, informed and proactive leaders who will create a more vibrant county and region.
The ten-month program immerses participants in an inspiring and enlightening curriculum that examines critical issues that impact Polk County. Class members discuss ‘hot topics’ within Polk Vision’s Areas of Focus, visit all 17 municipalities in Polk County, and create relationships with community leaders from across the county.
Leadership Polk is topically-relevant, ever-changing, and exposes participants to many community-minded perspectives and resources. The program will develop visionary approaches and collaborative behavior in graduates who occupy or will assume leadership roles in organizations within Polk County.
Leadership Polk Goals
How can I get involved?
The nomination and application process begins each spring with an appeal to the public for nominees. This year, nominations will be accepted from April 2 thru April 27, 2012. Self-nominations are welcome and encouraged.
All of those who are nominated, and only those who are nominated, will be invited to submit an application between May 1 – 31, 2012.
To make a nomination Click Here
Please note: Class members will be considered from all communities in Polk County. Applicants for Leadership Polk who live and/or work in the following communities: Bartow, Haines City, Lakeland, Lake Wales or Winter Haven, must be a graduate of their local Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership program before being considered for Leadership Polk.
Leadership Polk Class VI Nomination & Application Schedule
Nominations accepted: April 2-30, 2012
Application period: May 1-31, 2012
Decision letters mailed no later than June 29, 2012
What is the selection process?
Class members are selected based on their leadership abilities, career accomplishments, volunteer activities, contributions to the community, and commitment to help shape a better community.
Applications are given to a confidential Selection Committee, which closely examines them and performs the difficult task of selecting a representative cross-section of leaders as members of the upcoming class. Leadership Polk does not discriminate because of age, sex, race, religion, or national origin.
Because the program is limited in size, many qualified individuals must be deferred. Those not accepted in a given year may be considered again in subsequent years if they wish to reapply.
What is my commitment?
Click here to view the Class VI Calendar for 2012-2013
Leadership Polk requires a serious commitment of time and energy. All dates are published in advance for planning purposes. If you work for a company or organization, their support is essential. If you are self-employed you will need to evaluate the requirements of the program as compared to your available time.
What topics will be covered?
Topics for the program will include Economic Development, Regionalism, Quality of Life, Infrastructure, Government, and Education.
We will also have municipality tours of Haines City, Davenport, Lake Hamilton, Dundee, Lakeland, Mulberry, Polk City, Lake Alfred, Auburndale, Frostproof, Highland Park, Hillcrest Heights, Lake Wales, Winter Haven, Eagle Lake, Fort Meade & Bartow.
What does tuition cover?
Tuition covers the opening retreat accommodations and meals, 6 day-long sessions, luncheons and refreshments, and Graduation luncheon for participant and a guest.
Tuition for Leadership Polk is $1,850. Partial scholarships may be available, please contact Leadership Polk/Polk Vision for more information.
Contact information:
April Mucci
Leadership Polk Program Coordinator
leadershippolk@polkvision.com
863-644-6278
