Selection Criteria

Each class will include participants selected from a diversity of communities within Polk County.

Individuals who have attained a senior leadership position within their business / organization.

Individuals who have demonstrated a commitment and interest to serve the community.

Individuals with excellent potential to play a significant role in the County’s future.

Individuals who will commit to one full day a month for six months, a mandatory evening orientation, a mandatory two-day opening retreat and mandatory closing retreat with graduation.

Please note: Class members will be considered from all communities in Polk County. Applicants for Leadership Polk who represent the following communities: Bartow, 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. At Large class members will be considered from individuals working for organizations with a county-wide focus.