Leadership 2001

Participants -- Leadership 2001 targets individuals who serve -- or expect to serve -- in key roles in voluntary organizations.  We welcome participants from area business or from local community agencies and groups, regardless of their experience or sponsorship.  Participants must have a genuine interest in voluntarism in Greater Springfield.

Schedule -- Leadership 2001 begins Thursday, February 15, 2001 and concludes on March 29, 2001.  The graduation banquet will be held at the Colony Club on April 9, 2001.  Each three to four hour session varies format and topics to ensure special interest.

Tuition -- Tuition costs $799 per participant.   Includes trip to Boston, Lunch-Reception & Graduation Dinner.

Application Process -- Sponsors (an employer or organizational leader) or individuals can apply to the program.  The three-part application consists of a form available from the Affiliated Chambers of Commerce of Greater Springfield, a letter from the sponsor, and a letter from the applicant stating interest, responsibility of past and present positions, education, community activities and interests, and any other relevant information.

For additional information, please send your name address and telephone number to:

Leadership 2001/Affiliated Chambers of Commerce of Greater Springfield/ 1441 Mian Street, Suite 136, Springfield, MA 01103-1449 

or email:  Julie Yurgielewicz at:  yurgielewicz@gschamber.org