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Leadership Portland program

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Leadership Portland was created by the Portland Business Alliance to provide individuals from its member firms with the skills and understanding necessary for future leadership positions with companies, civic organizations and government in the Portland region. Leadership Portland refines and develops leadership skills through participation in interactive exercises and a challenging curriculum. Class participants will gain an understanding of how the community works and issues that challenge the economic growth and stability of the region. Applications for the class are available online in January. The class is selected in May and the program begins with a reception in the fall. Participants attend classes one day per month from October through May and there is a ceremony in June.

Questions? Contact Nick Viele by email or calling 503.552.6775.

View the Class of 2010.

For a list of past graduates, click here.

Objectives

• Build knowledge and insight on major issues facing the Portland community and region.
• Provide a forum for candid discussion of those issues.
• Define and build the core values necessary for successful leadership.
• Stimulate critical and creative thinking to develop initiatives that address the needs of the business community, the broader community and the region.
• Define and build the core values necessary for successful leadership.
• Prepare future leaders for the community.

2009-10 Program Schedule

• Opening Retreat: September 24 - 25, 2009
• Welcoming Reception: October 26, 2009
• Program Days
  • Law, Justice & Public Safety: Thursday, October 8, 2009
  • Portland: Power Influence & Leadership:
    Thursday, November 12, 2009
  • Cultural Arts & The Creative Economy: Thursday, December 10, 2009
  • Education: Thursday, January 14, 2010
  • Building Sustainable Communities: Thursday, February 11, 2010
  • State Government & Public Policy: Thursday, March 11, 2010
  • Healthcare & Human Services: Thursday, April 8, 2010
  • Economic Development: May 13, 2010
• Graduation: June 3 or 10, 2010

Class Selection Criteria

A selection committee chooses participants based on a completed application and references submitted by the applicant. The program seeks representation from a cross-section of the Portland business community taking into consideration sex, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, size and type of business, non-profit status, etc. Therefore, preference will be given to candidates who, in addition to their potential for leadership, would contribute to the overall diversity of the class. Participants must have a commitment to community service and civic involvement.

Requirements for participation and program completion:

1. The class is built on participation and group dynamics. Attendance is required at the two-day retreat, the eight education days (8 am-5 pm) and graduation. Missing days or partial days may result in dismissal without refund.
2. Completion of a community service project.
3. Applicants must have the full support of their employer as evidenced by their signature on the application.

Application Process:

• Application must include:
  • A complete application form.
  • Two letters of recommendation:
    • One from your employer; and
    • One from your sponsor or a community leader.
  • Two business cards.

Alumni Association

The goal of the Leadership Portland Alumni Association is to provide opportunities to individuals who have graduated from the Leadership Portland program or fellow leadership programs to continue to refine their leadership skills and contribute to the community. The Alumni Association coordinates four functions a year for the alumni, two continuing education and two social events.

The Alumni Association serves four core purposes:

1. to support the Leadership Portland program
2. to provide ongoing opportunities for networking among graduates
3. to provide continuing education for graduates
4. to undertake activities benefiting the community.

For more information, please contact the Leadership Portland Program Director, Nick Viele, by email or by calling 503.552.6775.