WHAT IS LEADERSHIP CITRUS?
Designed to enhance the leadership potential of individuals living in Citrus
County, Leadership Citrus is a group learning experience that focuses on the following:
*current issues
*community
resources
*building networks and getting things done
WHEN WAS LEADERSHIP CITRUS STARTED?
Founded in
1991, Leadership Citrus is one of more than 150 leadership development programs through the United States.
WHO PARTICIPATES?
Each
year, 14 or 15 Citrus County residents will be selected to participate. Emphasis is placed on selecting members from a cross-section
of the county both geographically and diversity of background. They all have one thing in common: a demonstrated talent and
commitment for community leadership.
WHEN DOES IT MEET?
Leadership Citrus begins with an opening session
in January. Day-long sessions are held twice a month from January to June, ending with an event for graduates. Participants
must make a commitment to attend all sessions.
WHAT GOES ON IN THE SESSIONS?
Through an intense program
of lectures, structured activities and "hands on" involvement, each session features a different topic with an underlying
theme of anything that is of concern to the future of Citrus County. Held in locations throughout the county, the sessions
include prominent speakers and dialogue. Some of the topics have included: Human Needs and Services, Historical, Natural Resources,
Criminal Justice, Growth Management and Transportation, Education, Local and State Government and the Economics of the County.
WHAT
IS THE PURPOSE?
The goal is to provide the members with a common base of knowledge about specific issues facing
Citrus County, so that they can act more effectively. The program holds unlimited potential for enhancing the community by
preparing and motivating the participants.
WHO SUPPORTS LEADERSHIP CITRUS?
The Citrus County Chamber
of Commerce is the sponsor of the program.
HOW ARE MEMBERS SELECTED?
A representative group of 14 or
15 candidates is selected annually. Participants are chosen by the Selection Committee based upon information provided on
the application and a personal interview.
WHAT IS THE TUITION?
Tuition to be announced.
WHAT
HAPPENS AFTER THE FIRST YEAR?
There is an Alumni Association that sponsors special informational and social events.
Graduates continue to network and work with others to improve our community.
WHO DO I CONTACT?
Information
is available from the four area chamber of commerce offices or contacting the Program Director by Email.
