Leadership Academy
As an employer, are you looking for a leadership training program for your employees?
As a working professional, do you need a program that will enhance your career, teach you principles of leadership and help make a difference in Wells County?
The Wells County Leadership Academy, offers participants solutions to the fast-paced ever-changing needs of business and industry in the 21st century.
About the Program?
This unique leadership academy for Wells County, started in 2008, was a collaboration with Huntington University Foundation’s Center for Leadership Studies. Classes are based on materials developed for community leadership programs, written by Dr. Tim Elmore who is the Founder and President of Growing Leaders. He has taught leadership through the power of images and stories that enable people to influence others in a positive way. Over 25 facilitators from Wells County have been trained by Dr. Elmore to lead participants through a series of discussions and leadership topics.
Who Should Participate?
Anyone who wants to improve their leadership skills, develop stronger communication skills, and focus on creating a network of peer-mentor-business relationships. Our desire is that these individuals would then make a life-long commitment to community service and help mentor new leaders.
Topics will include:
- Character development, ethics and leadership principles
- Focus and Vision
- Networking skills
- Relationship and Team Building
- Setting priorities for success
- Conflict resolution
- Book studies on leadership topics
- Basics of public and non-profit sectors
View this video about the program and hear a testimonial from a Level 1 participant!
Application Level 1 for the 2024-2025 Year
Application Level 2 for the 2024-2025 Year