Scottsdale Leadership is an Arizona Leadership Program. The primary focus is its nine-month interactive, community leadership Core Program. Classes are held on Fridays between September and April at various community and corporate locations throughout Scottsdale. Up to 50 established or emerging leaders are selected to participate each year.
Scottsdale Leadership 2024-25 Core Program- Class 39
How to apply:
1. Applicants must pay a Non-Refundable Application Fee before completing the application. Early Bird Application Fee is $50 through April 10, 2024. The Application fee increases to $100 from April 10th through May 15th. Make application payment here: https://www.scottsdaleleadership.org/apply
2. Applicants must complete a Core Program Application Form (You are on this form now)
3. Two References must complete a Reference Form: https://forms.gle/wHVfopSFLSWSoF7T7
This year we will be kicking off the new class with an overnight retreat that will take place August 22-23, 2024. This is a mandatory retreat. If you are unable to attend, we encourage you to apply next year.
Please note; once you begin the application you will not be able to save and return later to make edits. It is suggested that you draft essay responses in a word document beforehand and then copy/paste the text into the application form. To help you get started, below is a list of the questions that typically require lengthier responses. Each response is limited to 300 words (Except any questions that specify otherwise).
EMPLOYMENT: Provide a brief description of your recent work experience.
EDUCATION: Provide a brief description of your educational background.
QUESTIONS:
1. There are many important issues facing the Scottsdale community. Describe two current community issues that interest you and why.
2. Give an example of when your volunteer leadership has made a difference.
3. Why do you want to participate in Scottsdale Leadership's Core Program?
4. Upon graduation, Scottsdale Leadership expects its graduates to take on leadership roles in our community. How would you hope to get involved in the community?
BOARD SERVICE
Please list any current or previous board experience by listing the name of the organization, position on board and number of years served for each organization.
ORGANIZATIONS AND ACTIVITIES: Please list, in order of importance to you, any community, civic, professional, religious, social, athletic, or other organizations in which you have been involved over the last five years.
Please direct questions to Dana Close, Program & Events Manager at (602) 214-5295 or
Dana@scottsdaleleadership.orgApplication deadline is May 15, 2024 5:00 PM