Enrollment open for Fulton County Leadership Academy

Friday, June 28, 2024 at 12:38 PM

The Fulton County Leadership Academy Board of Directors, in partnership with Purdue Extension Service and Fulton County Chamber of Commerce, announces that enrollment is now open for its 2024-25 program. Any individual who resides in, works in, or represents Fulton County is eligible to participate in this program.

Classes are a 9-month commitment, beginning in August and ending with graduation in May. Sessions are generally 8 a.m. to noon, twice monthly, and will consist of exploratory tours, leadership training, learning from local community experts and the opportunity to develop a group community project.

Tours will include Akron, Kewanna and Rochester industries and businesses, the county courthouse, healthcare facilities and the Statehouse.

Employers usually sponsor employees, but individuals may sponsor themselves. There are some scholarships available. Registration is $550 and is used to finance the program. There may be additional minor expenses incurred by participants for travel and meals.

Upon graduation, each successful student will have gained:

Personal, interpersonal, and group leadership skills;

A better understanding of County resources, services, and programs; and

A network of community contacts throughout Fulton County.

More information and academy applications are available at Purdue Extension Service office, Fulton County Chamber of Commerce office, or online at https://shorturl.at/C7SZH. Selection of participants is based on space available and a commitment to active participation.

The 2024-25 Fulton County Leadership Academy Program is sponsored by First Federal Savings Bank and Rochester Metal Products Corp.

For more information, contact Jessica Riffle at jcanned@purdue.edu.