Page 3 - Leadership of Greater LR 2020

ADVERTISING SUPPLEMENT TO THE ARKANSAS DEMOCRAT-GAZETTE • CLASS XXXV OF THE LEADERSHIP GREATER LITTLE ROCK SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2020 3N
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
CRITERIA FOR SELECTION
1. A strongly professed interest and commitment to serve the Pulaski County area beyond the training period.
2. A willingness to devote time to Leadership Greater Little Rock in terms of attendance and field projects during the program.
3. An occupational commitment to remain in the Pulaski County area or little likelihood of transfer in the immediate future.
4. Community and/or civic-service leadership as evidenced by the breadth and level of involvement in nonemployment-related volunteer activities within the Pulaski County area, or demonstration of interest in becoming more involved.
5. The demonstration of leadership skills and abilities on the job.
6. The demonstration of strong interpersonal skills and a tendency to be pro-
active on issues of concern to the community.
7. An ability to make a substantive contribution to the program, both in terms of issues and projects, as well as networking with peers.
8. Financial and time commitment of the applicant’s employer or sponsoring organization for the applicant to participate in Leadership Greater Little Rock.
9. A commitment to LGLR — simultaneous or concurrent participation in other local, regional or state leadership programs is not allowed.
10. Residence or employment in the Pulaski County area for a minimum of one year.
Melinda Moody
Executive Director Leadership Greater Little Rock
For more information, contact Melinda Moody at 501-377-6012 or mmoody@littlerockchamber.com.
THE CHALLENGE
Leaders are not born; they are developed. Unfortunately, many people do not realize this fact. We take for granted the future of our area by simply assuming that the appropriate leadership talent will emerge to guide us whenever we need it. There
is no better program to serve as the training ground for our future leaders than Leadership Greater Little Rock. The keys to central Arkansas’ future are knowledgeable and skilled leaders who have an awareness and understanding of all facets of
our community, including government, business, education, recreation, utilities, infrastructure, housing, health care, social services and more.
THE PURPOSE
Leadership Greater Little Rock is aimed at developing a network of competent leaders for present and future community needs. To meet this goal, LGLR seeks to accomplish the following:
• Identify and motivate individuals with leadership potential.
• Acquaint them with community needs, challenges and opportunities.
• Offer a forum of exchange on methods for dealing with community issues.
• Challenge potential leaders to become involved with local issues and the decision-making process.
ACCOMPLISHING OUR OBJECTIVES
Leadership Greater Little Rock seeks to develop community leaders by training and informing participants on a wide array
of local public-policy issues and concerns. In-depth training sessions focus on these issues, exploring their background, origin and present-day status. The program covers a full slate
of topics, including government, the area’s economy, education, social services and more. The sessions combine lectures, tours, dialogue and interaction between speakers and participants.
CURRICULUM
The curriculum may vary slightly from year to year, but a typical year’s sessions are as follows:
• Class Announcement/Reception • Orientation/Retreat
• ExCEL Leadership Challenge
Course • History
• Education
• Community/Neighborhoods • Economic Development
• Government and Politics
• Military
• Criminal Justice and Public
Safety
• Health Care
• Quality of Life • Graduation