ABOUT LEADERSHIP TOMPKINS
Leadership Tompkins engages a diverse group of aspiring and existing
community leaders in building networks, developing leadership skills,
and raising awareness of local issues.
Through the program participants will:
• Hone professional development skills for future leadership roles in Tompkins County
• Build capacity by immersing themselves in the community by participating in several
interactive workshops - including facility tours, service outings, volunteer opportunities,
training workshops, guest speakers, and networking events
• Set realistic goals for professional and personal leadership development and develop skills
that will prepare participants to further their career
• Gain an understanding of key local issues and needs, how those issue areas impact
historically and systematically disadvantaged populations
• Expand local network of professional contacts, community leaders, and resources
2027 Program Dates
Retreat: (9 am to 4 pm each day), Thursday January 14
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and Friday January 15
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Program Dates: Lunch provided. 9 am to 4 pm. Various locations around Tompkins County
February: Thursday the 18
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March: Thursday the 18
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April: Thursday the 15
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May: Thursday the 13
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Community Service Day TBD (planned by cohort)
Graduation Celebration: Thursday June 17
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Networking Opportunities:
Free Pass to two Tompkins Chamber Business After Hours events
APPLY HERE UNTIL FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13
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at 5:00 PM
