Leadership Richardson is accepting applications for its next class, which will begin in September and go through May 2017.

The community leadership development program was created by the Richardson Chamber of Commerce in 1985, and the objectives of are to: 

•     Identify and motivate emerging community leaders

•     Acquaint participants with a local historical perspective and with current community dynamics

•     Assist participants in identifying and addressing community needs, issues and problems

•     Challenge participants to increased community leadership

•     Develop personal and organizational leadership skills 

The application deadline is June 17.

Leadership Richardson requires a commitment of time including a once-a-month, full-day meeting, plus a leadership retreat in September. Candidates must live and/or work in Richardson or the Richardson ISD boundaries. Candidates who do not meet this requirement, but who are significantly involved in the Richardson community, should contact Kim Quirk at kim@richardsonchamber.com. 

For more information or to apply, visit www.leadershiprichardson.com 

Sponsorships

This year, the Richardson Chamber is launching a new opportunity for chamber members to officially sponsor Leadership Richardson, giving local companies and organizations an effective way to build visibility with current and potential civic leaders.

The following sponsorship levels for are now available: 

$500 level

• Logo on shirt
• Recognition via social media, LR collateral, Richardson Chamber communications

$1000 level

• All of the above plus
• Lunch sponsorship and speaking opportunity

$2500 level

• All of the above plus
• Company marketing materials at one event
• Social media blast

$5000 level

• All of the above plus
• Company marketing materials at every event
• Signage at every event
• Tickets to and speaking or video opportunity at graduation

For more information about sponsorship opportunities, e-mail Kim Quirk or call her at 214-532-3771.