Leadership Grand Strand Application

• 2009-2010 Class 30 Schedule (.doc)

Leadership Grand Strand is still accepting applications for the upcoming Class 30. Applications are available online at LeadershipGrandStrand.com and require three letters of reference, must be typed and are due by June 30. Tuition costs are $890 per person.

The program, which will begin in August 2009 and end in May 2009, is open to citizens who have resided in Horry County continuously for at least one year prior to the application date. Candidates may be nominated by an organization or may nominate themselves. The program is limited to 30 participants, with selection reflecting the demographic, geographic and professional diversity of the Grand Strand.

Criteria for selection include evidence of leadership abilities, potential to provide leadership to the Grand Strand, interest in community affairs, desire to expand volunteerinvolvement and commitment to become more involved in the Grand Strand. Participants and their sponsoring organizations must be willing to invest the time required for members to fully participate in the program, which includes a two-day retreat in September, a full day of classes the first Thursday of each month and 100 hours of community service. Regular attendance is imperative and mandatory.

Leadership Grand Strand explores such topics as historical aspects of the Grand Strand, tourism and economic development, government and politics, education, law enforcement, human services and the arts. Alumni serve on community boards and commissions and in key decision-making positions throughout the Grand Strand.

For additional questions about Leadership Grand Strand contact the Diana Greene, Executive Director by e-mail or call 916-7222.