Leadership Wake Forest

“I think the world is a better place because of positive relationships. And when you can have that in a community? Oh man, Leadership Wake Forest did that for me.”

Rodney Frazier

There’s no better way than Leadership Wake Forest to develop your leadership skills, get to know the Wake Forest area, and discover ways to contribute to your community. Leadership Wake Forest provides you with the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally. You’ll build a network and learn from community leaders and experts about local history, business and civic issues, and community involvement, receiving leadership skills training that will prepare you to assume high-level leadership roles in the future.

Started in 1992, Leadership Wake Forest is designed to engage, cultivate and motivate individuals interested in building a strong, sustainable community. Information is presented through panel discussions, tours, hands-on activities, simulations, and Q&A sessions that provide a unique setting to meet local leaders.

BENEFITS OF LEADERSHIP WAKE FOREST

Leadership Wake Forest benefits both you and the community. The knowledge and understanding gained from the training program will prepare you for leadership roles in both your organization and the community. You also will be provided opportunities to learn about civic involvement in the community. As a result of your Leadership Wake Forest experience, you will be better equipped to make key decisions affecting your own organizations, your community, and yourselves.

All sessions are on Thursdays from 9am-1pm (unless otherwise indicated) and include coffee, snacks, and lunches from local Chamber member businesses. For session dates, click on the application to the right!

Key Dates & Pricing

Frequency:
Monthly sessions run from September – May.

Application Deadline:
Applications are now open for our 2024-25 Leadership class. Applications are due by August 16th. Click here to apply online!

Pricing:
Tuition: $750 for Chamber members, $900 for non-members.

Click here to access the scholarship application.

Tuition fees cover all food and beverages, course materials, “swag” items, and speaker fees during the course of the program. Each session will feature local business and civic leaders. The program is facilitated by Wake Forest Area Chamber president Liz Simpers.