The YPW Leadership Academy exists to develop YPW members who are interested in growing their leadership capabilities. The course offers both professional development and community connections, providing opportunities to advance in your career and in the community.
Six weekly sessions feature interactive exercises, issue exploration, self-assessment and in-depth conversations with Wichita’s top community and business leaders. YPW Leadership Academy will educate YP members on their personal styles, values and strengths so they can grow as leaders, motivate others and impact change in their organizations and communities. It works to expand your leadership, career and life skills. The program begins with taking a closer look at your personal leadership style and then guides you in how to expand and utilize those skills via techniques to further your career.
Benefits – for YPs and Their Companies
Application Process
Interested parties must be nominated and then complete an application to be considered for the class of 25 participants. A selection committee will review the information received and select the individuals to participate in the next class. All applicants from the metro Wichita region are welcomed. Selection will be based, in part, on the following criteria:
A $300 tuition is charged to cover program costs. Limited scholarship funds are available for those selected who need financial assistance. Only those persons willing to attend all sessions and activities should be nominated or apply. For class dates, see below. For more information, please refer to the YPW Leadership Academy 2019 Brochure.
Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor
We ask that all nominees be at least 21 years old. Membership in YPW or the Wichita Regional Chamber of Commerce is not required but may be considered during the selection process. Candidates only need to be nominated once to be invited to apply for the program.
Important Dates for the 2019 Class
Nomination and Selection Process – Fall 2018
Leadership Academy Sessions – Winter 2019
For more information about the YPW Leadership Academy, please contact Ulises Gonzalez.
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