Applying to Leadership Capital Region

Applications have closed. Be on the lookout next year to be apart of the region’s next business and community leaders to participate in Leadership Capital Region (LCR) Class of 2028!

LCR Program Experience

Each class brings together a diverse group of professionals representing a wide range of industries, backgrounds, perspectives, and learning styles. Throughout the program, participants will:

  • Build strong relationships and an extensive network of classmates, alumni, the steering committee, and session-day presenters
  • Engage with some of the Capital Region’s most effective and recognized leaders
  • Explore critical community issues alongside peers and subject‑matter experts
  • Strengthen leadership and teamwork skills through a hands-on community impact project
  • Gain visibility as emerging or established leaders within their organizations and the region
  • Discover meaningful pathways for community involvement and board service

Commitment & Expectations

Participation in the two-day opening retreat and the full-day closing session in May is mandatory.

Participants may have two emergency absences from monthly sessions held October through April.

Additionally, each participant must complete seven experiential activities outside of regular class sessions to graduate. These experiences—coordinated by program leaders—offer deeper insight into nonprofit and for‑profit organizations and their impact on the region. Examples include organizational tours, attending local government meetings, or volunteering.

Each class collaborates to reach consensus and deliver a community project, with 100% participation.

Participation is an investment in your leadership growth, your organization, and the future of the region—and requires commitment from both participants and their employers.

Program Tuition 

  • $2,700 – Small, community‑based Chamber Member nonprofits and self‑employed individuals
  • $3,300 – Chamber Members
  • $3,800 – Non‑Members

Tuition includes the overnight opening retreat, session day breakfast & lunch, and all resource materials for monthly sessions. Graduates receive one complimentary ticket to the graduation ceremony.

A limited number of partial scholarships are available based on financial need. Requests do not impact acceptance decisions.

 

 

 

 

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