Upland Leadership Development program is an experience designed to empower potential community leaders by educating, informing and training, which leads to an understanding of, and involvement in, the community. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about the economic, social; and political forces impacting the Upland community.

Emplowering potential Community leadersInvolvement in the program will enable graduates to be more effective participants in the civic life of the Upland community.

This will be accomplished through a series of sessions in which the participants will:

Learn about various regional, city, educational, and health organizations
Meet and discuss issues with community leaders
Learn about opportunities for authentic involvement in community and civic organizations
Network with other interested community members

During each session, decision-makers and experts on the topics addressed are invited to share their insights and views. Group discussions give participants the opportunity to express their opinions and interact with experts and each other. Upland Leadership Development is sponsored by Chamber of Commerce.

Series

Nine workshop sessions will be held beginning with a retreat. The remaining sessions will be held in the Upland area. They will begin at 5:00 p.m. with dinner and adjourn at 8:30 p.m.

Tuition

Tuition includes the Friday night welcome reception dinner and the one day retreat on Saturday, program materials, weekly dinners and graduation.  Tuition is non-refundable and must be received prior to retreat session.

2007 Workshop Sessions

Date EventTitle Details
2/8/2008 Welcome Reception & Dinner
2/9/2008 One day Retreat at Historic Mission Inn
2/13/2008 City Government/Economic Development/Redevelopment
2/27/2008 County Government
3/12/2008 City Tour/Water Treatment Facility Tour
3/26/2008 Health Care
4/9/2008 Education
4/23/2008 Volunteerism/Community&Alumni Night/Chamber
5/7/2008 Public Safety - Fire Department
5/21/2008 Public Safety - Police Department
6/5/2008 Graduation at Chamber Installation Dinner

(Dates and topic may be subject to change.)

Program Benefits

Increased community awareness
Discover how to .make a difference in your
Be better Informed about community issues
Opportunity to meet and work with successful leaders and volunteers
   
Participants
Upland Leadership Development applicants must work or reside in Upland. Required attendance at each Upland Leadership Development session ensures the continuity and quality of the learning experience for each participant. The program will be limited to 20 participants. I found the program to be a valuable tool in understanding how I can become more involved in the community, in both a city government forum and through the various committees involved in public service. Bob Cable President, Cable Airport
Curriculum

Upland Leadership Development focuses on developing and enhancing leadership skills plus providing exposure to a wide range of community issues including:

How does Redevelopment work
How does the city encourage Economic Development.
How do schools interact with the community
What are the future water issues of the community
How safe is Upland
What opportunities are available for volunteers

Mission Satement

The Upland Chamber of Commerce's strong belief in enhancing the community has let it to offer a program that will
"empower potential community leaders by educating, informing and training Which leads to an understanding of, and involvement in, the community."

Goals

To provide information regarding city operations and community
To provide familiarization of city and business facilities and locations
To provide network opportunities
To provide business opportunities
To provide opportunities for future community business involvement
To provide an opportunity to learn and interact in a fun and exciting environment