Location

North Island Center, 8 E. Galena Blvd.
Aurora, IL

Various business locations in and around Aurora and North Aurora.

 

LEADERSHIP ACADEMY IS BACK!
The Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce Leadership Academy is offered to representatives of member businesses and organizations and is designed to prepare a select group of qualified candidates for future leadership roles in the Aurora area.

This year's program will focus on the unique strengths of our community, including the unique positioning and potential of the Aurora region, and will highlight discussions on community and economic development, local government and cultural diversity, as well as civil and social services.

This 2022 Leadership Academy will be facilitated by Dr. William A. "Bill" Marzano, retired higher education administrator with Waubonsee Community College. 

LEADERSHIP ACADEMY LINEUP
Thirty hours of class time, over the course of 10 sessions plus an orientation/kick off and a graduation luncheon, Leadership Academy will focus on personal and professional development of the participants through a personality inventory identification and leadership development.​               

• Friday, August 26 - Orientation & Academy Kick Off
• Friday, Sept 9 - Session 1 (Knowledge Access & Leadership Development)
• Friday, Sept 16 - Session 2 (Community Sustainability)
• Friday, Sept 23 - Session 3 (Cultural Diversity in Our Community)
• Friday, Sept 30 - Session 4 (Healthcare)
• Friday, Oct 7 - Session 5 (Social Services)
• Friday, Oct 14 - Session 6 (Local Government)
• Friday, Oct 21 - Session 7 (Logistics & Workforce Development)
• Friday, Oct 28 - Session 8 (Civil Service)
• Friday, Nov 4 - Session 9 (Business & Innovation)
• Thursday, Nov 10 - Session 10 (Entertainment & Recreation)
• Friday, Nov 18 - Leadership Academy Graduation 

HISTORY
Established in 1979, the Aurora Chamber's Leadership Academy has a rich history of providing confidence, knowledge, professionalism, and strong leadership skills that not only benefit the attendee, but also their employers. The goal is simple: to create a development opportunity for participants to serve and enhance themselves, their employers, and the community.
 
Over the past 42 years, more than 800+ community leaders have participated in the program. Many have gone on to lead local businesses and organizations. Some have gone on to public office. All have left their mark on the community.