“Embedded within the Leadership Springfield program is a sense of community involvement. Whether it is participation in the United Way allocations process or serving on a Chamber of Commerce committee, many of the volunteers will have graduated from the Leadership Springfield program.”
- Cliff Davis, vice president for Institutional Development, Ozarks Technical Community College, Class V
About us
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Leadership Springfield is committed to developing competent and skilled leadership for our community. The nonprofit organization provides an educational program to identify leaders and familiarize them with community opportunities, needs, problems and resources. In spring 2010, Leadership Springfield will graduate its 25th class – bringing the number to 730 graduates who continue to lead and serve their community.
Leadership Springfield is an affiliate organization of the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce, www.springfieldchamber.com.
Our Mission
Leadership Springfield creates positive change in the Springfield area by inspiring, developing and connecting leaders dedicated to serving the community. Leadership Springfield provides three programs that strengthen leadership skills, broaden understanding of local issues, connect participants with others in the community and help them build mentoring relationships with business leaders. The professional program is in its 25th year with more than 700 graduates. Leadership Academy for high school students is in its 20th year, and the newest program for area educators, LIFT, graduated its first class in spring 2006.