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“THE CHAMBER LEADERSHIP PROGRAM HAS BEEN ONE OF

THE BEST EXPERIENCES OF MY LIFE. I LOVE THE PEOPLE I’VE MET AND THE UNIQUE

EXPERIENCES THAT I’VE HAD. I WILL NEVER FORGET IT!”

-Lisa M.

LEADERSHIPMEDFORD | JACKSON COUNTY

2019/2020

S P O N S O R S

ADROIT CONSTRUCTION is an integrated team of individuals providing high value construction services. Our exceptional performance throughout our 33 year history has earned us the reputation of being one of the most highly regarded general contractors in the Southern Oregon and Northern California regions, able to handle the most challenging and technical construction projects.

www.adroitbuilt.com

HIGH-QUALITY HEALTHCARE FOR EVERYONE - As the largest healthcare provider in nine counties, Asante provides comprehensive medical care to more than 580,000 people throughout southern Oregon and northern California. Our facilities include Asante Ashland Community Hospital in Ashland, Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center in Medford, Asante Three Rivers Medical Center in Grants Pass, Asante Physician Partners and additional healthcare partnerships throughout the region.

www.asante.org

LEADERSHIPMEDFORD | JACKSON COUNTY

2019/2020

PAYMENT INFORMATION

Name & Title:

Employer Name | Address: (Street , PO Box, City, State, ZIP)

Your Immediate Supervisor:

Your Email Address:

Work Phone Number:

Mobile Number:

Number of years in Rogue Valley:

REGISTRATION FORM DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: AUGUST 30, 2019

WHAT IS CHAMBER LEADERSHIP?The Leadership Medford/Jackson County program creates in its class participants, a comprehensive and objective awareness of our community in action. The program fosters commitment to our region and develops leaders to meet the demands of the future. Since its inception in 1983, more than 1000 people have graduated from this distinguished and popular program, many of which are now prominent and influential leaders in the Rogue Valley.

Many of the opportunities available to this group are exclusive to the Leadership Program and not open to the general public. This provides the participants with many unique, rare and interesting experiences.

ONE DAY EACH MONTH, EIGHT MONTHS A YEAR, YOU WILL...• Network with and develop long-term business relationships with

others in the class.

• Examine the major business sectors that contribute to the vibrancy and growth of Southern Oregon.

• Participate in finding creative and insightful solutions to community needs.

• Enhance the skills needed to become a decision maker and leader in your community.

• Discover how you and your organization can make a positive impact within your business interactions.

WHO PARTICIPATES IN THIS PROGRAM?In today’s fast-paced business environment, every employee needs to be prepared to take a leadership role whenever called upon. Emerging leaders of this community and those interested in moving their careers to the next level, find this program personally and professionally invaluable.

WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS?A key program requirement is for the group to plan and execute a community service project selected by the class participants. In addition to participating in the class project, other requirements to graduate include the following:

• Attendance at 6 of the 8 sessions

• Attend one meeting of the City Council, County Commissioner and School Board.

WHEN DOES THE CLASS MEET?The program is comprised of eight educational sessions, which begin in September and conclude in May. Participants meet the 3rd Tuesday of each month (8am-5pm) for a full day’s curriculum centered on a main topic area delivered via behind-the-scenes tours, hands-on demonstrations and interactive activities, lectures and briefings.

SEP09-24-2019

OCT10-15-2019

NOV11-19-2019

JAN01-21-2020

FEB02-18-2020

MAR03-17-2020

APR04-21-2020

MAY05-21-2020

SCHEDULELeadership Program Introduction & OrientationMeet The Chamber staff and learn how THE CHAMBER works for you. Engage in team-building exercises and build new friendship with class members.

TourismGet a sneak peek behind-the-scenes of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, experience a winery tour and tasting, see the Medford Visitors’ Center and other popular Rogue Valley tourist destinations where you will learn how the tourism industry benefits our local economy.

Non-Profit ServicesVisit local, non-profit organizations to see the vital contributions they make in our community. Experience a simulated life of poverty by walking a day in someone else’s shoes and leave forever changed.

Healthcare & Retirement ServicesGet an inside look at the latest advances in medical technology and see the vital importance of retirement services in our region.

Business & IndustryExplore and partner with local industries and operations that are key in providing employment in the Rogue Valley and recognize their global-reach.

Media & Fire SafetyGrab the chance to see the inside workings of a live TV news station, and receive coaching on how to prepare for and give a quality, live, media interview. Then heat things up with a once-in-a-lifetime experience with the Medford Fire Department using the latest equipment and technology in fire rescue.

S.W.A.T. DayA day filled with excitement and adrenaline as you work with the Medford SWAT Team with hands-on demonstrations. Go inside and see what it’s like to be locked up in the Jackson County Jail, and wrap up the day with a peek inside a forensics crime lab.

Graduation Visit the Prescott Park Ropes Challenge Course for an outdoor adventure and cap the year with a graduation ceremony and celebration to see where Leadership takes you next!

LEADERSHIPMEDFORD | JACKSON COUNTY

2019/2020

Partial scholarships available for deserving, small businesses and non-profit organizations. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:

PLEASE SPECIFY YOUR SIZE FOR A LEADERSHIP JACKET (circle one):

Mens: M L XL XXL | Womens: S M L XL

❑ BY CREDIT CARD CALLThe Chamber of Medford / Jackson County (541) 779-4847

❑ INVOICE ME

❑ PAYMENT ENCLOSED Payable to: The Chamber of Medford / Jackson County | 101 East 8th St., Medford OR 97501

Kimberly Hicks - Leadership Program Director541-621-5466 Kimberly@Medfordchamber.com

$1,200 members | $1,400 non-membersPartial scholarships available for deserving, small businesses and non-profit organizations.