Leadership Adirondack 

It begins with an overnight Leadership Retreat, lakeside, at the historic Fort William Henry Resort.

It concludes with a graduation where participants are celebrated for the difference they’ve made and will make for years to come in our community. In between, participants will get an insiders look into our community;

it’s economy, history, educational system, and human service needs.

History                                                                                                                                              Since graduating from their Leadership Adirondack Class, several LAdk members have been elected to public offices, school boards and serve as volunteer leaders of state and regional non-profits. Many graduates have been appointed to the most senior positions in their corporations and/or organizations and to numerous commissions and boards of directors. Their voices are among the most influential in our region. LAdk is now in its 18^th year, graduating well over 250 community minded leaders since 1991. Approximately 90% of the graduates have remained in the region, while others are enjoying leadership positions in communities all over the country.

Selection Criteria                                                                                                                                                       There is no more effective or prestigious organization in this region than Leadership Adirondack. Participation is open to persons in leadership positions who have initiated change and achieved results in their career and community roles. Dedication to the community in the form of significant volunteer service is essential. Individuals must be willing to devote the time necessary to be a full participant in the LAdk Class Experience. A maximum of 20 individuals will be selected to participate in the year 2009 Class.  

Tuition                                                                                                                                                                           Upon acceptance into the Class of 2008-09, to reserve his/her position in the class, each participant must be a member or employee of a member of the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce. The Class of 2009 tuition is $950 per person. Additional program costs and scholarship assistance are underwritten through sponsorships and donations from Leadership Adirondack members and friends of the organization. Tuition is usually paid by the participant’s financial sponsor (an employer or sponsoring organization) or by the participant himself/herself. Candidates are expected to secure their own financial sponsors. Full payment must be received with application by August 15th, 2008.

Scholarship Assistance                                                                                                                       Scholarship assistance is available to candidates with demonstrated need. To be considered for assistance, candidates must submit a written statement of reason.

Application                                                                                                                                                                          Please click here to print the Class of 2009 application. Contact Todd Shimkus at ARCC, 798-1761, for more information.

Go to this link to get a taste of the class of 2008 LAdk session held at WNYT News Channel 13 http://youtube.com/watch?v=9b6Qx_TmpWM                                                                                                               

Class of 2008-09 Program Schedule:

Sessions run from 9:00 am to 3:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted.