Leadership Tallahassee Class 44 Application

LEADERSHIP TALLAHASSEE CLASS 44 FACT SHEET

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WHO WE ARE

Leadership Tallahassee (LT) is a program of the Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce. LT cultivates a diverse network of emerging and experienced leaders committed to improving the community. With the support of LT graduates and the community, LT has conducted leadership programs since 1983 and has over 2,000 graduates.
BENEFITS
- Interact with leaders from the various sectors of our community (private business, government, non-profit)
- Learn from “unlike” minded people to build strong relationships
- Develop an awareness/participate in discussions on challenges and opportunities in the community by examining major relevant business, government, and social issues
- Enhance understanding of your personal leadership style to grow into higher-level roles both in the workplace and the community; becoming more engaged in delivering solutions
- Deepen your company’s profile with community, business and government leaders through visibility and commitment to community success
CURRICULUM

The program begins with orientation in May, followed by a retreat in August, continues with monthly sessions and a closing retreat in April. The sessions present activities and hands-on experiences related to leadership topics, such as: economic development, the arts, healthcare, human services, the environment, education, law enforcement and justice.
2026-2027 CLASS SCHEDULE

Orientation: Tuesday, June 23, 2026, 3:00–6:00pm

Opening Retreat: Friday & Saturday, July 31 & August 1, 2026

Program Day: Thursday, September 3, 2026

Program Day: Thursday, October 8, 2026

Program Day: Thursday, November 5, 2026

Program Day: Thursday, December 3, 2026

Program Day: Thursday, January 7, 2027

Program Day: Thursday, February 4, 2027

Program Day: Thursday, March 4, 2027

Program Day: Thursday, April 1, 2027

Closing Retreat: Friday, April 29, 2027

Class Graduation: Thursday, May 6, 2027

(All program days are 8:30 am – 5:00 pm)
TIME COMMITMENT

After Orientation, participants spend approximately 125 hours in the program from August to May. Attendance for the full duration of the overnight Opening Retreat (Friday, July 31 & Saturday, August 1), including bus ride to/from location, is mandatory. Participants attend monthly program days, participate in a community arts experience/event, volunteer for one LT or LT partner program/event (specifics to be shared later), attend a school board, city or county commission meeting, and participate in a class project.
TUITION - SCHOLARSHIPS - PAYMENT PLANS
- Tuition for Leadership Tallahassee is $3,500, or $3,250 for Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce members. Cash, check, or credit card accepted. Tuition payment plans are available.
- Partial scholarships are offered and those requests are encouraged. The LT Board is committed to providing scholarship assistance. Requests are submitted with the LT Class application, but are not factored into the selection decision for admission.
- Tuition is due July 31, 2026, unless participant receives scholarship assistance and/or is approved for a payment plan.
- Alumni dues of $150 are presented by each new graduate at the Class Graduation on May 2027.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICATION COMPLETION & SUBMISSION

Please follow these instructions carefully. Your application materials are the only items given consideration by the Selection Committee.
- Complete each section thoroughly.
- Pay $50 non-refundable application fee. To make credit card payments, use the PayPal portal at the end of this application or contact ephilpot@talchamber.com. Checks should be payable to Leadership Tallahassee and mailed to: Leadership Tallahassee, PO Box 1639, Tallahassee, FL 32302.
- All applicants will be notified June 2026.
- All questions/responses are taken into consideration in evaluating each individual application submitted for the Leadership Tallahassee Class program.
- All applications materials, including letters of recommendation, should be submitted by 11:59pm EST on Thursday, April 9, 2026.
SELECTION CRITERIA

Leadership Tallahassee seeks those candidates who:
- Demonstrate leadership attributes through career achievement or participation in community activities
- Represent a cross-section from businesses, government, and non-profit organizations
- Reside in Tallahassee or the surrounding region
- Identify and analyze challenges considering various perspectives, then provide solutions
- Share personal/professional resources/expertise
- Value continuous learning and personal professional development
Join us for the

LT 44 Program Preview Party

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

from 5:30 to 7:00 PM at

Hayward House Bistro

(228 S. Adams Street)

Meet and greet Leadership Tallahassee alumni at this free event and learn more about Leadership Tallahassee.
You may save and return to the application at any point/time by selecting the "Save" button at the bottom of each page. This will require you to create an account.

Alternatively, you can CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD A TEMPLATE OF THIS APLICATION that can be used to work on your responses offline. Applications will only be accepted via this online portal.

LEADERSHIP TALLAHASSEE CLASS 44

Confidential Application Due by APRIL 9, 2026
I. PERSONAL INFORMATION
First Name:*
Middle Initial:
Last Name:*
Preferred Name/Nickname:
Date of Birth:*

MonthDayYear
Gender:*
Race:*
Ethnicity:*
Length of residence in Tallahassee:
Home Address:*

Mailing Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Zip Code
Mobile Phone:*
Email:*
Please share any personal interests or hobbies:

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Spouse/Significant Other:
Children/Pets:
Social Handles:
II. PROFESSIONAL INFORMATION
Employer:
Type of Business/Industry:
Title/Position:
What are your main professional responsibilities/job duties?

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Employment Start Date:

MonthDayYear
Date
Business Mailing Information

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Please Upload a copy of your current Resume*

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III. SHORT RESPONSE

Leadership Tallahassee seeks to understand your leadership journey, both professional and personal. Your responses allow us to understand not just what you have accomplished, but how you engage with opportunities to create meaningful change.
YOUR THOUGHTS: What life experience and perspectives do you bring to the class that would make you a unique participant?
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YOUR THOUGHTS: If Tallahassee/Leon County consolidated their government and law enforcement, what would the outcome be? Would you support it? Why, or why not?
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Tell us about a recent professional achievement of which you are most proud. What is the challenge, what was the outcome, and what specific role did you play in the achievement?
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COMMUNITY PERSPECTIVE: Where do you feel most connected to the community beyond your immediate role or organization? Why?
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CURRENT LEADERSHIP PATH: Please choose just one of the two prompts below and respond.
1. What is the hardest leadership decision you have had to make? What did you learn from the experience?
2. What is your proudest leadership moment/accomplishment? And what does that communicate about your personal values and principles?
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IV. REFERENCES

Each application requires two references/recommendations. One may be submitted in the form of a Nomination Letter. The other, should be an individual who is willing to be contacted by a member of our selection committee and can speak to your personal and professional experiences.
A) Who is your biggest champion that can tell us why you would be great for Leadership Tallahassee?

Share the contact information and description of relationship for someone who is willing to champion/support your application.

NOTE: this should not be a close family member, spouse, or the individual who wrote your Nomination Letter below.
Name*
Please describe this person's relationship to you:
Email*
example@example.com
Phone*
B) Upload a Nomination Letter written by someone other than the champion you list above.
.pdf is prefered format. Microsoft Word (.doc) is also allowed. *

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V. PARTICIPANT COMMITMENT
I understand the requirements of the LEADERSHIP TALLAHASSEE CLASS 44 as outlined in the Fact Sheet and, if I am selected, I will devote the time and resources necessary to complete the class program and become an active member of the alumni group after graduation.

I understand missing any portion of the Opening Retreat (July 31-August 1, 2026) will result in my removal from the program. I acknowledge that if I miss two program day sessions, the Leadership Tallahassee Board of Governors will review my attendance and I may be asked to withdraw from the program and no portion of the tuition shall be refunded.

I understand the above commitments and agree to be bound by them in signing this application.
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Date*

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VI. TUITION - SCHOLARSHIPS - PAYMENT PLANS

If accepted into Leadership Tallahassee Class 44, it is your responsibility to plan for tuition payment. You will be invoiced for the tuition fee ($3,500; $3,250 for Chamber members). This covers all program costs and is non-refundable.
Tuition will be paid by: (Check one)*

EmployerParticipantOther
Will you need a payment plan?*

YESNO
Will you need a scholarship to participate in the program? (Please note that the answer to this question carries no influence on your selection to the program)*

YESNO

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

(COMPLETE THIS SECTION ONLY IF YOU ARE REQUESTING FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE.)
The LT Board of Governors encourages scholarship requests. Every effort is made to grant at least a partial scholarship award. Requests must be made on the scholarship application form and submitted with the LT application. A payment plan for tuition may be arranged (for up to 10 months) for the balance due.
Name:*
Company:*
Position:*
Will lack of a scholarship prevent you from participating in the class program?*

YESNO
Amount Requested:*
Will any portion of the participant’s fee be paid by your employer?*

YESNO
In a brief statement below, please state why you should be awarded scholarship assistance:*

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NOTE: This information will not be used during selection for the class program.

REVIEW AND SUBMIT

Please take a moment to review your answers before clicking "SUBMIT" below. We encourage you to keep a copy of your submission entries for your records.
Decisions for Leadership Tallahassee Class 44 will be released in June 2026.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:

Barbara Boone, Executive Director

bboone@talchamber.com

850.443.5053
APPLICATION FEE

A $50 one-time fee is required with your application. This fee is non-refundable.
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LEADERSHIP TALLAHASSEE CLASS 44

I. PERSONAL INFORMATION

II. PROFESSIONAL INFORMATION

III. SHORT RESPONSE

IV. REFERENCES

V. PARTICIPANT COMMITMENT

VI. TUITION - SCHOLARSHIPS - PAYMENT PLANS

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

REVIEW AND SUBMIT

APPLICATION FEE