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Leadership Coeur d'Alene Program

COEUR DALENE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

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Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Leadership Coeur d'Alene Program

Overview: A year-long leadership development program delivered by the Coeur d'Alene Regional Chamber that provides exclusive access to community leaders from diverse key industries and an in-depth immersion into North Idaho's industry, community, and culture.

Geographic Scope: Coeur d'Alene region, North Idaho (US)

Program Details:

  • Duration: Year-long program with multiple class sessions throughout the year

  • Format: Interactive program combining presentations, tours, exercises, and case studies

  • Class Size: Limited cohort sizes to enable meaningful engagement

  • Curriculum Structure: Each year's sessions are planned by the previous year's class, ensuring continuous improvement and relevance

    • Focus Areas:

  • Industry-specific insights and historical context

  • Current challenges and strategic directions within various sectors

  • Leadership philosophies, tips, and best practices

  • Community and culture immersion

  • Real-world scenario case studies

    • Industries Covered:

  • Tourism and recreation (e.g., Lookout Pass)

  • Healthcare

  • Business management and HR

  • Technology

  • Finance/credit unions

  • Construction

  • Other key North Idaho industries

    • Program Features:

  • Best-of-the-Best Sessions: End-of-day feedback and planning sessions where participants share insights used to shape the following year's curriculum

  • Growth Mindset: Program designed to improve annually based on participant feedback

  • Community Leaders: Direct access to C-suite executives and industry leaders

  • Networking: Opportunities to build relationships with other emerging and established leaders

    • Eligibility:

  • Community members interested in leadership development

  • Exceptional employees seeking to develop leadership skills

  • Individuals wanting to increase community engagement

    • Background:

  • Founded by Sandy Emerson with a growth mindset philosophy

  • Program has evolved to include leadership development workshops and expert speaker events

  • Participants often go on to create community initiatives (e.g., Leadership Classic Golf Tournament benefitting CDAIDE, developed by 2020-2021 class)

  • 2024 class application posted in October 2023

    • Contact:

  • Phone: +1 208-664-3194

  • Email: connect@cdachamber.com

  • Address: 105 North 1st Street, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814

    • How to Apply

    How to Apply

    1. Application Window: Applications are posted in October for the following year's class

    2. Access Application: Visit the Chamber website (cdachamber.com) for the online application form

    3. Submit Application: Complete and submit the class application

    4. Selection Process: Applications are reviewed; selected participants are notified

    5. Program Start: Class begins and meets throughout the year

    Application Timeline (based on 2024 class):

  • Applications posted: October

  • Selection and notification: Following months

  • Program start: January (following year)

    • Key Information:

  • Interested individuals should keep an eye out for the annual application posting

  • Those with exceptional employees are encouraged to nominate them for the program

  • Previous participants often volunteer to mentor or lead sessions for subsequent classes

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