About Leadership Sturgis
Leadership Sturgis is a 6-part monthly educational series open to anyone and everyone interested in making a difference in the community. The program welcomes students from all industries and backgrounds.
Students network with each other and with community leaders, including municipal and county representatives. They also have the opportunity to meet local business owners and tour facilities within the community.
The goal of Leadership Sturgis is to cultivate a new generation of thinkers and doers in the Sturgis area each year. It empowers participants to ask critical questions and collaborate, and also to create positive change in their lives, at their places of work, and in the Sturgis community. Up to 20 students are accepted into the program each year, and a graduation ceremony is held at the Chamber’s Annual Banquet to celebrate each new generation of leaders in Sturgis.
This year's program will also introduce a special Leadership Program mixer for participants, sponsors, and community leadership.
2024-2025 Leadership Class
Program Overview
The 2024-2025 Leadership Sturgis Series takes place monthly on third Tuesdays starting October 15th and ending March 18th, 2024-2025. Participants will meet at 1:00pm and are dismissed at 5:00pm each Tuesday. This series is open to the public - anyone from any industry or background may register!
Session Topics
Each session will include a variety of speakers on topics essential to a growing leader in the community - you'll meet and learn from local established community leaders, government officials, nonprofits, and private business representatives. You will have opportunities to set personal and professional development goals, and brainstorm impactful ways to be involved and give back to the Sturgis area. 2024 Curriculum coming soon!
Program Purpose
The purpose of Leadership Sturgis is to develop a new class of leaders that will work towards positive change in our community. This is a chance to make valuable connections, meet other like-minded aspiring leaders, and learn about key components of the Sturgis community.
Graduation Information
Students will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the program - participants must attend all six sessions to graduate with a certificate.
Registration & Participant Fee
Spaces are limited, so be sure to register ASAP to secure your spot! Register online using the button below or call us at (605) 347-2556 to sign up.
Cost to participate in all 6 sessions, the mixer, and the graduation ceremony is $300 per participant. You may pay during online registration, in our office, by phone, or by invoice.
