Leadership Wilson provides a unique learning and community-based leadership program designed to build skills networking opportunities that support the development of emerging leaders through a series of seminars, workshops and other local projects. The programs seek individuals who want to improve their community, and give voice to traditionally under-represented community members.

The primary goal of Leadership Wilson and the curriculum we have developed is to create the desire and to inspire new leaders while also creating NEW leadership opportunities. Our program encourages the development of confident individuals who represent their community. The wide range of participants ensures representation from all segments of our diverse community and brings individuals together that may not have experienced the opportunity in their normal business or community programs.

Participants benefit from Leadership Wilson through personal transformation, increased self-awareness, and greater confidence. Each class helps to develop collaboration and broader leadership and servant skills.

The broad scope of Leadership Wilson also helps participants learn new ways to foster healthy communities and organizations, and increases awareness of challenges faced by our community.

Businesses also benefit from sending employees through Leadership Wilson because employees can learn how to function in new environment and they are exposed to new and different perspectives and backgrounds.  Also, appealing to personal values through civic engagement is a proven strategy for attracting and retaining top talent.

"Community-focused leadership development programs are the foundation for building the capacity of individuals, communities and institutions to solve their own problems."
- The Kellogg Foundation