Leadership Fort Collins, a program of the Fort Collins Area Chamber of Commerce, was established in 1983 to inform participants about the history, government, economy, social issues, needs and opportunities in Fort Collins while achieving the goal of educating and motivating leaders who are committed to shaping the future of our community.

The program is designed to:

• Broaden participant knowledge of the community while enhancing leadership skills
• Encourage contribution to the betterment of the Fort Collins community
• Increase the strength and effectiveness of community leaders
• Equip participants to respond to current and future challenges of the community
• Provide opportunities for direct contact with influential people, businesses and organizations

Thirty current and emerging leaders from throughout the Fort Collins area are elected to participate in the program each year.

Participants come together on the second Thursday of the month for a day-long session to learn more about Growth, Environment, and Community Planning; Local Government; Public Safety and Community Assistance; Economic Development and Small Business Assistance; Health Care; History, Diversity, and Community Betterment; Education and Life-Long Learning; and Teambuilding and Leadership Development.

The tuition for the eight-month program is $500 and includes all meals, session materials and graduation recognition.

For a current application, contact Ann Hutchison at ahutchison@fcchamber.org or (970) 482-3746.