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“empowering individuals to assume effective leadership roles in their communities, developing a collective resource and problem solving network to address community needs, today, and in the future”
The Leadership Challenge
One measure of a community’s greatness is the voluntary contribution made by its leaders. The future of our community is closely tied to the quality and commitment of our next generation of leaders. Leadership Fremont, a nine-month program initiated by the Fremont Chamber of Commerce, each year increases a base of informed and capable leaders who are committed to using their talents to meet the needs of our community.
The Program
A diverse group of individuals from all sectors of our community assemble monthly to increase their understanding of the complex issues facing the region and how various governing bodies interact and affect solutions, and also, to build their personal leadership skills. The course of study is presented in an opening retreat and a series of eight subsequent daylong sessions held from September through May. To provide practical application of relevant skills and information covered during the sessions, the class is responsible for the successful implementation of a community project. Some projects include building a playground for a transitional housing apartment complex and white washing the Mission Adobe in Niles.
Tuition for Leadership Fremont is $1,200.00. Chamber members receive a $200 discount on tuition. Non-member rate provides participant a one-year individual or small business membership in the Fremont Chamber of Commerce. If accepted into the LEADERSHIP FREMONT program, you or your employer/sponsor will be billed for the tuition fee (which covers all program costs, including facilities and meals at the orientation and during each day-long session). Full tuition must be received by the first session, unless other arrangements are made.
Participation in Leadership Fremont
You are encouraged to apply for acceptance into the Leadership Fremont program if:
- You have a commitment to your personal leadership development;
- You have a strong interest in and commitment to your community;
- You anticipate an active role in business and community activities;
- You currently hold positions of leadership in your work or volunteer organizations;
- You will make a commitment to attend all sessions of the program (see Attendance);
- You have the full endorsement and support of your sponsoring organization or employer.
How to Apply
Applications and additional information can be obtained by calling the Fremont Chamber of Commerce, 510-795-2244 or emailing Cindy Bonior at cbonior@fremontbusiness.com
Tuition, Financial Assistance, Attendance
Tuition for Leadership Fremont is $1,200.00. If accepted into the program, you or your employer/sponsor will be billed for the tuition, which must be received by the first session unless other arrangements are made. Tuition covers all program costs including facilities and meals at each session. Chamber members accepted into the program receive a $200 discount on tuition. Non-member rate provides the participant a special one-year individual or small business membership in the Fremont Chamber of Commerce. A limited number of partial scholarships may be available and applicants who need financial assistance are encouraged to seek sponsorship, often available through local service clubs or other providers. Note: Participants who do not attend at least seven of the nine sessions will be unable to receive a certificate of graduation. Tuition is non-refundable.
The Fremont Chamber of Commerce
39488 Stevenson Place, Suite 100,
Fremont, California 94539
www.fremontbusiness.com ::
fmtcc@fremontbusiness.com
510/795.2244 :: fax 510/795.2240
More about Leadership Fremont
Leadership Fremont teaches:
• Personal Leadership Skill Development
• Goal Setting
• Mission, Vision, Values
• Group Dynamics
• Team Building
• Communication & Presentation Skills
• Consensus Building
• Conflict Resolution
• Negotiation
• Problem Solving
• Decision Making
• Motivation
• Delegation
Past Leadership Fremont Projects
2011
Children's Natural History Museum - Assisted in raising funds to build a new outdoor eating area for the museum.
2010
CALICO House Remodeled an interview room and purchased updated video games and televisions for the CALICO House, a safe and comfortable environment for interviewing children who have suffered abuse.
2009
FCC Dollars for Scholars Created campaign to raise awareness of the FCC Dollars for Scholars program as well as conducted fundraising campaign to increase the available scholarship fund.
2008
DateSafe In partnership with SAVE, produced a DVD to educate teens to recognize violent relationships and resources available for help. The DVD has been distributed to Fremont schools and youth groups.
2007
Guns N Hoses Fundraiser for Tri-City Special Olympics.
2006
ElderSafe Produced informational video for general public to recognize signs of elder abuse, neglect or danger.
2005
Cut Abuse Fundraiser to raise seed money that would provide printed materials to hair and nail salons to those suspected of being abused.
2004
Senior Moments Video Produced a video targeted to businesses to help increase volunteerism to the senior community.
2003
Music is Instrumental Did a musical instrument drive to increase the number instruments available to children in the Fremont Unified School District.
2002
White Washed adobe in Niles White-washed the Mission-Adobe house in Niles.
2001
Refurbished the Seneca house Refurbished and provided computers to an at-risk facility.
2000
Christmas in April Repaired Viola Blythes home.
1999
Christmas in April Built a playground for a transitional housing facility.
1998
Established Christmas in April and refurbished a home.
1997
Assisted the City of Fremont in becoming and All America City.