"For me, the program threw gasoline on a candle." "The idea of running for office has been like skydiving without a parachute. Now, I have a chute ."
"I always thought I had something valuable to offer in the public servant role, but dreaded the process. Now, I'm inspired."
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| Ever thought you could make a difference as a future public leader? Prepare here first without cost to you.
We're a non-partisan public-leadership development program that asks participants to explore the possibility of public leadership (without requiring a commitment to run for office) and in the process learn about about candidacy, leadership and public policy, while networking with leaders.
Limited time commitment...The 2012 class will meet for a two-day "boot camp" May 18/19, monthly gatherings (usually over lunch) and networking opportunities.
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Prepare to lead at no cost to you
The Political Leadership Institute is a non-partisan educational program that encourages professionals to explore future public leadership and then equips them in advance with the knowledge to campaign for public office, understand critical issues and serve the public with excellence.
The PLI features a Leadership School on May 18/19 at the Davis College of Business, Jacksonville University with prominent experts who teach on candidacy, leadership and public policy.
Beyond the school, monthly briefings - usually between noon - 1:30 - voluntary workshops and networking keep participants engaged throughout the year.
The Jacksonville Regional Political Leadership Institute is a program of the Jacksonville Regional Chamber of Commerce. Learn more.
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March 2
Application deadline
Fee waived
Mid-April
Class announced
Mid-May
Welcoming reception for
2012 class
and Graduation of
2011 class
Details TBA
May 18/19
First 2012 class gathering
Leaders School
Davis College of Business
Jacksonville University
Featuring experts in candidacy, leadership, public policy
Monthly gatherings
usually from noon-1:30
with all members
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- No cost
- Non-partisan
- Limited time commitment
- Leaders School May 18/19 at the Davis College of Business, Jacksonville University followed by monthly gatherings usually from noon - 1:30;
- No commitment required to seek public leadership
- Learn from experts about public policy, leadership and candidacy
- Explore public leadership opportunities besides elected office
- Network with leaders
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"This dynamic leadership program is having a tremendous impact on the region as it prepares our future public leaders to serve with distinction."
Michael R. Hightower
Chair, JRPLI Exec. Bd.
"The goal is to encourage energetic and inspiring members of the business community to become outstanding public leaders who are prepared to address our community's most pressing public-policy challenges."
Preston H. Haskell
Inaugural Chair
JRPLI Exec. Bd., 2009/2010
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What class members are saying...
"I always believed I had something valuable to offer in the public-servant role, but dreaded the process. I came away comfortable and inspired. Thank you."
"I expected a program that would focus on technique. Instead, I learned the keys to being an effective leader."
"A necessity for anyone considering running for public office."
The program "broadened my horizons."
"One of the most rewarding experiences of my life."
Learn more.
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