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Leadership Rowlett

32 Years of Impact, Influence, & Inspiration!

32 Years of Impact, Influence, & Inspiration!

What Leadership Rowlett is All About

Do You Want To:

  • Sharpen your leadership skills and be better prepared to take on leadership roles?
  • Learn about your community and how you can be involved?
  • Make lasting friendships and have fun?

Then Leadership Rowlett Is for You!

Leadership Rowlett offers new learning opportunities in an atmosphere that stimulates participants to work together while developing personal, organizational, and community leadership skills.

The curriculum combines lectures, dialogue, and interaction. Subjects are designed to encompass leadership techniques and knowledge of the community.

Leadership Rowlett begins in September with an evening reception then the Orientation/Retreat the following day. Class sessions begin in October and end in May. Each class session is a full day spent examining specific aspects of the community such as education, government, infrastructure, etc. and all have a focus on leadership.

Leadership Rowlett exists to identify and motivate emerging community leaders. It strives to further develop participant’s leadership potential by introducing them to service opportunities in the Rowlett Area. The insight participants gain as they explore the inner workings of the community form the foundation for long-term involvement in Rowlett in a variety of leadership roles.

Leadership Rowlett helps to shape, prepare, and inspire individuals to take leadership roles within the communities in which they live and work.

The purpose of Leadership Rowlett is to:

  • Identify and motivate emerging community leaders
  • Encourage Chamber and civic leadership and involvement
  • Develop personal leadership characteristics and skills within individuals

Who Can Apply and How

Anyone living and/or working within the City of Rowlett is eligible. The make-up of each Leadership Class is carefully considered to ensure representation of a variety of professional, civic, and demographic backgrounds.

Candidates for Leadership Rowlett must have the time and desire to participate in the program. Successful completion of the program includes the following requirements:

  • Mandatory attendance at the reception, orientation and retreat.
  • Participants must not be absent for more 8 hours of class. No exceptions will be considered. Time missed will be recorded in 1-hour increments.
  • Attendance at the Reception, Orientation and Retreat, the Annual Austin Trip (February 2025) and Graduation (May 2025) are essential to the experience of Leadership Rowlett. Attendance at these is required for graduation from the program.
  • Payment in full must be received by August 23, 2024 unless other arrangements have been made.

Download and Print the Application: 2024-2025 Leadership Rowlett Application

Participants may request a partial scholarship or payment plans based on financial need. Please email us at info@rowlettchamber.com if you are interested in a scholarship.

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Testimonials

As a proud graduate of Leadership Rowlett “Class 26” (the BEST class), I have experienced firsthand the community impact, professional influence, and personal inspiration gained from this unique opportunity. Leadership Rowlett provides a look into the inner workings of our great city and encourages life-long friendships with fellow class members. Do not think about it, just do it, and know your life will be richer after this experience.

Lakisha CulpepperGarland ISD

As a previous administrator at Rowlett High School, the packed gym at pep rallies gave me a glimpse into the small town feel of this amazing city rich with tradition. Leadership Rowlett allowed me an opportunity to learn even more about the infrastructure, emergency response, transportation, and government, all while developing lasting relationships with some amazing leaders in cohort 25. I have since moved to a district role, but will forever be impacted by the unforgettable experiences and incredible folks I now call friends.

Dr. Lisa OlsenGarland ISD

I am proud of attending Leadership Rowlett in 2015. Leadership Rowlett was very insightful in teaching me about how the city functions and how I can truly be impactful in my community.

Brady IngleFarmers Insurance

Leadership Rowlett is an incredible learning experience, and I would encourage anyone who lives or works in our City to participate in the upcoming class. Be a part of this 30+ year program filled with impact, influence and inspiration.

Tammy Dana-BashianFormer Mayor of Rowlett

I consider myself fortunate to have been a graduate of Leadership Rowlett Class 25. I still see most of my classmates and the memories we made together will forever be cherished. The time I spent in Leadership Rowlett and the relationships I have developed inspire me to make a lasting positive impact in our community. To be a part of somethings as incredible as Leadership Rowlett has allowed me to be impacted in ways I could not have expected. I hope that I can pay that forward. Leadership Rowlett is an excellent opportunity to learn, teach, and influence other members of the community to participate, understand, and make a difference.

Michael GodfreyChief of Police
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