Tuition and Registration Information:
Tuition is $2,500 and covers all sessions, materials, and meals. Tuition for non-profit organizations and small businesses with 20 employees or less is $2,000.
Applicants will be required to complete a candidate profile and their employer a candidate nomination form – see links at the top of this page to apply.
Acceptance into the program will be determined once all are reviewed. Enrollment is limited. Deadline to apply: Friday, December 1
For questions regarding the Executive Leadership Program, call Laura Doe, Director of Programming and Development at 845.454.1700 x 1025 or email laura@chamberfdn.org.
Scholarship:
A limited amount of scholarships based on financial need are available. Please contact the Foundation office at 845.454.1700 ext. 1025 or email laura@chamberfdn.org.
In addition, Leadership Dutchess candidates may apply for the Charles S. North Leadership Advancement Scholarship.
Charles S. North Leadership Advancement Scholarship
In recognition of the outstanding leadership of Dutchess County Regional Chamber Commerce Past President and CEO Charles S. North, a scholarship was established in 2014 upon his retirement.
Awarded to any individual living or working in Dutchess County, the Charles S. North Leadership Advancement Scholarship signifies Mr. North’s commitment to inspiring and mentoring leaders across the region.
To apply, fill out the Leadership Dutchess Application and check the box for “Charles S. North Leadership Advancement Scholarship”. To qualify you must meet the following criteria:
- Live or work in Dutchess County or for a member of the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce.
- Attach a 500 word essay expressing how the program will help you advance your professional career. Incorporate your sentiments on what defines a great leader. In your essay, articulate in 100 additional words the financial need for the scholarship.
- Applicant's employer must be a member of the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce.
- You must establish a financial need and desire to participate in the program.
Full and/or partial scholarships will be awarded.