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Leadership SWFL will give you a strong understanding of how organizations in Lee, Collier and Charlotte Counties operate and help you build a network of professionals across many different industries.


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About Leadership SWFL

Leadership SWFL is a community immersion program dedicated to providing business professionals with a deeper understanding of the community and creating a cohort of individuals ready to serve as effective leaders in the region.

The primary objective of Leadership SWFL is to educate business professionals about the economic, demographic and societal resources and challenges in the region.

This 8-month program fosters transformation among community champions with full day exclusive experiences. Hands-on opportunities offered through this immersive experience, challenges participants to delve into crucial components spanning Southwest Florida and explore diverse perspectives.

Key Dates & Pricing


Application Deadline
To be considered for this program, applications are due March 21, 2025.

Pricing
Tuition for Leadership SWFL is $2,400.

Schedule
The program begins on May 8, 2025 and concludes on December 5, 2025.

“The program does such a great job at bringing in business professionals with diverse backgrounds and careers and it creates an exciting environment to be able to learn and grow. I have gained a network of 30+ bright and kind individuals, who have all left their marks on me. We had the opportunity to dive into some of the challenges facing our region and met some incredible people along the way. I would highly recommend this program to anyone looking to not only expand their network, but their leadership qualities and minds as well.”

Emily Demurias, BriersCPA
Leadership SWFL Class of 2022

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Benefits of Leadership SWFL


  • Develop life-long friendships and enduring professional connections
  • Heighten awareness of fundamental challenges and opportunities in SWFL
  • Emerge eager to pursue solutions and actively engage in the community
  • Graduate a more impactful and intentional leader in the region
  • Explore rare insights and fresh perspectives among a circle of impactful leaders
 

Who is Leadership SWFL for?


  • Individuals striving to further their understanding of the region to, in return, flourish into stronger leaders
  • Business professionals across a range of industries comprise our diverse class
  • Individuals ready to serve on boards and in other leadership roles in the region
  • New managers and leaders of teams
  • New to Southwest Florida area
 

Time Commitment & Schedule


The 8-month program spans from May to December and consists of a mandatory overnight class retreat and 9 full-day sessions.

Attending program sessions is essential to achieve the program’s full value. To graduate from this program, participants must attend the overnight retreat and a minimum of 7 full sessions. Participants who have more than 2 absences will be dropped from the class.


Leadership SWFL Retreat

  • Thursday – Friday, May 8 – 9, 2025
  • Includes mandatory overnight stay

Proposed Class Sessions (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.)

  • Friday, May 23: Session One
  • Friday, June 6: Session Two
  • Friday, June 27: Session Three
  • Friday, July 18: Session Four
  • Friday, August 22: Session Five
  • Friday, September 19: Session Six
  • Friday, October 24: Session Seven
  • Friday, November 7: Session Eight
  • Friday, December 5: Session Nine

* Please note dates and programs are subject to change.

* Programs are all-day sessions unless otherwise noted.

 

Application Process


  • Leadership SWFL will accept 40 participants into the class of 2025
  • Complete the online application in its entirety by March 21 to be considered for this program
  • Applications will be reviewed, and acceptance results will be given at the end of each month
 

Tuition


  • Tuition for Leadership SWFL is $2,400
  • Applications are due on March 21, 2025
  • Tuition is non-refundable
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