For Established Leaders and Those on the Rise
Leadership Mason County is a six-month program designed with professional growth in mind. Engaging sessions equip local professionals with the tools they need to identify dynamics/systems of the local community while developing individual leadership skills.
If you are a professional with a passion for growing your career and becoming actively engaged in the community, watch for information on our next cohort to come.
The application period for 2026 is now closed.
2026 SCHEDULE:
Opening Dinner -Â January 12, 2026
Session 1 - January 13, 2026
Session 2 - February 10, 2026
Session 3 - March 10, 2026
Session 4 - April 14, 2026
Session 5 - May 12, 2026
Session 6 - June 9, 2026
Graduation Dinner - June 9, 2026
A key program component involves giving back through hands-on projects that support the community. In 2025, the cohort of 17 individuals collaborated to assist Lakeshore Food Club, Lakeshore Children’s Advocacy Center, and the Oaktree Academy playground. In 2026, another group of 17 participants will be seeking an impactful project.
Local nonprofits are invited to engage with this cohort of professionals by submitting project proposals for the 2026 Leadership Mason County community impact initiative. Eligible projects should be able to be completed in one afternoon, allowing participants to make a tangible difference in just a few hours. Organizations with a project that could benefit from this dedicated group may apply below by November 30.
