What is GOLD? Greater Ozarks Leadership Development (GOLD) is a regional leadership development program designed for public, private, nonprofit, and civic community leaders in southwest Missouri. It is becoming increasingly important for community leaders to look beyond the boundaries of their individual home towns to the region as a whole. Effective leadership for the 21 st century demands a regional understanding of, and approach to, issues. Based on the principal that the quality of life and future growth of our region depends on our ability to find common ground and work together, GOLD will: Develop personal and professional friendships with fellow GOLD class members and with GOLD alumni. Expand your network of regional contacts as we explore southwest Missouri. Further develop your understanding of community development best-practices. Enhance your leadership skills. Profile southwest Missouri and introduce you to local leaders as we explore a different regional community each month. Provide a forum for discussion of important regional issues like workforce development, education, economic development, transportation, funding, etc. Explore Jefferson City during a day trip to capitol visit in March. Tuition & Dates for Class XI, 2017 – 2018 Tuition for GOLD is $795. Each GOLD class meets nine times over the course of the academic year - once a month from October through June. Class XI dates are: Oct 4, Nov 1, Dec 6, Jan 10, Feb 7, March 7 (Capitol Visit; official date set once legislative break is scheduled), April 4, May 2, June 7 (Banquet/Graduation Dinner). Our Vision To foster civic leadership capacity in southwest Missouri. Our Mission To develop a network of communication, cooperation and community building know-how across the private, public and nonprofit sectors to foster civic engagement, regional awareness, community development, and economic growth in southwest Missouri. Contact/Application Information For more information, or an application, please visit our web site http://noncredit.missouristate.edu/gold.htm or contact Program Coordinator Robert Stephens at [email protected]. You may also call Registration Services at (417) 836-6660 or (877) 678-2005 toll free.
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What is GOLD? Greater Ozarks Leadership Development (GOLD) is a regional leadership development program designed for public, private, nonprofit, and civic community leaders in southwest Missouri. It is becoming increasingly important for community leaders to look beyond the boundaries of their individual home towns to the region as a whole. Effective leadership for the 21st century demands a regional understanding of, and approach to, issues.
Based on the principal that the quality of life and future growth of our region depends on our ability to find common ground and work together, GOLD will:
Develop personal and professional friendships with fellow GOLD class members andwith GOLD alumni.
Expand your network of regional contacts as we explore southwest Missouri.
Further develop your understanding of community development best-practices.
Enhance your leadership skills.
Profile southwest Missouri and introduce you to local leaders as we explore a differentregional community each month.
Provide a forum for discussion of important regional issues like workforce development,education, economic development, transportation, funding, etc.
Explore Jefferson City during a day trip to capitol visit in March.
Tuition & Dates for Class XI, 2017 – 2018Tuition for GOLD is $795. Each GOLD class meets nine times over the course of the academic year - once a month from October through June. Class XI dates are: Oct 4, Nov 1, Dec 6, Jan 10, Feb 7, March 7 (Capitol Visit; official date set once legislative break is scheduled), April 4, May 2, June 7 (Banquet/Graduation Dinner).
Our Vision To foster civic leadership capacity in southwest Missouri.
Our Mission To develop a network of communication, cooperation and community building know-how across the private, public and nonprofit sectors to foster civic engagement, regional awareness, community development, and economic growth in southwest Missouri.
Contact/Application Information For more information, or an application, please visit our web site http://noncredit.missouristate.edu/gold.htm or contact Program Coordinator Robert Stephens at [email protected]. You may also call Registration Services at (417) 836-6660 or(877) 678-2005 toll free.
Please be certain that your supervisor/employer approves of your participation in Greater Ozarks Leadership Development.
SESSION DATES FOR 2017 – 2018 CLASS
Classes will meet monthly, on the 1st Wednesday of the month, at locations throughout the region, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Class XI dates are: Oct 4, Nov 1, Dec 6, Jan 10, Feb 7, March 7(Capitol Visit; official date set once legislative break is scheduled), April 4, May 2, June 7 (Banquet/
Graduation Dinner). Session days will cover topics such as Economic Development, Funding Resources, Education, Workforce Development, Infrastructure, Quality of Life, Leadership Skills, and Communications.
REQUIREMENTS
A. Tuition
Tuition is $795 which includes lodging for the overnight session in Jefferson City plus all session meals and class materials. If cost is an issue but you want to participate, please contact the program coordinator about scholarships. Application is due September 20, 2017.
B. Attendance
You will be expected to attend every session. However, if unavoidable, you will be allowed one absence with prior approval of the program coordinator. Those participants who attend seven of the eight class sessions will be awarded a GOLD graduation certificate.
COMMITMENT
If selected, I am willing to attend all sessions and devote the necessary time to be a contributing member of the GOLD class.
I agree to allow my employee to devote the time necessary to be an active member of Greater Ozarks Leadership Development, if accepted. I agree to pay the $795 tuition for this applicant by September 20, 2017.
Employer/Supervisor Name _______________________________________________
Jason Sivils Great River Associates Structural Department Manager
Gene Stanton City of Mt. Vernon Director of Public Works
Mike Stout Missouri State University Professor of Sociology
T.J. Whatley Olsson Assoc. Project Manager
Todd Wagner City of Springfield Principal Storm Water Engineer, Public Works
Kelly Wood Missouri State University Professor & Depart. Head/ Communications
Class VI: 2011 – 2012
Ty Alexander Terracon Consultants Geotechnical Engineer/Office Manager David Ames UGL Services Vice President
Kristy Bork City of Springfield Internal Auditor
Mike Brothers Greene County Health Department Public Information Administrator
Eric Claussen City of Springfield Traffic Signal Coordinator/Engineer
Sherry Coker Ozarks Technical Community College Executive Director/Workforce Dev. Center
Brent Davis Toth & Associates Structural Engineer
Doug Durrington City of Springfield Environmental Compliance
Benjy Fenske Clever School District Principal
Denise Gibson Ozark Food Harvest Director of Development & Communications
Mike Goldenberg City of Battlefield/business owner Alderman/Entrepreneur
Kelly Green City of Springfield Plant Superintendent
Dori Grinder Ozark Chamber of Commerce Executive Director
Martin Gugel City of Springfield Co-Director City Traffic/Engineer
Chris Hopkins City of Billings Treasurer
Joel Hornickel City of Branson Senior Planner
Jerry Jesky Olsson Associates Project Engineer
Jeff Jochems Ozarks Technical Community College President, Richwood Valley Campus
Lisa Knutzen Community Foundation of the Ozarks Chair of CFO affiliate
Jim Krischke City of Republic City Administrator
Robert Marsh Fordland Clinic Executive Director
Rosa Maria Mejia Missouri State University Endowed Professor of Hispanic Assimilation
Kristin Pattinson Missouri Dept. of Natural Resources Drinking Water Compliance Unit Chief
Melissa Payne City Utilities of Springfield Supervisor, Facilities Services
Roddy Rogers City Utilities of Springfield Manager of Water Treatment and Supply
Beth Anne West City of Battlefield City Clerk
Robert Willenbrink Missouri State University Department Head, Theatre and Dance
Shawn Williams Springfield Police Department Sergeant/Supervisor of Patrol Squad
Class VII: 2013 – 2014Joel Alexander City Utilities of SpringfieldMarc Cerce City of Battlefield City of Battlefield Alderman Clay Dodson TerraconBrandon Freeman Trekk Design Group Project/Office ManagerQuinton Hamp City of BattlefieldRich Horton Horton Electric Business OwnerJason Jolley Missouri State University Dept. Head of Modern & Classical LanguagesErrin Kemper City of SpringfieldRoger Lile City of Springfield Professional Engineer - ITSSgt Tom Luellen Springfield Police Department Police OfficerFrank Miller Missouri Department of Transportation District Planning ManagerStephanie Perkins PROMO Deputy DirectorDane Seiler CJW Transportation Project EngineerMax Springer City of Mount VernonAlia Stowers Greene County Pretrial Services Director of Pretrial ServicesSgt.Chris Wells Springfield Police Department Police OfficerLarry Woods Greene County Emergency Management Deputy Director, Emergency Management Nancy Yendes City of Springfield
Communications & Community Relations
Assistant City Attorney
City Administator
Assistant Director of Environmental Services
City of Battlefield Alderman
Project Professional
Class VIII: 2014-2015 Darron Acklin City of Battlefield City Alderman
Kenneth Brown Missouri State University Department Head
David Cornelison Missouri State University Department Head
Jennifer Duzan City of Springfield Environmental Services Environmental Technician
June Huff Southwest Missouri Office on Aging Director of Community Outreach
Marianne Landers Banks City of Springfield Assistant City Attorney
Doug Earl Marsh Royal Rangers International Director
Andrew Mueller Missouri Department of Transportation Assistant District Engineer
Mary Jane Pardue Missouri State University Department Head
Mark Roberts HM Risk SVP Managing Director
Mary Ann Rojas Springfield - Dept. of Workforce Development Director
Zim Schwartze City of Springfield 911 Communications Director
Scott Umbarger Springfield Police Department Lieutenant, Training Section Commander
Shawn Wahl Missouri State University Department Head
Greg Wheelen Springfield Police Department Lieutenant, SRT, Community Services Section
Jennifer Williams Missouri Department of Transportation Customer Relations Manager
Class IX: 2015-2016 Deanna Allen City of NixaScott E Bachman Missouri Dept. of TransportationSteve Childers City of OzarkJim B Fels TerraconJill Finney City of NixaDonna K Fishel Parkview High SchoolRick Gardner City of OzarkKay Greenlee Missouri Work Assistance Chris Harville Mid-Missouri BankBruce Hinkston City of SpringfieldCindi L Koenneker City of Springfield - MO Career CenterMichael Lucas Springfield Police DepartmentJacob Marler City of Ash GroveShannon Neely City of Mount VernonCurt C Ringgold Springfield Police DepartmentBrian Swearengin City of Ash GroveAdam Toth Toth & Associates, Inc. Steve Walensky City of Cassville