The Searcy Leadership Institute, a program of the Searcy Regional Chamber of Commerce, is now accepting applications for the 2016-2017 class.

      The Searcy Leadership Institute is aimed at developing a network of talented leaders for present and future community needs. To meet this vision, the Leadership Institute seeks to:

• Identify and motivate individuals with leadership potential.

• Acquaint them with community needs, challenges, and opportunities.

• Offer a forum of exchange on methods for dealing with community issues.

• Challenge potential leaders to become involved with local issues and the process of decision making.

      Each monthly Leadership Institute program covers a different topic in-depth to educate the participants and ensure that they are informed and knowledgeable. Topics include: Challenges of Leadership (ropes course); Health and Human Services; Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow (historical overview); education; local and state government; economic development and workforce.

      “Effective leaders think about the future and what role they can play in bringing about a positive outcome,” said Buck Layne President of the Searcy Regional Chamber of Commerce. “SLI challenges emerging and existing leaders in our community to expand their professional network, develop an in-depth understanding of how our community works, and examine the important issues that are impacting Searcy and White County’s future.”

      Tuition for the Searcy Leadership Institute (SLI) is $400 for chamber members and $500 for non-chamber members, payable at the time of registration. The class is limited to 24 participants and the deadline for application is August 26. For more information, contact the Searcy Regional Chamber of Commerce at 501-268-2458 or click here to download an application.