Northbrook Chamber Leadership Northbrook

Chamber Planning for Leadership Northbrook

 Applications for the Chamber's Leadership Northbrook, an eight session program that offers a comprehensive, firsthand look at the inner workings of Northbrook, are now being accepted.   The program features presentations from top level civic, business and government officials, along with private tours of some of the Village's landmark businesses and community resources.  The eight month program begins in September and runs through April 2011.

            Modeled after a program begun in Atlanta over 40 years ago, Leadership Northbrook's goal is to deepen the understanding of the resources and challenges facing the Village of Northbrook and the North Shore region, which establishing networks among emerging leaders.

            Eight half day sessions are scheduled on the third Friday of each month beginning next month (September).  The class is held at a different location each month, and includes an insider's look at several area civic landmarks including, the Village Hall, the Park District, the Water Filtration plant, Techny Towers, and Glenbrook Hospital.  Tours of prominent businesses are also on the agenda, including Underwriters Laboratories, Bernhard Woodwork, Northbrook Court and Highland Baking.

            The class draws on real world examples and is presented in a manner that is conducive to adult learning.  The setting is an informal roundtable with around 20 participants.

            Topics covered in the Leadership program include economic development, planning and zoning issues, strengths and weaknesses of the Northbrook business climate; transportation challenges, educational resources, municipal services and community health and social service resources.

            A popular part of Leadership is a teamwork exercise at the Park District's Teams Challenge Course, Meadowhill Park, beginning with a series of outdoor activities, trust initiatives and team-building exercises, designed to assist in personal and professional development.  Guided by trained facilitators, participants develop leadership and problem-solving skills and learn about cooperation and communication while enjoying outdoor adventures and challenges. 

            For a complete list of classes, speakers and locations, or to register, please refer to the newsletter insert, or call the Chamber office at (847)498-5555 ext. 4.