INTRODUCTION
Leadership Washington County has been identifying and preparing future leaders through its Leadership
Washington County program since 1998. Leadership Washington County is a program designed to identify,
educate and motivate emerging leaders to ultimately involve them actively in community.
OPPORTUNITY
Leadership Washington County is a year-long intensive program that develops effective leaders who are able to
help improve our communities. Through 10, day-long sessions, participants are guided to a better
understanding of themselves, their community, the basic skills necessary to take on a leadership role and have
a positive impact in Washington County.
From the kick-off retreat to the graduation ceremony, participants interact and build teamwork skills with
classmates from various organizations and background. Sessions are typically held the 3rd Tuesday of the
month and address topics such as board membership, business and economic development, justice system
education system, quality of life, leadership in a changing society, health and human services, and government
and politics.
After graduation, Leadership Washington County provides participants with opportunities for board membership
in order to stay actively involved in the community.
EXPECTATIONS
The purpose of Leadership Washington County is to introduce and orient new leaders to our community and
identify individuals who have displayed a strong tendency toward civic involvement and assist them in increasing
their potential to become community leaders. Emanating from a diversity of backgrounds and personal
experiences, each participant brings a uniquely vital viewpoint from which all class members benefit.
Just as an established leader in the community would do, participants are expected to show their commitment by
attending all classes and events. Each class member must assume an active role in each session through
discussions, homework, completion of a class project and taking part in field trips.
It is only through the dedication to the program that participants receive the full experience of Leadership
Washington County.
Class members are chosen from a wide range of employment backgrounds and organizations, live in a variety of
areas and vary in age. Anyone willing to make a commitment to the program is eligible. Each participant and
their employer must agree to full participation in all sessions and activities of the program.
Program tuition is $725. The participant’s employer or sponsoring organization is asked to invest $575 of this
amount. The remaining $150 must be paid by the participant to demonstrate a personal commitment to the
program. Payment must be made prior to the orientation session and is non-refundable.
MISSION STATEMENT
Leadership Washington County is dedicated to becoming the premier organization in the development of
community leaders in Washington County. We will consistently ensure that a diverse group of program
participants gain an in-depth understanding of the broad spectrum of issues affecting Washington County. In
doing this, we hope to foster leadership, commitment and active participation in community affairs by
encouraging participants to assume leadership roles in the community.
For more information, please contact Leadership Washington County at 724-225-3010.
LEADERSHIP WASHINGTON COUNTY
APPLICATION
Please print or type all information. Application does not guarantee acceptance.
Personal / Work Information
Name (Dr., Rev., Mr., Mrs., Ms.)
Home Address
City State Zip
Home Phone Work Phone
Employer
Work Address
City State Zip
Title
Email Address Years in Washington County
Education – Beginning with high school through to the most recent form of education.
Name & City of School Dates attended Degree Major
Please list extra-curricular activities, special honors/awards for leadership and/or academic achievements.
References – Please provide the names of two individuals that may be contacted.
Name Address (street, city, state, zip) Phone
Questions - Please provide answers to the following questions on separate sheets of paper.
1. List community, civic, professional, business, religious, social, and athletic or other organizations
of which you are or have been a member. Describe your accomplishments and/or your monthly time
commitments within these organizations.
2. What do you consider to be your most important accomplishment as a leader? Why?
3. What is your definition of a leader?
4. From your point of view, what are the three best things about Washington County?
5. Briefly explain why you want to be selected as a member of the Leadership Washington County
program. How will it further your life or career goals?
Commitment Statement:
In order to successfully complete the program, my employer and I understand that 100% participation in all
sessions and activities of the Leadership Washington County program is required. If a participant fails to attend
two or more sessions/activities, they will be unable to graduate with their class. We also understand that the
tuition is due prior to the orientation retreat and is non-refundable.
Signature Date
Sponsor/Employer’s Name (printed)
Sponsor/Employer’s Signature
All applications are subject to confidential evaluation. Leadership Washington County, Inc. Does not discriminate
based on an applicant’s age, color, creed, disability, race, or sex.
Completed applications should be sent to:
Eileen Dellorso, Executive Director
Leadership Washington County
Washington County Chamber of Commerce
20 East Beau Street
Washington, PA 15301
Fax: 724-228-7337
lwc@nauticom.net
Leadership Washington County has been identifying and preparing future leaders through its Leadership
Washington County program since 1998. Leadership Washington County is a program designed to identify,
educate and motivate emerging leaders to ultimately involve them actively in community.
OPPORTUNITY
Leadership Washington County is a year-long intensive program that develops effective leaders who are able to
help improve our communities. Through 10, day-long sessions, participants are guided to a better
understanding of themselves, their community, the basic skills necessary to take on a leadership role and have
a positive impact in Washington County.
From the kick-off retreat to the graduation ceremony, participants interact and build teamwork skills with
classmates from various organizations and background. Sessions are typically held the 3rd Tuesday of the
month and address topics such as board membership, business and economic development, justice system
education system, quality of life, leadership in a changing society, health and human services, and government
and politics.
After graduation, Leadership Washington County provides participants with opportunities for board membership
in order to stay actively involved in the community.
EXPECTATIONS
The purpose of Leadership Washington County is to introduce and orient new leaders to our community and
identify individuals who have displayed a strong tendency toward civic involvement and assist them in increasing
their potential to become community leaders. Emanating from a diversity of backgrounds and personal
experiences, each participant brings a uniquely vital viewpoint from which all class members benefit.
Just as an established leader in the community would do, participants are expected to show their commitment by
attending all classes and events. Each class member must assume an active role in each session through
discussions, homework, completion of a class project and taking part in field trips.
It is only through the dedication to the program that participants receive the full experience of Leadership
Washington County.
Class members are chosen from a wide range of employment backgrounds and organizations, live in a variety of
areas and vary in age. Anyone willing to make a commitment to the program is eligible. Each participant and
their employer must agree to full participation in all sessions and activities of the program.
Program tuition is $725. The participant’s employer or sponsoring organization is asked to invest $575 of this
amount. The remaining $150 must be paid by the participant to demonstrate a personal commitment to the
program. Payment must be made prior to the orientation session and is non-refundable.
MISSION STATEMENT
Leadership Washington County is dedicated to becoming the premier organization in the development of
community leaders in Washington County. We will consistently ensure that a diverse group of program
participants gain an in-depth understanding of the broad spectrum of issues affecting Washington County. In
doing this, we hope to foster leadership, commitment and active participation in community affairs by
encouraging participants to assume leadership roles in the community.
For more information, please contact Leadership Washington County at 724-225-3010.
LEADERSHIP WASHINGTON COUNTY
APPLICATION
Please print or type all information. Application does not guarantee acceptance.
Personal / Work Information
Name (Dr., Rev., Mr., Mrs., Ms.)
Home Address
City State Zip
Home Phone Work Phone
Employer
Work Address
City State Zip
Title
Email Address Years in Washington County
Education – Beginning with high school through to the most recent form of education.
Name & City of School Dates attended Degree Major
Please list extra-curricular activities, special honors/awards for leadership and/or academic achievements.
References – Please provide the names of two individuals that may be contacted.
Name Address (street, city, state, zip) Phone
Questions - Please provide answers to the following questions on separate sheets of paper.
1. List community, civic, professional, business, religious, social, and athletic or other organizations
of which you are or have been a member. Describe your accomplishments and/or your monthly time
commitments within these organizations.
2. What do you consider to be your most important accomplishment as a leader? Why?
3. What is your definition of a leader?
4. From your point of view, what are the three best things about Washington County?
5. Briefly explain why you want to be selected as a member of the Leadership Washington County
program. How will it further your life or career goals?
Commitment Statement:
In order to successfully complete the program, my employer and I understand that 100% participation in all
sessions and activities of the Leadership Washington County program is required. If a participant fails to attend
two or more sessions/activities, they will be unable to graduate with their class. We also understand that the
tuition is due prior to the orientation retreat and is non-refundable.
Signature Date
Sponsor/Employer’s Name (printed)
Sponsor/Employer’s Signature
All applications are subject to confidential evaluation. Leadership Washington County, Inc. Does not discriminate
based on an applicant’s age, color, creed, disability, race, or sex.
Completed applications should be sent to:
Eileen Dellorso, Executive Director
Leadership Washington County
Washington County Chamber of Commerce
20 East Beau Street
Washington, PA 15301
Fax: 724-228-7337
lwc@nauticom.net