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Leadership Louisa is your opportunity to develop essential leadership skills, connect with local leaders, and tackle real community challenges. If you're passionate about shaping the future of Louisa County, this program is for you!

Class of 2025

Brittany Anderson
 Thomas Jefferson Elementary School

Rosemary Beard Heflin
 Child Health Partnership

Joel Belnap
 Clark Construction Group

Doris Bolton
 Walmart Distribution Center #7016

Becky Brown
 Becky's Got Your Back

Madison Chandler
 Louisa County Parks, Recreation & Tourism

Christine Dereemer
 Find Homes Realty

Amanda Dove
 Diamond Electric, LLC

Elizabeth Eastep
 Louisa County High School

Chad Foster
 Rappahannock Electric Cooperative

Jennifer Mastro
 Lake Anna Swim Company

Jonathan Peoples
 Shenandoah Crossings, a Bluegreen Vacations Resort

Jim Robertson
 Virginia, Maryland & Delaware Association of Electric Cooperatives (VMDAEC)

Thomas Rockson
 Piedmont Virginia Community College

Ryan Sampson
 Louisa County Fire EMS

Mitchell Sasser
 The Central Virginian

Jen Skrabak
 Crossroads Title Agency

Alexandra Stanley
 County of Louisa

Kiara Timberlake
 Blue Ridge Bank

Program Sponsors

Committee

<b>Christina Miller</b><br /> <i>Program Chair</i><br /> Louisa County Parks and Recreation </i><br />
Christina Miller
Program Chair
Louisa County Parks and Recreation
<b>Ramona Chapman</b><br /> DHCD </i><br />
Ramona Chapman
DHCD
<b>Tina Duval</b><br /> PenFed Realty </i><br />
Tina Duval
PenFed Realty
<b>Matt Fallon</b><br /> Town of Louisa </i><br />
Matt Fallon
Town of Louisa
<b>Kaitlyn King</b><br /> United Bank</i><br />
Kaitlyn King
United Bank
<b>Julie Smith</b><br /> Mineral Mercantile</i><br />
Julie Smith
Mineral Mercantile

Building Leaders. Growing Community.

Leadership Louisa offers a unique opportunity for individuals living, working, or serving in Louisa County to enhance their leadership skills and make meaningful contributions to the community. Through a series of six dynamic workshops, participants will dive deep into critical leadership topics such as values-based leadership, trust-building, and effective conflict resolution. In addition to classroom learning, participants will engage in a hands-on Community Action Project, working alongside peers to address real issues facing local organizations.

Throughout the six-month program, you’ll forge connections with influential local leaders, gain insights into the complexities of Louisa County, and develop the leadership capacity to effect positive change. Whether you’re looking to advance your career, give back to the community, or build strong networks, Leadership Louisa provides the tools and support you need.

Why Leadership Louisa?

The Louisa County Chamber of Commerce and Louisa Forward Foundation are proud to present Leadership Louisa because we believe that strong leaders build a thriving community, a vibrant economy, and a prosperous future. Through Leadership Louisa, we are fostering the development of future leaders, enhancing civic engagement, and empowering individuals to shape the future of Louisa County, Virginia with pride and purpose.

Application

Follow these steps to apply for and unlock opportunities for personal growth, leadership development, and community impact.

  1. Register (non-refundable $25 application fee)
  2. Draft: Application Guide here
  3. Submit:  Online applications only
  4. Selection: Up to 20 participants
  5. Notification: All applicants notified of status
Join the waitlist

Sessions

InnerWill Leadership Institute, our instructional partner, strengthens leadership capabilities and drives results through customized, impactful Values Based Leadership solutions.

  1. Values-Based Leadership & Insights
  2. Receiving & Giving Feedback
  3. Leading by Building Trust
  4. Leading Through Conflict
  5. Leadership & Effective Conversations
  6. Closing Session & Graduation
Read More about Innerwill

Program Sponsor

Leadership Louisa is made possible through the support of our dedicated community partners. By partnering with us, local businesses, nonprofits, and civic organizations play a vital role in cultivating the next generation of leaders. With your support, we can empower individuals to lead, solve local challenges, and build a brighter future for all.

Become a Program Sponsor
LL Sponsorship by Louisa County Chamber of Commerce

Community Action Project

The Community Action Project empowers participants to apply their leadership skills by collaborating with local organizations to address real community challenges. Teams will partner with a nonprofit to explore key issues and develop a tangible, actionable solution - whether it’s a new system, product, event, or campaign.

Will open again Fall 2026.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must reside in Louisa County or be employed by a business within Louisa.
  • Current employment of at least one year with the same employer.
  • Seeking professional growth and development.
  • Demonstrated leadership capacity within your organization.
  • Willingness to fully commit to the program's time requirements.
  • Attendance at six workshops from January to June on the Third Tuesday (one absence allowed under exceptional circumstances).
  • Participation in fieldwork outside class hours for the Community Action Project.
  • Employer support for attendance and program involvement.
  • Commitment to future community involvement in shaping the future of Louisa County.
  • Submission of completed application and letter of recommendation by November 15, 2024, at 5 pm.
  • If selected, tuition is $950 ($750 for Chamber members)

Application Guide

This guide is designed to help you draft your application responses before submitting your final application online.

  1. DRAFT: Online application is required and doesn't allow for drafts.  Use questions below to craft your applcation draft.
  2. LETTER: At least one letter of recommendation is required.
  3. SUBMIT: After finalizing your draft, visit the online application portal here to complete your submission.
  4. DEADLINE: Remember to submit your application and a letter of recommendation by November 1st.

APPLICATION INFORMATION REQUIRED

Please list any community, civic, professional, business, religious, athletic, social, or other organizations you have been involved with in the past 6 years:  (Include any leadership roles you held.)

Briefly describe your most significant accomplishment(s) or leadership roles from your involvement in the organizations listed above.  (Maximum 200 words)

What community activities, other than those listed above, would you be interested in learning more about or participating in?  (Maximum 150 words)

In your opinion, what are two significant issues facing Louisa County? Please explain.  (Maximum 250 words)

Why do you want to participate in Leadership Louisa, and how do you envision this program impacting your personal or professional development? (Maximum 200 words)

How do you plan to use the leadership skills and connections gained from Leadership Louisa to make a positive, long-term impact on the Louisa community? (Maximum 250 words)

Letter of Recommendation

Please submit at least one letter of recommendation from someone who is familiar with your leadership potential and performance.

Financial Commitment

  • Non-refundable $25 application fee is required with this application.
  • Program tuition of $950 ($750 for Chamber members) is due by December 31st.
  • Who will fund your tuition?
    • Employer/Organization
    • Individual Participant
    • Scholarship Assistance Requested

If you are requesting scholarship assistance, briefly explain your circumstances. (A separate application for scholarship assistance will be sent to your supervisor.)

Personal Information

  • First Name
  • Last Name
  • Home Address
  • Mobile Phone
  • Email Address
  • Name of School
  • Graduation Date
  • Degree/Major

Employer Info

  • Present Employer Name
  • Your Title/Role
  • Date of Hire (mm/dd/yyyy)
  • Business Industry
  • Employer Address

Supervisor Info

  • Immediate Supervisor's Name
  • Supervisor’s Title
  • Supervisor’s Email
  • Supervisor’s Phone

Alumni

CLASS OF 2024

Jennifer Arnold, Rappahannock Electric Cooperative

Ashleigh Chandler, Piedmont Virginia Community College

Ramona Chapman, Virginia Dept. of Housing and Community Development (DHCD)

Gina Chumley, Blue Ridge Bank

Kristen Duvall

Barbara Evers, Everleigh Vineyards & Brewing Company

Matt Fallon, Town of Louisa

Jonathan Frith

Kaitlyn King, United Bank

*Christina Miller, Louisa County Parks, Recreation & Tourism

Devan Payne, Dominion Energy

Tina Perry-Duval, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty

Evelyn Pritchett, Lakeside Title & Escrow

Kelley Shuler, Louisa County Public Schools

Julie Smith, Mineral Mercantile

CLASS OF 2023

Kyle Barmoy, Mid Atlantic Watersports

Michael Bickel, Bluegreen Vacations

Candice Black, Bluegreen Vacations

Quiana Bolling, Rappahannock Electric Cooperative

Breanna Burkhead, Louisa Police Department

Jennifer Christian, Louisa Arts Center

Nicole Copeland, Louisa Arts Center

Philip Gould, Blue Ridge Bank

Clifton Gregory, MassMutual

Eric Groome, Dominion Energy

Doug MacDonald, Mid Atlantic Dock Builders

Jon Nafziger, Child Health Partnership

Corey Noel, Chiles Enterprise

*Rodney Redd, Louisa County Public Schools

April Thompson, Shenandoah Crossing Resort

Emma Wood, Lake Anna Tractor & Hardware

CLASS OF 2022

Sarah Brooks, Dominion Energy - North Anna Power Station

*Rebecca Burtram, Hantzmon Wiebel LLP

Cody Clarke, Rappahannock Electric Cooperative

Jennifer Garrett, Chiles Enterprises, LLC

Stephen Judy, Lake Anna Nursery

Naomi Luehrmann, Grace Integral, LLC

Daphne MacDougall, Shaw MacDougall Realtors at Joyner Fine Properties

Liz Nelson, Town of Louisa

Ophelia Payne, Louisa County Public Library

 

 

*Indicates the Class President, selected by their peers to speak at Graduation on behalf of the class and to serve as the Program Chair for the following year.

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