Leadership Lawrence Application – Chamber of Commerce – Lawrence, KS

Class of 2026 Application

We are pleased you have decided to apply for Leadership Lawrence! By submitting this application, you have indicated agreement with and understanding of the commitment to the program as well as your responsibilities, if selected as a member of the Class of 2026. Reference letters must be either uploaded in this application or emailed to [email protected].

Applications Must Be Submitted by August 11, 2025 @ 5:00 PM (CDT).

Leadership Lawrence Application

Participant Responsibilities:

I understand the goals of the Leadership Lawrence program and the commitment required of class members. If selected, I will devote the necessary time and energy to meet this commitment. To complete Leadership Lawrence, I will attend all sessions. Any unexcused absences may result in removal from the class. I understand that homework is part of the curriculum for Leadership Lawrence and that this may involve time outside of class
sessions.

I have read and agree to participant responsibilities above.

Applicant Information

Tell us about you

First Name

Last Name

Phone/Mobile

Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Length of time living and/or working in Lawrence/Douglas County

Have you previously applied for Leadership Lawrence?

Yes

If yes, when?

Please list your hobbies/interests

Employment

List your 3 most recent employments in reverse chronological order beginning with your current position. Include active military duty.

Employer 1 (current)

Employer 1

Job Title

Dates Employed

Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Country

Employer 2

Job Title

Dates Employed

Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Country

Employer 3

Job Title

Dates Employed

Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Country

Community and Professional Involvement

List your recent volunteer activities in reverse chronological order beginning with current commitments. Include business, community, civic, religious, government, social, athletic, or other volunteer involvement.

Organization 1

Dates of Involvement

Describe your involvement.

Organization 2

Dates of Involvement

Describe your involvement.

Organization 3

Dates of Involvement

Describe your involvement.

Questions

Please thoroughly answer the following questions.

What do you believe to be the role and responsibility of a community member?

What is your vision for Lawrence and Douglas County?

What issue in our community do you care enough about to want to make progress? Why, and what would you do?

What do you hope to learn from Leadership Lawrence and why did you apply?

Complete the Sentence

Please complete the following sentences.

I am most proud of…

When I am not at work, I enjoy…

Few people know I can…

If you could have coffee with anyone in Lawrence, who would it be and what questions would you ask?

Is there anything additional you would like the selection committee to know in considering you for the program?

References

Personal references: Please list two people who are knowledgeable about your leadership potential and / or community involvement, but are NOT related to you. Letters should reflect how the reference knows you and your leadership qualities as well as your leadership potential. It is recommended that these come from two different aspects of your life. You are required to have two reference letters accompany your application. Reference letters must be either uploaded here or emailed to [email protected]

Reference 1

First Name

Last Name

Organization

Title

Phone/Mobile

Letter

Choose File

Reference 2

First Name

Last Name

Organization

Title

Phone/Mobile

Letter

Choose File

Tuition

Tuition for each participant is $1,600.00. Once selected, participants will be invoiced by The Chamber. Credit card or bank account information will be required for tuition payments. Tuition is non-refundable and the responsibility of the class member. Be sure to inquire whether your employer would be willing to sponsor your full or partial tuition for Leadership Lawrence.

If you need financial assistance, please visit https://lawrencechamber.com/leadership-lawrence-financial-aid/

Signature

By typing your name and checking this box, you agree to the commitment of Leadership Lawrence.