ENCORE Leadership Applications due July 1, 2010
KINGSPORT -The ENCORE Leadership program is currently accepting applications for the 2010 program.‚ Applications are due by July 1, 2010.‚
The ENCORE Program is designed for members of our community over the age of 50.
It is founded in the belief that these participants can offer a wealth of knowledge, experience, leadership, and vitality to their communities.
The ENCORE Program, through education, provides retirees an opportunity to learn more about our community; it provides opportunities to share their professional experiences, skills, and abilities in meaningful ways.
Program includes: ‚ ‚ ‚ ‚ ‚ ‚ ‚ ‚ ‚ ‚ ‚ ‚ |
•Regional History •Government and Politics •Arts and Entertainment •Economic Development •Healthcare •Community Awareness •Financial Planning |
Classes are on Tuesdays beginning in September and are over in November.
To download the application please click below.
To learn more about Kingsport Leadership Programs please click below.
www.kingsportleadershipprograms.com
ENCORE is a self sustaining process that utilizes experienced citizens in Kingsport to meet the ever-growing challenges of our community. The program is based on the principles of Servant Leadership and requires no tax funding or assessments.
•The target audience for ENCORE are individuals in the Kingsport area 50 years of age and older.
•ENCORE participants include retirees, long time Kingsport natives, recent transfers, professionals, working class, and a variety of diverse members.
•ENCORE classes will run for eight consecutive weeks starting in the fall. Structured interactive programs include a focus on a variety of topics.
•ENCORE brings together individuals 50 years of age or older and exposes them to the Leadership and Civic Opportunities in the Kingsport area.
•ENCORE equips participants by providing exposure, contacts, and training by which we strive to get graduates involved and integrated into community service.
•ENCORE is a part of the Kingsport Leadership Programs, which is a part of the Kingsport Chamber of Commerce. The Kingsport Leadership Programs include ENCORE, S.H.O.U.T.! ‚® (Students Helping Others Understand Tomorrow), and Leadership Kingsport.
•ENCORE is sponsored by Eastman Chemical Company and other Kingsport area companies, industries, and individuals that provide financial support and in kind support.
•ENCORE utilizes the SENIOR ASHEVILLE (North Carolina) as a benchmark and foundation for the program. The SENIOR ASHEVILLE program which is a part of the Asheville Leadership organization has been an active part of the Asheville community for over 10 years.
Enrich and Nurture the Community • Offer Your Resources and Experience
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For more information, contact
Vickie Snodgrass
Kingsport Chamber of Commerce
vsnodgrass@kingsportchamber.org
Phone: (423) 392-8816
Fax: (423) 392-8829