Benefits of Participation
For the Employer
Increased workforce leadership capacities resulting in greater organizational effectiveness.
Networking opportunities that provide business solutions.
Community recognition of the company's commitment to quality-of-life issues.
For the Individual
Enhanced awareness and knowledge of the Stark County region and local leaders.
An informed network of colleagues with diverse backgrounds.
Greater understanding of personal leadership qualities and capabilities.
For the Community
A talented pool of committed community leaders.
Community members with leadership skills that can be tapped for creative partnerships and initiatives between the public and private sectors.
An ever-growing population of community members with an increased awareness of Stark County's strengths, challenges and resources.
Testimonials
Every program day gave me new perspective on the many things people give up to enhance the quality of life for residents of Stark County. I saw how challenging it is for families struggling to make ends meet. I learned of the steps law enforcement officers have to take to protect lives. I heard the plight of educators, working hard to prepare children to compete in a global market. I was moved by the arts, a vital part of our region made possible by vision, hard work and generosity.
Sue Grabowski, president, Grabowski & Co. (22nd Class)
I enjoyed the fact that we were exposed on a deeper level to some of the opportunities and challenges our community faces. It was easy to glance through the newspaper and read of some of the happenings in the area, form an opinion based on my own frame of reference, then go on with my life. With the activities of the past year the class was exposed to the people who are living through these challenges themselves. Also, as a result of the diversity of the class there were discussions which allowed us to see the situation through many different sets of eyes. Through this process you realize you don't want to just go on with your life - you want to become involved.
Christopher Harris, vice president, CFO, Harris Battery Company (23rd Class)