Leadership Aiken County (LAC) is pleased to announce applications for the Class of 2021-2022 are now open. The organization, established in 1981, seeks

to develop informed, committed and qualified individuals capable of providing dynamic community leadership for Aiken County. Program objectives are accomplished through a competitive selection process, intensive team-building activities, and exposure to local issues, regional resources and various County leaders.  Participants learn more about the critical issues of the community than many lifelong residents.

Leadership graduates join a growing network of program alumni who have the knowledge and the opportunity to become valued participants in the community and in the governmental activities that will determine the future of Aiken County.

Program Format

Beginning with a mandatory three-day overnight retreat at Camp Gravatt, the class develops an esprit-de-corps which will provide a common ground for working together on present and future community needs.  They also take an active role in developing the program of activities for the months to follow, including five mandatory assignments, class project and committee participation.

For nine months, October through May, the group meets for day-long (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) sessions each month to explore issues, problems, and opportunities facing Aiken County today and in the future.

Candidates should be residents of Aiken County and/or employed in Aiken County, possess an interest in the community and a desire to use the knowledge gained from this program to improve Aiken County.  The class size is limited, and notice of acceptance will be mailed and emailed in late August 2021. In the acceptance notifications, information will be provided on a welcome reception to be held prior to the class retreat. While not required, attendance at this reception is highly encouraged to meet fellow classmates, board members, past participants, and ask any lingering questions prior to the start of the retreat.

For consideration in the 2021-2022 Leadership Aiken County Program, a completed application must be received no later than August 9, 2021. Applications are available at www.leadershipaikencounty.com.   Incomplete applications will not be considered; please do not remit payment unless notified of acceptance. Applications may be mailed or emailed to the addresses below.

Remit Applications to:                                 

Leadership Aiken County

c/o Nicole Simmons & Shayne Farrell

P.O. Box 3686

Aiken, SC 29802

[email protected]

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