Apply for Our 2019 Gulf Coast Leadership Institute

The application for our 2019 Gulf Coast Leadership Institute is now available.

GCLI is a leadership-training initiative designed to identify, develop, and connect a diverse group of aspiring and experienced leaders from across our region. Gulf Coast will select up to 26 individuals to participate in this year’s class. The foundation provides all training and resources at no cost to participants in exchange for their commitment to use their new skills for the long-term benefit of the community.

The program will consist of seven in-depth training sessions from late April through June. Attendance at all sessions is required to ensure the most valuable experience for participants. Gulf Coast has commissioned the internationally acclaimed Leadership Development Institute of Eckerd College to provide this comprehensive training. To view the 2019 class schedule and learn more about GCLI, download this overview form.

Class members will be selected with the intent of creating a diverse group of individuals that represents our region’s public, private, and independent sectors. Selection criteria include leadership potential and participation in community and professional organizations. Community volunteers of all ages as well as professionals are encouraged to apply.

The deadline to apply for this year’s GCLI class is 11:59 p.m. on March 15. All applicants will be notified of their status by mid-April.

To date, about 300 community members have graduated from our Leadership Institute.