Thank you for your interest in Leadership Osceola. The application period for consideration for the 2025 program is closed. For more information, please contact Sue Ring at sring@thesoceolachamber.com.

The mission of Leadership Osceola County is to: Prepare, Inspire and Support Leadership for the Improved Future of Our Community.

Looking for an opportunity to demonstrate your leadership capacity and commitment to the welfare of Osceola County? Leadership Osceola County is seeking individuals who have the potential to exercise substantial leadership in the future. We strive to appoint a diverse group that reflects the community. However, due to limited spots, not every nominee can be selected. If you are not chosen, you are eligible to reapply in subsequent years. Self-nominations and applications are welcome. Please help us spread the word about the Leadership Osceola Program among your friends and associates.

Please take your time to complete this application. We want to get to know you better, so applicants must participate in an interview process for class consideration. Our selection committee, consisting of Leadership Osceola alumni, will conduct candidate interviews. Individuals will be chosen for program participation based on the scoring of the completed application and interview. We’re excited to learn more about you!

Please note that the application deadline is set for November 22, 2024.

• Step 1: Complete the Leadership Osceola application form.
• Step 2: Participate in a required candidate interview with members from the Leadership Osceola selection committee.
• Step 3: Upon notification of acceptance, complete program participant agreement, consent, and release.
• Step 4: Pay your tuition.
• Step 5: Engage in the program and participate actively.
• Step 6: Celebrate graduation and induction into community involvement as Leadership Osceola Alumni.

• All information on the form must be typed or printed legibly, please.  Applications may also be completed on The Osceola Chamber website.
• Your tuition is due upon notification of acceptance.  Tuition is $2,500 for Osceola Chamber members and $3,000 for non-members.  Any applicable scholarship award will be noted on your invoice.
• A limited number of scholarships are available for non-profit, small business, and/or special status (minority, veteran or woman owned business).  If interested, please include a letter of request detailing the need.  Scholarships are awarded at 50% or 25%, dependent upon company size and status.  We may not be able to fulfill all requests.
• Selection for the class will be based upon the information contained in the completed application and an interview with the Selection Committee.
• Representation will be sought from a cross-section of the community and will reflect the diversity of the community.  You are the right leader (or potential leader) for this program if you:
  • Have a passion and potential for servant-leadership.
  • Have a history of defining and achieving stretch goals, personally and professionally.
  • Are willing and have a strong desire to contribute your time and talent to leading this community.
  • Your organization believes in you and your leadership potential and will provide you with their full support.
  • Are committed to Osceola County.
  • Are committed to contributing to the overall diversity and strength of the class.
• You will need to provide professional quality photos suitable for publication should be submitted with your application or photos will be taken at orientation.

The application deadline is November 22, 2024.