Leadership Norfolk

For over 2 decades, Leadership Norfolk has connected and developed leaders who strengthen and transform the community.

Leadership Norfolk is a unique 9-month class that submerges participants in the Norfolk business climate and develops world-class leadership skills. Beginning in October, sessions are held once a month, all day, and include meals. These sessions are filled with renowned speakers and private tours of the largest companies in Northeast Nebraska.

A few of the leadership lessons covered are teamwork, communication, and negotiations. Additionally, the sessions include a behind the scenes look at important sectors like economic development and philanthropy.

Application are closed

  • Open to participants who live or work in the Norfolk Area
  • 25 community leaders are accepted per year
  • Member tuition: $595
  • Non-member tuition: $695
  • Program runs from October – June with monthly seminars from 8:00 – 4:30 p.m.
  • Each class will have the opportunity to develop and execute a project for the benefit of the Norfolk Area.

If you prefer not to apply online, please download and print the Leadership Norfolk Application, and mail to:

Norfolk Area Chamber of Commerce
609 W. Norfolk Ave
Norfolk, NE 68701

2023-24 App

Contact:

 Norfolk Area Chamber of Commerce

402-371-4862

“The Leadership Norfolk class has equipped me to lead a team of diverse individuals, making the most of each person’s strengths, communication styles and talents to foster trust, respect and empowerment within our staff.  It also helped to bring out leadership qualities and skills that I didn’t even know I had!  Learning how to recognize different personalities in my office and how to adjust my approach with my staff has helped me to become a more effective communicator.  Networking with other professionals in the area was a huge plus as I get to know the Norfolk and surrounding communities.  I would highly recommend this program for all emerging and mature leaders in Norfolk.”

Cori Lamm

Director of Corporate & Foundation Relations, Northeast Community College

I recently completed the 2022 Leadership Norfolk Class. What an awesome experience it was. I would fully recommend this leadership class to anyone seeking:

  1. A greater/deeper understanding of the diverse Norfolk business community.
  2. Invaluable and relevant networking amongst other business leaders both in the class, and during tours.
  3. In depth creative problem solving taught by knowledgeable facilitators to better understand yourself and others.

This is a real-world platform to hear from, and learn about how community leaders tackle and resolve issues, and prepare for the future. By myself I would not have been able to tour some of the excellent companies in Norfolk. I am grateful to have seen first hand how they operate. Upon completion you will have a significantly better feel for the needs, goals, and direction of the Norfolk Area Community. It will indeed make you a better leader.

Raymond Thomas

Leadership Norfolk Class 2022

Raymond Thomas

Business Account Executive, Sparklight

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