HOMECONTACT US HOMECONTACT US
MEMBER LOGIN

Now Accepting Applications for Leadership Chemung Class of 2026 – 2027!
Please submit your applications Here!

Leadership Chemung is designed to develop individuals for future leadership roles in Chemung County and the Southern Tier by broadening their knowledge and awareness of the community, and honing their leadership skills. The program is celebrating more than three decades of inspiring future leaders in our community.

During this extensive educational experience, which runs from Fall through Spring each year, participants attend class sessions covering a variety of topics. Upon completion of the program, the Chamber holds a graduation ceremony for participants, sponsored by Chemung Canal Trust Company.

Program tuition costs are as follows:

$750 for employees of Chemung County Chamber member businesses and $950 for non- members. The fee covers the cost of tuition, materials, and supplies. This fee may be paid by the participant, sponsoring business, or a combination of the two. The program will begin in October with commencement taking place in May. Sessions will take place from 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Classes, taught by local business leaders, have covered the following topics:

  • Listening Skills & Communication
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in Leadership
  • Multi-generational Interaction
  • Workforce Trends in the Southern Tier
  • Coaching to Improve Employee & Team Performance
  • Leadership Intelligence
  • Community Revitalization
  • Making Your Case
  • The Business of Education

Additionally, participants are asked to complete a group volunteer project for a local nonprofit organization. The volunteer projects are always a highlight of the program for their positive impact on the Chemung County community.

In the Chamber’s Lower Level Board Room, the history of Leadership Chemung is on display to celebrate those who have answered the call to lead, with photos of class members dating back to 1988.

Leadership Chemung is overseen by a committee of business community members, many of whom are graduates of the program, dedicated to continuously developing helpful and dynamic curriculum. For a roster of committee members, please click here.

For more information, please contact the Chamber at (607) 734-5137 or info@chemungchamber.org.

Sponsored by: 

THANK YOU SPONSORS

ADVERTISE HERE