Leadership Laurens County

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The ten-month program has trained more than 400 local business leaders over the last 39 years and counting. Participants have a unique opportunity to increase their knowledge of county programs through dialogue with existing county leaders and experts from the organizations and institutions which form the structure of Laurens County. The goal of Leadership Laurens County is to develop informed, committed, and qualified leaders capable of identifying and addressing the needs in the community.

Retreat

Leadership Laurens County is built on strong fundamental leadership principles. During the two-day retreat held at Fellowship Camp and Conference Center on Lake Greenwood, attendees will participate in a number of networking and team-building activities designated to demonstrate the dynamics of effective leadership. The retreat allows class members to push themselves and provide the skills and confidence necessary to lead.

Enrichment Activities

One of the primary goals of Leadership Laurens County is to encourage individual involvement in leadership roles within the county. Throughout the program, participants get a birds-eye view of the issues facing the county.

Enrichment opportunities are made available to class participants to further enhance their knowledge of the county. Such activities include tours of various county entities and businesses, opportunities to encourage in county service or exposure to some of the many cultural offerings in the county. The Leadership program encourages participants to “ learn by doing” so that they may apply their talents by becoming part of professional associations, civic clubs, public boards and commissions.

Class Project

The class project is an integral part of the Leadership Laurens County experience. Participants work with fellow classmates to implement a project benefiting the Laurens County community. The Leadership Laurens County process provides participants with the guidance and tools to turn concepts into workable projects and solutions. The project process culminates the Leadership Laurens County experience, utilizing ideas generated during the class sessions into a community enhancing project.

Junior Leadership

The Junior Leadership program has been sponsored by the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce since 2011. It is currently guided by the Leadership Laurens County Board of Regents. Local high school students; Laurens District 55, Clinton High School, Laurens Academy, and homeschooled students, have the opportunity to apply to participate in the program, hosted every other year. The agenda focuses on key issues in local government, education, economic development, social services, as well as arts and recreation. The goal of Jr. Leadership Laurens County is to develop informed, committed and qualified leaders capable of identifying and addressing the needs in our community. Participants are given knowledge needed to aid in individual success and hopefully encourage the participants to continue to call Laurens County home in their futures, helping our community grow and prosper.

The Blessing Box initiative, led by Class 2024

The Blessing Box initiative, led by Laurens County Leadership Class 2024, aims to address food and hygiene insecurities in Laurens County by providing essential items to those in need. Strategically place Blessing Boxes at key community locations, ensure they are accessible and well-maintained. This project involves comprehensive planning, effective fundraising, and robust marketing to sustain and promote the initiative. These boxes are stocked with essential food items and are easily accessible to those in need. By fostering collaboration with local organizations, volunteers, and donors, we aim to create a network of support that empowers our community members to lead healthier, more secure lives.