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Leadership Otsego

Phone: 607-436-2792

Division of College Advancement

Center for Economic & Community Development / LEADERSHIP OTSEGO LO logo

"Building collaborative leadership today "

Leadership Otsego brings together community members to help future leaders examine challenges and opportunities in Otsego County, NY.

Goals:
  • build connections through experiences outside daily routines
  • see opportunities in challenges
  • involve others in the change process
  • direct knowledge, imagination and energy to benefit communities

Benefits:
  • strengthens critical thinking and communication skills
  • increases knowledge of regional issues
  • broadens professional networks (customers, suppliers, collaborators)

The monthly program begins with an orientation retreat, followed by full-day sessions at sites in Otsego County (NY). Sessions include lectures with Q & A, panel discussions, and tours. A final group project presentation uses new knowledge and skills [application PDF]. Non-refundable fee: $850.

Topics:
  • Orientation (August)
  • Leadership Theories & Skills (Sept)
  • Arts and Tourism (October)
  • Commerce and Trade (Nov)
  • History and News-gathering (Dec)
  • Healthcare & Human Services (Jan)
  • Government and Decision-making (Feb)
  • Education (2012)
  • Agriculture and Land Uses (April)
  • Capstone Presentations (May)

Founding Sponsors: Future for Oneonta Foundation; Hartwick College; The Otsego County Chamber; SUNY College at Oneonta; United Way of Delaware & Otsego Counties

By sponsoring the Leadership Otsego program or providing participant fee assistance, sponsors express their commitment to Otsego County’s future.

Updated January 23, 2012