Leadership Clark County accepts early applications for Class of 2015

Leadership Clark County is accepting early applications for candidates interested in joining the Class of 2015.

A free information session will be held Tuesday, Jan. 14, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Educational Services District 112 offices, 2500 N.E. 65th Ave., Vancouver.

The free session is an opportunity for candidates to learn more about the program, ask questions, and hear from alumni about their experiences.

Candidates submitting applications prior to Feb. 14 will receive a $50 discount off the $100 application fee and priority consideration for acceptance into the program. After Feb. 14, candidates may apply through regular enrollment until April 30.

Leadership Clark County is a nonprofit, nonpartisan civic leadership development program founded in 1993. Participants are selected through a competitive application process and gain in-depth knowledge of the community and leadership skills that will enable them to be more effective in their community involvement.

The nine-month program runs September through May and is offered annually to individuals from Clark County’s private, nonprofit and public sectors.

More than 600 people have completed the program. LCC alumni serve in more than 100 organizations, using their leadership and volunteer skills to make a difference in our community.

For more information or to register for the information session by the Jan. 10 deadline, contact LCC Executive Director Denise Smith at director@leadershipclarkcounty.com or 567-1085.