Executive Leadership Wilkes-Barre began in 1985 as a community orientation program for key executives, professionals, and their spouses who recently moved into Northeastern Pennsylvania, have recently moved into an executive position, or for those who would like to get re-acquainted with our community. Executive Leadership Wilkes-Barre is comprised of six sessions that begin in the fall. Under our new format, programs will be held once per month on Wednesday evenings in September, October, November, January, March and April, beginning at 5 p.m. Sessions include presentations and question/answer periods on topics such as local history, political structure, educational opportunities, economic development, networking opportunities and more. Cocktails and a gourmet dinner are also part of each evening session.   The cost of the program is $1,500, with spouses included at no additional cost. Also included is 2 complimentary tickets to Oktoberfest, the Mid-winter Cocktail Party, and the Annual Dinner & Graduation.                                                             

Program Objectives                                                                          

• To integrate relocated executives and professionals into the community and challenge them to become involved in community activities by providing:

                      an overview of Northeastern Pennsylvania's economic, political and civic structure

                      an exposure to local cultural resources

                      an introduction to a cross–section of community leaders

• To provide the opportunity to interact with key local decision-makers and business leaders to discuss the area’s history, government, business environment, educational institutions, and cultural offerings.
• To provide networking opportunities for all participants.

For more information about the Executive Leadership Wilkes-Barre Program, contact Lisa Borchert at 570-823-2101 ext. 137.  An application is available below for the 2012-2013 program year, the dates have not yet been determined.