Glenview is a dynamic community comprised of strong businesses, thriving organizations and involved citizens. Leadership Glenview will inspire and engage the next generation of leaders in Glenview.
The program can equip attendees with the skills and network to become strong civic leaders. This annual program will select 20 individuals to attend eight workshops offered over the course of seven months, delving into the structure of the Village and the many governmental and non-governmental organizations that contribute to the community’s health, vibrancy, financial stability, and culture.
The benefits are many, according to Meghan Kearney, Executive Director of the Glenview Chamber of Commerce, which organizes the program. Potential leaders will gain an inside look at all the entities within the Village, connect with like-minded leaders, and gain team-building skills. “Most importantly,” she adds. “Through the Leadership Glenview program, participants gain the tools and vision to spark new ideas and drive positive change—transforming not just themselves, but the future of Glenview.”
Thank you to our Advisory Team: Jeff Brady, Lindsey Dorfman, Meghan Kearney, Michael McCarty, Mike Moylan and Craig Solomon
Special thanks to our program sponsors: Glenview Bank & Trust and Nolan & Freund Dental Professionals
What Will You Gain?
- Participants will pick up team-building skills, inside knowledge of Glenview, a new network of like-minded visionaries, and a broad invitation to join the ongoing conversation. They will broaden their understanding of our community, its assets and challenges and learn about opportunities to make a difference here.
- Organizations will gain new team leaders, knowledgeable marketers, community- sensitive communicators, and stronger managers.
- Glenview will benefit from new, impassioned voices with new ideas and solutions—potential leaders who are knowledgeable about our Village and can help strengthen the community
How Does It Work?
Leadership Glenview is a vibrant and welcoming series of ½ day, monthly workshops. You’ll learn about Glenview’s history, structure, current leadership, government and nonprofit infrastructure. Sessions are offered the second Friday of the month beginning in September and ending in March.
Who Is A Good Candidate?
We’re looking for a few good mentors, leaders, volunteers, managers, and active, dynamic individuals who live or work in our community. You should be able to commit to the seven-month schedule, and have the support of your supervisor or workplace.
How Do I Apply?
Testimonials
"After more than 40 years in our village and most of those years spent in civic engagement, I thought I knew darned near everything about Glenview. Wrong.
The Leadership Glenview program, and its remarkable cohort of participants, taught me even more—and I’m now stoked to sing the praises of our fine community even more loudly than before!"
"As a children's librarian, I am very familiar with the Dr. Seuss book "Oh The Places You Will Go!" and so, I have titled my time in Leadership Glenview,
"Oh the Connections You Will Make!
As a Glenview resident of over 14 years, I thought I knew a great deal about Glenview. Through this program I took my surface knowledge and delved deeper into all the many great organizations we have in Glenview.
I would highly recommend Leadership Glenview to anyone in the community. It was an invaluable experience for me and one I won't soon forget."
"Hailing from a Glenview family which now includes four generations, it was very enjoyable to learn many pieces of the village's history which I was unaware of coming into the program.
Equally as important, perhaps more so, the program provided a copious amount of relevant information regarding the village's future, which as a resident, taxpayer, and local Realtor is beyond helpful for both myself and my clients. And collaborating with other like minded residents who all appreciate the sense of community made the experience even that much more engaging."
“Attending Leadership Glenview was a transformative experience that not only honed my leadership skills but also deepened my understanding of effective community engagement. The connections I made were invaluable; I had the opportunity to collaborate with diverse professionals who are equally passionate about making a difference.”