One of the key focus areas of the Chamber’s mission-work is Community Development. We activate a diverse next generation of business and community leaders. Our leadership development work prepares local leaders for future regional challenges.

Benton County has been blessed with a wealth of financial, physical, and human resources, but we sometimes tend to take for granted the future of our area by assuming that the appropriate leadership talent will emerge to guide us whenever we need it. The Leadership Benton County (LBC) program provides leadership training specific to regional issues facing the county and serves as the Chamber’s training ground for future leaders in Benton County.

The keys to our future are knowledgeable and skilled leaders, willing to step to the forefront, who have an awareness and understanding of all facets of our community including government, business, education, recreation, utilities, infrastructure, housing, healthcare, social services and more.  Leadership Benton County has a reputation for producing these leaders.

Goals of the 11-session program include identification and motivation of individuals with leadership potential; acquainting participants with community needs, challenges, and opportunities; offering a forum for dealing with community issues; and challenging future leaders to become involved with local issues and the process of decision-making.

LBC is excited to announce its class for the 2022 year – this year’s participants are listed below. Congratulations on being selected to Leadership Benton County!