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2017-2018
MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD “The Robert Mayer Leadership Academy has graduated nearly 300 professionals from the Huntington Beach area since the inaugural class of 2007. By going through the Academy, not only do you have the opportunity to create your own network of community leaders, but you are also able to tap into the resources from past Academy alumni. This year we want to expand our pool of Academy alumni resources and encourage our Alumni to help give back to our current young leaders, so they can continue to grow on their leadership path.The Robert Mayer Leadership Academy has proven to be an invaluable tool in developing leadership skills necessary in today’s ever-changing business world. Your investment in the program has made this another successful year for the Academy!” Barbara Mason, Chairman Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce
ABOUT ACADEMY The Leadership Academy provides Huntington Beach professionals with a unique opportunity to connect with their community and to better understand the components of its government, public safety, business community, economic climate, social uniqueness, education and health care system. Graduates have found the program to be invaluable to enhancing their careers and formulating lasting relationships with fellow classmates.
PROGRAM GOALS 1. Identify and motivate potential community leaders to become involved in their community. 2. Acquaint potential leaders with community needs and challenges. 3. Introduce participants to community leaders. Participants will gain a broader understanding of their community and how it functions.
WHY JOIN Applicants chosen for the 2017-2018 program will have the unique opportunity to develop their potential for public responsibility. Each of the nine workshops are designed to inform, motivate and challenge the participant and give you a glimpse behind the scenes of your community. As the workshop locations change to enhance and compliment the following dynamic topics, so do the presenters, who represent the community. The Leadership Academy does not advocate programs or particular solutions. It seeks, instead, to present the views of a wide spectrum of experts in the selected areas of discussion.
MESSAGE FROM OUR SPONSOR “With over fifty years of development experience, I have come to the conclusion that knowledge of one’s community and how it works is essential for success. I am pleased to sponsor the Leadership Academy with the Chamber of Commerce and provide this opportunity to the future leaders of Huntington Beach. I wish them success!” Robert L. Mayer, Chairman Emeritus The Mayer Corporation
MONTHLY HIGHLIGHTS SEPTEMBER | Orientation 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. • • • • • • • •
Welcome - Chairman of the Board, HB Chamber of Commerce Program Goals - Leadership Facilitator Overview of H.B. Chamber of Commerce - Chamber President/CEO Leadership Speaker Class Introductions City of Huntington Beach Quiz - HB Community Relations Officer Lunch Huntington Beach Scavenger Hunt - Team Competition- HB Community Relations Officer • Leadership Speaker
OCTOBER | Overnight Retreat Day 1 : 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. • • • • •
Welcome - Leadership Facilitator The DiSC Model - How to Build Effective Relationships - Challenge U Lunch Outdoor activity Low Ropes - Challenge U Reception and Dinner
Day 2 : 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. • • • • •
Breakfast Outdoor activity - High Ropes - Challenge U Box Lunch Outdoor activity continued Program conclusion
NOVEMBER | Public Safety & Justice 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. • • • • •
Overview & Tour Police Department - Police Chief Overview & Tour Marine Safety Department - Marine Safety Chief Lunch Overview & Tour Fire Department - Fire Chief Overview City Attorney’s Office - City Attorney
DECEMBER No Meeting JANUARY | Health & Wellness 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. • • • • • • • • •
Huntington Beach Hospital - Speakers and tour Kaiser Permanente - Speaker H.B. Fire Med Program - Speaker - Fire Med Coordinator Community Care Health Center - Speaker Michael Rodgers Senior Center - Speaker - Executive Director Senior Services Lunch Orange Coast Memorial Center - Speakers and tour Fountain Valley Regional Hospital - Speakers Hoag Memorial Hospital - Speaker
FEBRUARY | City/County and Government/Infastructure 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. • • • •
Presentation - City Organization Structure/Budget/Charter - City Manager Issues/Politics/Policies - Former Mayor, City of H.B. Lunch Department Head Shadowing - Students spend 90 minutes one-on-one with selected Department Head • Overview - County Government • Presentation - Infrastructure - Director of Public Works
MARCH | Education 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
• School Tours - Ocean View, Huntington Beach City and Huntington Beach Union High School Districts - (6) schools • Panel - Presentation - Q&A - Superintendent’s Panel - (3) • Lunch • Panel - Presentation - Q&A - District Board Presidents - (3) • Overview and tour Golden West College - College President
APRIL | Economy & Environment 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Economy - 31st Annual Economic Conference 7:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. • • • • •
Opening Keynote Speaker Panel #1 Economic Development Overview Panel #2 Closing Keynote Speaker
Environment & Sustainability 1 - 5 p.m.
• Presentation/Tour of Rainbow Environmental Services • Presentation/Tour of Bolsa Chica Wetlands • Closing Comments
MAY | Cultural & Community Services 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. • • • • • • • •
Team Challenge Presentation - Community & Media Relations - City Community Relations Director Overview Community Services Department - Speaker Overview & Tour H.B. Central Library - Director of Library Services Lunch Overview Huntington Beach Art Center - Cultural Services Supervisor Musial Presentation - The Academy of Performing Arts (APA) Overview - H.B. Marketing & Visitors Bureau - President/CEO
JUNE | Graduation 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
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Graduation Speaker City Volunteer Opportunities - City Clerk Class Presentations Lunch Graduation Comments & Plaque Presentations Mr. Robert Mayer, Sr., - Leadership Academy Sponsor Leadership Academy Facilitator HB Chamber Chairman of the Board
WHO’S ELIGIBLE Applicants must have the following goals: • Demonstrate active participation and leadership in professional and/or community organizations. • Represent a variety of community segments. • Have leadership potential or are already in leadership roles. • Want to develop a broader understanding of our community. • Understand the need for, responsibility of and gratification of community involvement Any adult 18 or over, who works or lives in Huntington Beach, may apply. Since the class size is limited to 30 people, the Academy will select a good balance of individuals who want to learn how to become more effective leaders and those who simply want to learn more about our community. Those not selected are encouraged to apply the following year.
WHAT GRADUATES SAY ABOUT THE PROGRAM “The Robert Mayer Leadership Academy was a fantastic way to gain valuable insight into civic government and local business by providing access to the people and companies that make the City of Huntington Beach prosper. As the program draws its participants from local business leaders, it also expands your professional network and creates lasting friendships. The program was very beneficial to me and I would strongly recommend attending the academy if the opportunity arises.” David Dansey, Area Director of Finance, Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa, Class of 2015 “The Robert Mayer Huntington Beach Leadership program is a must for all HB business owners and individuals. Participants in this program gain significant insight into our city, which they can apply to immediate and future goals. Through the program, you’ll meet many of the current leaders shaping our city.You’ll also walk away with concrete and actionable lessons you can apply to your personal and professional growth as well as the growth of our community. As a graduate of the program, I especially enjoyed the exchange of ideas among the locally based professionals in my class. I found the class topics diverse, informative and well organized. I can’t think of a better opportunity to gain such a deep understanding of our city’s resources, challenges and vision. The Chamber and our Facilitator have succeeded in creating a great learning experience for the people who fuel our community’s growth.” Rachel Ramirez, Chief Executive Officer & President, Performance Excellence Partners, Class of 2015
APPLICATION
A Program of the Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce (Please Print Clearly) Name: Company: Position: Address: City:
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Business Phone:
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E-mail: Sponsoring Business/Organization
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Please complete the following questions on a separate sheet of paper and include with application form: 1. Please Describe your: a. Educational Background including degrees, field of study, professional institutes, training programs, etc. b. Professional (employment) activities for the past five years c. Community, civic and business activities for at least the past five years, including the nature of participation and office held d. Awards or other special recognitions e. Any other pertinent information you may wish to include 2. Please explain how you meet the selection criteria for the leadership academy, e.g. demonstrated high level of community involvement, aspirations to serve in leadership roles in the community, the desire to develop a broader understanding of how our community works, etc. 3. Explain the ways the Leadership Academy can help you fulfill your aspirations as a leader in Huntington Beach 4. Please Identify and discuss a particular issue, opportunity or problem you feel is crucial to Huntington Beach 5. Please list five words that best describes you COMMITMENT: 1. Tuition is $1,250 per participant, unless otherwise stated in your Chamber investment agreement. A limited number of partial scholarships are available to persons not otherwise able to provide tuition. Contact the Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce at
[email protected] for more information. 2. Program dates are the third Wednesday of every month for nine months (September - June; no meeting in December), with the exception of the overnight retreat in October. I understand that the Robert Mayer Leadership Academy includes eight day-length programs and one overnight retreat held during the nine-month period beginning in September of the class year. I hereby agree to attend six of the eight curriculum-based sessions. Graduation is subject to adherence to attendance policy and satisfactory completion of class work.
Signature of Applicant:
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Nominees for the Leadership Academy program must have the support and commitment of their employers or organization, if applicable.The signature of the employer is necessary as an indication of support of the nominee’s participation in the Robert Mayer Leadership Academy.
Signature of Applicant:
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SUBMISSION: Deadline: Friday, September 1, 2017 at 5 p.m.
Return completed form and attached questions to: Robert Mayer Huntington Beach Leadership Academy, Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce, 2134 Main Street, Suite 100, Huntington Beach, CA 92648 or fax to 714-960-7654 or email Tyler Hentzen at
[email protected]. For questions contact: Tyler Hentzen at 714-500-6108 or
[email protected]. Once application and payment are processed, you will receive an acceptance letter from a member of the Chamber staff.
