Leaders interested in participating in this popular program are introduced to critical issues and top decision-makers through a series of day-long sessions.

A diverse group of individuals will be selected to take part in Leadership Utah  This group will include representatives from both the private sector and the public sector.  A maximum of 50 people will be admitted to the program. 

Program Participation Requirements:
The following requirements have been established in an effort to make the entire program more meaningful and enjoyable for you as a participant.

1. Candidates must currently hold middle to upper-level management positions within their organizations.
2. In order to graduate, you must attend eight out of the ten sessions September through June.
3. If you miss two hours or more of any session or activity, you will receive a half-day credit for that day
4. It is disruptive to everyone if you are late. Please make every effort to be on time for each session.  If you are late, you may be asked to wait in the hall until the next speaker is ready to speak. 
5. We will always begin our day at the Salt Lake Chamber promptly at 8 a.m. and return no later than 5 p.m.
6. If you are going to be late or are going to be absent, please let us know as far in advance as possible.  Since attendance is critical, we will assume that you will be present unless you inform us otherwise.  
7. A reminder agenda will be emailed to you one week in advance.
8. If you have to leave at any time during a session, please present a business card to one of the staff members to let them know when you are leaving and when you will return.
9. Required transportation for off-site activities is by motor coach.  Occasionally, other arrangements may be made, but you will be notified in advance.
10. Cellular phones may only be used during the breaks given throughout the day.  Your phone must be turned off for the rest of the time
11. Listen carefully and with an open mind to all the presenters.  In order to learn, you must participate fully.  Ask questions!
12. Get to know the others in the class.  Graduates of the Leadership Utah program will tell you that they have developed lasting friendships and quality business relations that have lasted throughout the programs 23 years.  The class of 2010 will be the 24th class to participate in the program.

Class Schedule
The current schedule for the Class of 2010 is as follows:

• July 3, 2009 - Application Deadline
• End of July - Acceptance letters mailed
• September 18, 2009
• October 16, 2009
• November 20, 2009
• December 18, 2009
• January 22, 2010
• February 19, 2010 
• March 19, 2010
• April 16, 2010
• May 20, 2010 (This is a Thursday)
• June 18, 2010
• June 29, 2010 - Graduation Luncheon

*This may change slightly.  A final version of the schedule will be sent with the acceptance letter and invoice.

Tuition
The fee for each participant who is accepted into Leadership Utah is $1,500 for members in good standing with the Salt Lake Chamber. For those who are not chamber members the fee is $2,000. This tuition covers the cost of meals, transportation, activities, materials, and program administration.

Upon acceptance into the program you will receive a letter and invoice for the dues.  PLEASE DO NOT send payment for the program in until you have been accepted into the program. The fee is to be paid in full prior to the first session. 

Company:
Name:
	(Sal., First Name, Middle Initial, Last Name)
Preferred Name:
Title:
Street Address:
City:	State: Zip:
Telephone:
Cell:	Ok to print on class roster yes no
E-mail:
Why would you like to participate in Leadership Utah (100 words or less):
How did you hear about Leadership Utah?
Brochure Chamber Board Member Chamber Staff Member Employer/Supervisor Former Leadership Utah Graduate Salt Lake Chamber's website Other
The following information will be used to put together a short biography about the applicant .   Here are a few requests: The information will read better if it is written in third person.   Please keep descriptions in sentence form.   If the applicant is accepted into the program, this bio will also be distributed with the class roster.
Description of your current position within your organization (50 words or less):
Educational background (50 words or less):
Personal hobbies, interests, or facts that you would like us to know about. (50 words or less):

For information about Leadership Utah visit www.saltlakechamber.org/programs/leadershiputah/ 

Please note:
After you SUBMIT your application you may receive an error message.  Please know that this error does not affect the delivery of the applications information it simply does not direct you to the next webpage following this application.  Please select a new webpage.  Jackie Sexton will confirm receipt of your information within 24 hours.

For more information contact:
Jackie Sexton
Director of Events & Programs
Salt Lake Chamber
175 East 400 South, Suite 600
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Phone: (801) 328-5053
Cell: (801) 509-1054
E-Mail: leadershiputah@saltlakechamber.org or jsexton@slchamber.com