The Leadership Simpsonville program opens doors for professional individuals with the desire and ability to shape the future of our vibrant community. Through face-to-face meetings with city, county, and state leaders and on-site visits to local institutions, participants explore the major issues and unique challenges facing the Simpsonville area.
This dynamic program supports the development of corporate and community leaders by:
- Introducing participants to the aspects of developing and maintaining a vibrant community,
- Establishing dialogue with a wide range of community leaders,
- Encouraging engagement in activities which contribute to the betterment of the community,
- Providing employers with a source of knowledgeable and trained leaders who will have a positive impact on the business community
Participants will be accepted into the program through an application process. The 2026 application will open for submissions on November 10, 2025.
Participants are accepted into the program through an application process. Ideal applicants are those who:
- Demonstrate a passion for their community as evidenced by active involvement,
- Possess a record of achievement in community and civic activities, indicating a desire to lead,
- Possess high standards of personal quality and integrity,
- Show a dedication to commit the "time, talent, and treasure" required for the program, and
- Have the endorsement and support of their employer to fully participate in class sessions and group meetings.
2026 Cohort Schedule Overview
- The application will open on Monday, November 10, 2025.
- Monthly class sessions will begin in January 2026.
- A graduation ceremony will be held in October 2026.
