Leadership Dallas Celebrates 30 Years of Leadership Development
From U.S. Newswire Releases:
It all began during the nation's Bicentennial year as a way to encourage young professionals in Dallas to become more involved in their community.
The leadership development organization has also become a model for groups around the Metroplex and North Texas and serves as a vibrant part of the city's business and volunteer community.
"Leadership Dallas has made a significant commitment to the City of Dallas over the past 30 years, and its alumni have made extraordinary contributions to our community in business, civic service and philanthropic activities," said Lou Ann Levering Monroe, community affairs manager for PricewaterhouseCoopers, 2006 leadership advisory council chair and Class of 2000 graduate.
"We continue to benefit from these alumni who serve on boards, hold public office, lead companies, guide non-profits and generously volunteer their time to help others.
And our graduates represent a level of diversity and commitment to service that is truly amazing.
Each year, the selection committee identifies a new group of 55 passionate community individuals who desire taking the next step into a servant leadership role.
Once a month, class members meet to learn about various topics ranging from city government, health and human services to arts and culture and other regional issues affecting North Texas.
"Many local companies see the benefits of having key employees trained in servant leadership principles by sending multiple candidates through the program," said Patti Clapp, vice president - Greater Dallas Chamber.
Leadership Dallas began in 1976 as a leadership development program aimed at increasing the leadership pool for community activities in the Dallas area.
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