[caption id="attachment_55864" align="aligncenter" width="1080"]<img class="wp-image-55864 size-full" src="https://theenterprise.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2021/08/Applications.jpg" alt="" width="1080" height="1080" /> The Leadership Patrick County class of 2020 participates in teambuilding activities during orientation. (Contributed photo)[/caption] In partnership with the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce, the Reynolds Homestead a nine-month professional development opportunity that will engage 12 individuals in a learning cohort designed to enhance leadership skills, promote civic engagement, and provide knowledge about Patrick County. The cohort will meet one full day a month and travel to different communities in the county, visiting businesses, historical sites, nonprofit organizations, and schools to learn about the opportunities available, as well as specific needs in each community. Additionally, participants will attend a community meeting each month to gain a greater perspective of government and other organizations committed to improving the lives of Patrick County residents. Participants will collaborate with their team to implement a community project to address an identified need, and can expect to gain skills in team building, collaboration, consensus building, design thinking, and project management. An overnight trip to Richmond provides an opportunity to tour the Capital, sit in on sessions, meet your Senator and Delegate, and enjoy a meal with members of the Reynolds family. Learn more about the monthly schedule and apply online at online at bit.ly/LPC2022. Information may also be found at the Reynolds Homestead, Patrick County Chamber of Commerce, or can be downloaded from reynoldshomestead.vt.edu. All applications should be submitted by September 15. Orientation will take place September 22. Tuition for Leadership Patrick County is $125 for chamber members, and $150 for non-members. Tuition covers all materials, most meals, and travel. Full payment or arrangement for payment should be made upon acceptance. All fees due no later than September 15. Scholarship funding is available. Request more information if needed. Any individual or business owner looking for an incredible professional development opportunity for themselves or an employee should consider applying. Contact Sarah Wray at <a href="mailto:wrayse88@vt.edu">wrayse88@vt.edu</a> with any questions.
