Green County Leaders
Mission
Current Class Site
To provide an educational program where individuals practice leadership skills, deepen their understanding of community issues and prepare for leadership roles, thereby creating a network of individuals committed to the future of Green County.
Program Overview
Green County Leaders is designed to build community leadership. Participants meet for an orientation (August), nine all-day sessions (September through May), and an evening graduation (May). Sessions focus on building community leadership skills (i.e. consensus building, decision-making, team building) and raising awareness of community issues (i.e. Healthcare, Economic Development, Land Use). Participants also learn about the history, structure and resources of Green County communities. The program is made possible through a partnership of the Green County Development Corporation, UW-Extension Green County, the Monroe Campus of Blackhawk Technical College, and Local Business and Government Stakeholders.
Program Benefits
By expanding the base of skilled and informed leaders, community leadership programs contribute to increased community capacity to respond to change. Green County Leaders is one of more than two dozen community leadership programs in the State of Wisconsin. The program benefits communities, employers and individuals:
Program Participation and Application
We are looking for individuals who represent a variety of backgrounds and interest and who desire to serve their community. Participants should live or work in Green County and be committed to personal, career and community growth. To apply complete the program application and return it to the Green County Development Corporation at 1016 – 16th Avenue, Monroe, WI 53566.
- Green County Leaders Informational Brochure (pdf)
- Green County Leaders Session Dates 2011-2012(pdf)
- Green County Leaders Leadership Course Application 2011-2012(pdf)
Community Benefits
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An active community leadership network
- County-wide collaborations
- Increased citizen participation in community issues
Employer Benefits
- Employees prepared for community service
- Employer is represented as a good corporate citizen
- Employer has involvement and a voice in county activities
Individual Benefit
- Increased awareness of the issues that face Green County
- Enhanced individual leadership skills
- Expanded personal network of local leaders
Program Impacts
We are currently completing a comprehensive evaluation of the program and its impacts. As data is available we will post it to this area.
Green County Leaders Alumni




2002-2003
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2004-2005
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Cara Carper
Green County UW-Extension
Community Resource Development Agent
608-328-9440 cara.carper@ces.uwex.edu



