Cornerstone Program Application

SELECTION CRITERIA

Application to the LEADERSHIP OAKLAND CORNERSTONE PROGRAM is open to all persons living or working in the Detroit metropolitan area.

The class is generally limited to 50 participants who will be selected by the LEADERSHIP OAKLAND Selection Committee. The Committee will be seeking participation from a cross-section of the community. Participants should be active in business, and/or professional, educational, governmental, artistic, religious, service or community organizations.

The most important factor in selection is identifying those individuals most apt to utilize their leadership for the long-term benefit of the region. In reviewing applications, the Selection Committee looks for candidates who demonstrate the following characteristics:

• Genuine concern for the future of Oakland County and the region
• A sincere commitment, motivation and interest to serve Oakland County and the region
• Willingness and ability to make the time commitment required by the program
• The intention of seeking appointments to community boards, commissions or key volunteer leadership positions
• Representative of the diversity of the region

We strive to model and promote diversity and inclusion as a means to strengthen leadership. We do this by: respecting and encouraging all perspectives; and engaging diverse populations in all activities.

ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENT

Attendance at the retreat and at least 75% of the monthly sessions is a prerequisite for graduation.

CORNERSTONE PROGRAM TUITION

Tuition for Leadership Oakland XXXIV is $3,500 and covers all program costs and materials. A deposit of $250 is required with this application; upon acceptance to the program, it will be applied to the tuition. Tuition must be paid in full 60 days from the date of acceptance to the program, unless other payment arrangements have been made. A limited number of scholarships are available to qualified individuals who may not otherwise be able to participate. If you wish to apply for a scholarship, email a letter with the reason to info@leadereshipoakland.com. Deposits are only refunded if you are not selected to participate by the LO Selection Committee.

If selected as a participant in Leadership Oakland XXXIV, I will attend the Leadership Development retreat and at least 75% of the monthly sessions. I will also make an effort to attend other functions sponsored by the program. I agree to respect and abide by the rules of host locations throughout the program. I understand that if I fail to meet any part of this commitment, I may be asked to withdraw from the program without any refund of tuition. I understand that any false information may disqualify me from participation.

REFUND/CANCELATION POLICY

Cancellations are subject to a $250 registration fee. Cancellations must be made in writing to Leadership Oakland no later than 45 days prior to the opening retreat to receive a full refund (less $250 registration fee). Cancellations after this date will be subject to a prorated refund as follows: 45-30 days 50%; less than 30 days 25% refund.