PEAK Leadership Program Accepting Nominations for 2009-2010

The PEAK Leadership Program announced today it is accepting nominations for the PEAK Leadership Class of 2009-2010. The annual 10-month adult community PEAK Leadership Program is open to residents in Clallam and Jefferson Counties who are old enough to have demonstrated leadership and who want to invest themselves in the leadership capacity of the two-county region.

The mission of the PEAK Program is to foster leaders who are purposeful, effective, authentic, and who exemplify the keystone of quality leadership. It is geared toward those who want to increase their personal and professional development, as well as gain a deeper appreciation of the skills and dynamics of collaborative leadership.

The program provides emerging and existing leaders with the unique opportunity to gain first-hand information and a deeper understanding of the complexities and interconnectivity of our communities on the North Olympic Peninsula. The program accomplishes this through a series of once-a-month community- or topic- perspective learning sessions held on site, at different locations throughout the two-county region.

Among other things, participants are required to fulfill a small-group project that will focus on a significant challenge facing our communities. The professional development and collaborative aspects of the program help to foster a common approach and deeper understanding of the leadership skills and dynamics of effective leadership.

The PEAK Leadership Program launched its premiere class in September 2008 with 12 participants who will graduate this June. Up to 25 participants will be selected for 2009-2010 class, representing the public, private, non-profit or community service interests of the area. Representation from all jurisdictions throughout the the two-county region will be sought, including Neah Bay, Brinnon, Queets, Port Townsend, and all points in between.

Those interested in referring a participant to the PEAK Leadership Program are encouraged to do so as soon as possible. The deadline for referrals has been extended to July 1, 2009, followed by an application and interview process and final selections announced in early August.

Candidate submissions can also be emailed to nominate@peakleadershipnw.net, and include name, title, affiliation, and contact information for both yourself and the nominee. Interested persons are also welcome to refer themselves. There is no financial obligation to those who recommend someone to the program. Candidate referral forms are also available upon request by email or by calling (360) 301-4134.

For more information, please contact the PEAK Leadership Director Danille Turissini at danille@peakleadershipnw.net or (360) 301-4134.