Leadership Hillsborough, which provides development opportunities to leaders who seek to expand their leadership on diverse dynamics, has announced its 14 new class members in the Tampa Bay area.

The class shares similar goals with the previous graduates, such as better understanding their roles as community leaders, building relationships within the community and creating an influential network and collaborative opportunities.

The 10-month-long program runs from September through June and requires a commitment of at least one full day per month with an overnight opening retreat and a midyear retreat.

Participants also have the opportunity to speak directly with established leaders in Hillsborough County.

To graduate from the program, each class member must attend 80% of the planned seminars. Additionally, the class must work together and complete a class project before graduation. 

Leadership Hillsborough is a nonprofit organization governed by a volunteer board of directors. It was founded in 1989 to promote harmonious relations and enhance communication by unifying all sectors of Hillsborough County through encouraging interaction among business, professional and community-oriented individuals.

By Devonta Davis  –  Digital Producer, Tampa Bay Business Journal