Leadership Ventura County

Leadership with Purpose

Leadership Ventura County connects and cultivates a diverse network of passionate, capable leaders through an immersion in both critical issues shaping Ventura County and opportunities for personal and professional growth. LVC’s comprehensive program ignites awareness and inspiration, helping cohort members discover their individual pathway toward impacting our region.

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Building A Community of Leadership, With You.

With your support, LVC is able to cultivate diverse, inclusive leadership that has a unique impact on our region and business culture. It truly takes a village. Without our sponsors, donors, volunteers, and alumni, we would cease to exist. We are so grateful to you all. If LVC has had a positive influence on your career, business culture, overall success or perspective - please consider giving back in whatever capacity you are able.

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What to Expect from Leadership Ventura County

A unique and engaging experience, Leadership Ventura County brings an unmatched depth of knowledge and local leadership perspective. This program includes:

  • Ten Focus Sessions
    We'll cover impactful topics, such as p    ublic safety, local government & the legislative process, education, housing & transportation, water & agriculture, the economy, arts & culture, environment, and more.
  • Cohort Ice-Breakers and Community Building
    Get to know your fellow classmates in a fun, interactive way.
  • City Explorations
    Explore one of the ten cities in our county, and regroup with the full class to share what you learned.
  • Trip to Sacramento
    Tie what happens at the state level, to what happens at our local level and meet with every legislative representative at the state level that touches Ventura County.
  • Get Togethers with Cohort and Alumni
    Optional monthly happy hours, volunteer events, and annual mixers.
  • Graduation Ceremony
    Including certificates of commendation on behalf of Leadership VC and many of our elected officials.
Apply For our signature program - Leadership VEntura COunty

LVC Objectives

Create …

a leadership development program incorporating, business, social services, education, community, government, and cultural issues throughout Ventura County;

Promote …

the inclusion of diverse groups of individuals;

Broaden …

the awareness, understanding and appreciation of a variety of critical issues affecting life in Ventura County, through contacts with community leaders, and participation in workshops, field studies, and related programs.

QUOTE: Valley Bloom

"The most valuable thing I got out of my Leadership Ventura County experience was the increased passion to serve my community. Ventura County is unique and has so much to offer. The leaders within the County work collaboratively to face challenges. As a leader in the County, it is critical that you be able to connect the dots. Leadership VC will help you do exactly that."

- Jeremey Shumaker

Leadership Ventura County, class of 2021

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