Leadership Barry County
Leadership Barry County helps established and emerging leaders develop skills, build relationships, and better understand the people, organizations, and opportunities that shape Barry County.
The program creates space for people to connect, learn, grow, and take an active role in building stronger communities.
What Is Leadership Barry County?
Leadership Barry County is a leadership development program that brings local people together to build professional and personal leadership skills, learn about Barry County, and create lasting relationships with other community-minded individuals.
BuildING Leaders
Leadership Barry County offers a hands-on learning experience for people who want to grow as leaders.
Participants learn through discussion, local experiences, relationship-building, and conversations with people who serve Barry County in many different ways.
The program is built on values of:
- Integrity
- Honesty
- Trustworthiness
- Inclusiveness
- Professional growth
- Personal growth
EquipING the Community
Leadership Barry County also supports the wider community through educational workshops and connection opportunities.
Programs may include:
- Workshops for people considering public office
- Connections between nonprofits and prospective board members
- Community leadership education
- Networking and relationship-building opportunities
EmpowerING Graduates
For nearly four decades, Leadership Barry County has built a network of more than 600 program graduates.
Graduates stay connected through ongoing learning, networking, and leadership opportunities throughout West Michigan.
Registration
Sign Up
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Program Dates
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Youth Quest
Leadership Development for High School Students
Youth Quest gives local 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students an opportunity to build leadership skills through team-building, goal setting, cooperation, creative problem-solving, and self-awareness. Students learn about their own leadership styles, work with students from different schools, and gain skills that can help them throughout high school, college, careers, and community life.
The Youth Quest weekend is hosted at the YMCA of Barry County Camp Algonquin with skilled facilitators.
Use the button below to view current board members and staff for Leadership Barry County.
