About the Program

The Greenville-Pitt County Chamber of Commerce Leadership Institute strives to provide Greenville-Pitt County with an enduring source of diverse leaders who are prepared and committed to serving the community.  During the eight-month program, participants get an in-depth view of community issues, develop leadership skills necessary to assume leadership roles, and are exposed to community involvement opportunities.  Participants study the qualities that make an effective leader, analyze individual leadership roles, and develop personal leadership styles and skills.  The program will open your eyes to new challenges and opportunities and the role you can play in shaping the future of our community and region.

Through hands-on experience, participants fully explore topics such as: education, government and law, arts and culture, economic development, health care, business and industry, and media.  The program culminates with a graduation ceremony and the unveiling of the class project.  Once graduated, participants become alumni of the program and continue their impact on the Greenville-Pitt County community.

The Greenville-Pitt County Chamber of Commerce Leadership Institute has trained and graduated over 1,000 civic leaders since its inception in 1983.

2024 - 2025 Leadership Participants


Joshua Breazeale 
Parents for Public Schools of Pitt County


Joey Lamm
Bank of America, N.A. 


Corena Bristow
ECU Athletics

        
Monica Lassiter 
NC Biotechnology Center

Jessica Carter
City of Greenville



Brianna Long
Pitt Street Brewing Company


Mason Childress
First Citizens Bank

  
Vincent Malvarosa
Greenville Utilities Commission 

Brittany Collins
Physicians East
Stacy Matthews-Fox
Orthopaedics East and Sports Medicine Center


Dr. Lori Collins
Pitt County Schools


Ben Omuya
East Carolina University

Liz Cook
Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc.


Tyler Peacock
Nutrien

Erika Edmundson
Pirate's Popcorn


Latrice Perry
Pitt Community College

Bryce Edwards
Attindas Hygiene Partners



Carley Revlett
Attindas Hygiene Partners

Dana Everett
ECU Health Foundation


Dr. Kim Reynolds-Edwards
Integrated Family Services

Dana Fuller
Southern Bank and Trust Company


Rafael Souza
Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc. 

Chris Hopkins
Reimage Church


William Stokes
City of Greenville

Elise Karriker
Rob Hall Realty


Julie Walker
ECU Health Medical Center


Nick Klapp 
Greenville Utilities Commission

What can the Leadership Institute do for you?

The ultimate goal of the Greenville-Pitt County Chamber of Commerce Leadership Institute is for participants to become actively involved in leadership roles in the community, thus enriching the quality of life and shaping the future.  During the eight-month program, participants will gain:

  • Personal leadership skills and development
  • An in-depth view of critical issues facing our community
  • Opportunities to discuss key issues with community leaders
  • Access to opportunities for community involvement
  • New and strengthened relationships with peers

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How long is the program?
The Leadership Institute runs from September - May.  There is an opening reception in August 2024 at the Pitt-Greenville Airport from 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. that serves as a meet and greet for the participants and sponsors.  Attendance for the opening reception is highly encouraged.  The program begins with a mandatory retreat on September 9 - September 10, 2024 at the Trinity Center in Pine Knoll Shores, NC.  There is one program session each month and the program concludes with a graduation ceremony.

Who can apply?
Applicants must be employed by a Chamber member business/organization in good standing and live and/or work in Pitt County.  Applications are carefully reviewed by the Leadership Advisory Council and participants are selected based on community involvement and their commitment to bettering themselves and their community.  Applicants must have prior approval of their supervisor, if applicable for this commitment.

How much does the program cost?
Tuition for the Greenville-Pitt County Chamber of Commerce Leadership Institute is $1,300.  The tuition fee covers all related expenses associated with the program.  Cancellation after acceptance into the program, but prior to the retreat, results in forfeiture of 50% of the tuition.  No refund will be made if cancellation occurs after Friday, August 16, 2024.  Tuition must be paid in full by the due date listed on the application.

What are the program requirements?
Over the course of the program, no class member may miss more than two class sessions.  If a participant is unable to attend a class session, he/she must provide notification prior to that respective session.  To successfully graduate from the program, participants are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements.

2024-2025 Session Dates

  • Opening Reception: Thursday, August 22, 2024
  • Retreat: Monday, September 9 - Tuesday, September 10, 2024
  • Session One: Wednesday, October 9, 2024
  • Session Two: Wednesday, November 13, 2024
  • Session Three: Wednesday, December 11, 2024
  • Session Four: Wednesday, January 8, 2025
  • Session Five: Wednesday, February 12, 2025
  • Session Six: Wednesday, March 12, 2025
  • Session Seven: Wednesday, April 9, 2025
  • Graduation: Wednesday, May 14, 2025

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Questions?

Please contact Kimber Stone or call (252) 752-4101 ext. 2222.

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