Leadership Walton

Leadership Walton is a unique and innovative approach to the traditional community-based leadership model. The program offers participants the opportunity to:

• Develop leadership, entrepreneurial, and team-building skills

• Increase their value to their organization

• Strengthen and positively impact the greater community

What Makes Leadership Walton Stand Out
Participants will:

• Complete the internationally recognized Dale Carnegie program and graduate with a nationally recognized certification

• Take the Everything DiSC Workplace® Assessment to better understand their leadership style and learn how to work effectively with others

• Be paired with a mentor through Mentoring Emerald Coast to guide them in achieving professional and personal goals

• Gain real-world insight through experiential learning, team-building, leadership interviews, reading assignments, and mentoring others in the community

• Participate in a joint Community Day with Leadership Okaloosa, expanding networking and collaboration opportunities beyond county lines

Program Highlights
The program runs from September to May, beginning with a two-day opening retreat at Alaqua Animal Refuge. Sessions are held one to two times per month, generally from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and focus on topics such as:

• Beliefs & Attitudes

• Team Building

• Communication

• Organizational Leadership

• Coaching

• Time Management

• Servanthood

Participants will also:

• Attend local government meetings and connect with community leaders

• Take part in a two-day Tallahassee trip during the Florida Legislative Session to observe the Senate or House in session, meet with legislators, and learn about the legislative process

• Experience exclusive behind-the-scenes tours, site visits, and community impact projects

The program concludes with a graduation dinner and ceremony in May, celebrating participants’ growth and accomplishments.