Led by the Chamber of Commerce, Leadership Carbondale is a program formed to build strong leaders and prepare them for leadership roles in the community. Participants will gather valuable knowledge and resources through a training curriculum designed to teach how to be better leaders, network with other leaders and professionals, and learn more about the community of Carbondale.
"I was part of the Carbondale Chamber Leader Training in 2025 and would recommend this training to anyone in the Carbondale Business Commnity. I've lived in Southern Illinois my entire life, and this program showed me many businesses in town that I didn't know even existed. It was a great experience to learn about other business in town and to hear the positive effect those business have on our shared commuity. "
Jarus Jones Senior Associate, Carbondale Manager, Hafer
2026 Leadership Class
PURPOSE
ALIGN
To create alignment with the purpose of evoking positive actions from others and encourage the ongoing development of your capacities.
UNDERSTAND
To provide a deeper understanding of the Carbondale Community, and to learn from Leadership Carbondale Alumni.
LEAD
To thoroughly understand the seven capacities of Positive Leadership: Authenticity, Purpose, Advocacy, Resilience, Community Building, Reason, and Gratitude.
Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the schedule like? This class meets one full day per month, typically the last Friday of the month for an eight-month period beginning in April.
How much does it cost? The cost of the class is $500, some scholarships may be available. Material fees may still apply for scholarship recipients.
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CONGRATULATIONS TO THE
CLASS OF 2025
Francine Wien-Frankowski, Children and Youth Service Librarian
Tricia Edwards, Executive Assistant SI NOW
Kristin Royster, Associate Branch Manager Banterra Bank
Jaclyn Durcholz, Senior Marketing Associate Social Media Specialist, SIU Carbondale Office of the Chancellor
Sharonda Cawthon, Equity & Engagement Coordinator at City of Carbondale
Sydney Devine, Fitness Coordinator at SIU Student Recreation Center
Jason Rose, Aquatic and Recreation Program Director at Carbondale Park District
Logan Brown, District Executive at Greater St. Louis Area Scouting
