Become the leader your community needs
Oxnard Leadership is a 10-session course that lets you experience dynamic, face-to-face meetings with key decision makers and experts on vital issues that shape the future of our local community.
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Oxnard Leadership seeks applicants who desire to enhance their leadership potential, increase their knowledge of the community and are willing to commit their individual talents for future years toward the betterment of the community of Oxnard. A successful candidate should possess a passion for self-improvement with the goal of assisting others.
This interactive program provides a behind-the-scenes view of the issues that impact the region’s economic prosperity and quality of life while developing and refining individual skills to better serve in leadership roles within their organization or in our community. Participants receive a comprehensive overview of the Oxnard area – its realities, opportunities and challenges. |
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Benefits
The benefits of Oxnard Leadership are multifaceted. Your participation in the program allows you, employers, and the community as a whole to reap rewards. Whether you are new to the area, or have lived here for years, this course can open new doors of opportunity. Benefits from the program include the following just to name a few:
- Increase leadership skills and learn how to apply those skills daily
- Gain greater knowledge of the region, its history, and its leaders
- An informal network of diverse colleagues for individual, business, and community problem solving.
- Refinement of values and personal mission.
- Networking opportunities that can help with business solutions.
- Knowledge of regional issues that can be used for greater organizational effectiveness.
- Exposure to other community leaders who are committed to the future of Oxnard.
- An opportunity to position your business as an organization that is committed
Commitment
An applicant's willingness to invest the time required for active participation in the program is a requirement of selection. Session hours vary, but typically start at 8:00 am and end at 4:00 pm
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Session 1: Government
Learn about the governmental structure of our region and meet with city and county-level elected officials as they share their experience and vision for our community. Session 2 - Public Safety Spend the day alongside Oxnard Police Department, SWAT, and take a behind-the-scenes tour of Ventura County Jail. Session 3 - Education Visit our local high schools and universities to see how they’re serving our young people and preparing the next generation of leaders. Session 4 - History, Parks & Museums Discover how our community was founded and experience our regions rich culture and history. Session 5 - International Trade & Defense Guided tours of The Port of Hueneme and Naval Base Ventura County will display the impact these institutions have on a local, regional and international level. Session 6 - Public Services Go behind-the-scenes to see how our city services operate on a daily basis. Past visits include the Advanced Water Purification Facility, Del Norte Regional Recycling, and the Wastewater Treatment Plant. Session 7 - Health & Human Services Visits to St. John’s Regional Medical Center and FOOD Share highlight the ways our community is serving the needs of a growing population. Session 8 - Commerce Discover your leadership style, learn about workforce development & business ethics, and visit some of our local businesses. Past visits have included Haas Automation and a boat tour of Channel Islands Harbor. Session 9 - Agriculture/Natural Resources Meet with the Ventura County Agricultural Commissioner, tour a local farm, and experience an incredible agricultural testing facility located right here in our own backyard. Session 10 - Energy Learn about oil and gas production in Ventura County and its impact here and abroad, discover alternative energy sources, and hear from experts in the field. |
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Tuition
The full course investment of $875 per participant covers the cost of all 10 sessions, materials, food, graduation ceremony and recognition plaque.
For more information, please call (805) 983-6118 or email info@oxnardchamber.org.
For more information, please call (805) 983-6118 or email info@oxnardchamber.org.
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I recommend the Oxnard Leadership program, especially to younger professionals working and networking throughout Oxnard and Ventura County. Having the opportunity to sit down and speak with Representative Irwin, our Ventura County Supervisor, Ventura County CEO, Oxnard City Managers, Police & Fire Chiefs, and local business leaders was invaluable. |
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The best professional development opportunity I've participated in during the past five years. |
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I highly recommend anyone who lives and or works in our community to seriously consider going through this program. You will undoubtedly learn things about our community that you did not know before, and you will make new connections that otherwise would not have been possible. |
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It has been an honor and privilege to be a part of such a rewarding adventure to learn and enrich my knowledge with all that the academy classes have shared with me. |