Copy of Leadership Bartlesville Class of XXXV

Leadership Bartlesville is an issue-oriented leadership development program that informs, motivates, and increases the awareness of selected participants through seminars and interaction with community decision makers. The goals for the Leadership Bartlesville program are to develop participant awareness of the Bartlesville area, its problems, challenges and opportunities by examining the major systems which contribute to patterns of life in the area; to provide opportunities for communication among emerging and established leadership for public and private organizations, planning bodies and commissions; and to motivate and encourage participants to assume community leadership roles.

Leadership Bartlesville is open to all interested residents of the Bartlesville area and does not discriminate because of age, sex, race, religion, or national origin. Participants are selected on the basis of ability, demonstrated interest in the Bartlesville community, and insight for effective leadership.

The  deadline  for  completed  applications  is  June 30th at  5pm.  Completed  applications  should  be  returned  to the Bartlesville  Regional  Chamber  of  Commerce,  Attn:  Leadership  Bartlesville,  201  SW  Keeler,  Bartlesville, OK 74003. If mailing, they must be postmarked by June 30, 2025.

COMMITMENT

The program consists of a two-day orientation retreat which is mandatory, and nine monthly class sessions. The program requires a definite commitment of time on the part of each participant as well as their employer. If a class member cannot attend a scheduled session, they must notify the Program Chair 48 hours prior to that session. Members with more than one and a half sessions of absence from the Leadership Bartlesville program will be dropped from the program without a tuition refund, unless the Leadership Bartlesville Steering Committee chairman has previously approved absences above the limit. Excused absence requests must be submitted in writing.


LEADERSHIP BARTLESVILLE CLASS XXXV

PROGRAM SCHEDULE 2025-2026

(Session topics may switch but dates are set)

August 21 | 9:30am-4:30pm | Orientation Day 1 

August 22 | 8am-2pm | Orientation Day 2 

August 26 | 4-6pm | Welcome Reception 

September 16 | 8am-5pm | Community Services 

September 23 | 11:30am-1pm | Connect Lunch #1 

October 14 | 8am-5pm | City Government 

October 28 | 11:30am-1pm | Connect Lunch #2 

November 12 | 8am-5pm | Economic Development/Large Business 

December 9 | 8am-5pm | Education 

December 16 | 4-6pm | LB35 Holiday Social 

January 15 | 8am-5pm | Criminal Justice 

January 27 | 11am-1pm | Class Project Planning Lunch 

February 10 | 8am-5pm | Healthcare 

February 24 | 11am-1pm | Connect Lunch #3 

March 10 | 8am-5pm | Small Business 

April 8 | 7:30am-5:30pm OKC | Bartlesville Day at the Capitol 

May 5 | 8am-5pm | Tourism and the Arts 

May 12 | 8:30am-1pm | Capstone Presentations 

May 14 | 6-9pm | Graduation at Chamber’s Annual Gala and Awards 


*Participants should note times and plan to stay until the end of each session.


Class times are scheduled from 8am-5pm and Luncheon Session class times are scheduled for 11am-1pm, 

with exceptions noted.  Participants should plan to stay until the end of each session.

Applicants must be available for brief interview on interview dates (sign up here)


NOTIFICATION


All applicants will be notified of acceptance into the program by August 1, 2025


TUITION FEE


Tuition for Leadership Bartlesville is $975. After notification of acceptance, payment will be due on or before August 15, 2025. If tuition is not received, an alternate member will be named after the due date.

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Supervisor or Sponsoring Organization
Nominees for the Leadership Bartlesville program must have the support and commitment of their sponsoring business or organization. The signature of the sponsoring organization is necessary as an indication of support of the nominee’s participation in Leadership Bartlesville, and understanding of the attendance requirements and expense involved.

Agreement


I, hereby grant Leadership Bartlesville, through its designated representative, permission to verify any information contained on the succeeding application. I understand completion of this application does not ensure my acceptance into Class XXXIII. To graduate from the Leadership Bartlesville program, I am committed to attending the required Orientation Retreat, Bartlesville Day at the Capitol, and to attend all monthly sessions (see page 1 for dates). No more than 1.5 absence is allowed. This requirement is strictly enforced. I further understand that participation in all Leadership Bartlesville sessions is essential to the learning experience and I may be dropped from the class without a tuition refund and will not graduate if I miss more than 1.5 sessions. All students must work at a company that is currently a Chamber Member.


Applications must be received at the

Bartlesville Regional Chamber of Commerce In person or by mail to:

201 S Keeler, Bartlesville, OK 74003 Attn: Leadership Bartlesville Application Deadline:

June 30, 2025 @5pm

If you have questions about the Leadership Bartlesville Program or this application please contact Sherri

Wilt at the Chamber of Commerce. By phone at 336-8708 or by e-mail - SWilt@bartlesville.com.

Confidential Application Class XXXV

Do you serve on any boards, commissions, or committees within Washington County? Please list 

Preference will be given to those who live in the community.

Education History
Begin with high school, then college(s), business or trade schools and/or special training

Employment History
Account for all periods including military active duty

Community Service/Activities
What is your major volunteer role at this time?

Would you be willing to serve with additional organizations, boards, or civic groups? Yes or No If yes, what subject areas interest you most? 

What conditions have changed that now enable you to seek involvement in the community? 

General Information

what role do you see yourself in five years from now (whether in business, politics, or the 

community)?

Commitment

To graduate from the Leadership Bartlesville program, the participant must be aware and commit to the following: The program consists of a two-day orientation retreat which is mandatory, and nine monthly class sessions. The program requires a definite commitment of time on the part of each participant as well as their employer. If a class member cannot attend a scheduled session, they must notify the Program Chair 48 hours prior to that session. Members with more than one and a half sessions of absence in the Leadership Bartlesville program will be dropped from the program without a tuition refund, unless the Leadership Bartlesville Steering Committee chairman has previously approved absences above the limit. Excused absence requests must be submitted in writing.