Leadership Bartlesville Class of XXXVI - Bartlesville Regional Chamber of Commerce

Leadership Bartlesville Class of XXXVI

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, 2026.

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 XXXVI

PROGRAM SCHEDULE 2026-2027

(Session topics may switch but dates are set)

August 20 | 9:00am-4:00pm | Orientation Day 1 (Archway Properties Event Space)

August 21 | 8am-2pm | Orientation Day 2 (Heart Matters)

August 25 | 4:30-6pm | Welcome Reception

September 9 | 8am-5pm | Community Services (Laura Gorman)

September 22 | 11:30am-1pm | BCF Celebrate Together Lunch (optional)

October 14 | 8am-5pm | City Government (City Staff)

October 20 | 11:30am-1pm | Connect Lunch #1 (Be the Light)

November 4 | 8am-5pm | Economic Development/Large Business (Jason Kreider, Ben Mense, COP - Blair Ellis)

November 19 | 11:30pm-1pm | Connect Lunch #2 (On the Rock)

December 9 | 8am-5pm | Education (Laci Harris)

December 15? | 4:30-6pm | LB36 Holiday Social

January 13 | 8am-5pm | Criminal Justice (BPD, Judge Vaclaw)

January 28 | 11am-1pm | Class Project Planning Lunch (Hillcrest)

February 10 | 8am-5pm | Healthcare (Jennifer Butler)

February 25 | 11am-1pm | Connect Lunch #3 (SPCA)

March 10 | 8am-5pm | Small Business (Perspective Staff)

April 7 | 8am-5pm | Tourism and the Arts (Maria Gus)

April 14 | 7:30am-5:30pm OKC | Day at the Capitol (Mike Wilt)

May 6 | 9:00am-1pm | Capstone Presentations

May 6 | 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, 2026

TUITION FEE

Tuition for Leadership Bartlesville is $1100. After notification of acceptance, payment will be due on or before August 15, 2026. If tuition is not received, an alternate member will be named after the due date.

Fields marked with an * are required.

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.

Name of Supervisor or Sponsoring Organization *

Representative Signature *

Title *

Organization *

Agreement

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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 XXXVI. 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, 2026 @5pm

If you have questions about the Leadership Bartlesville Program or this application please contact Tressa Cruse at the Chamber of Commerce. By phone at 336-8708 or by e-mail - tcruse@bartlesville.com

Name *

Date *

Confidential Application Class XXXVI

Name *

Home Address *

Employer *

Title/Job Responsibility *

Work Address *

Are you subject for a transfer? *

Cell Phone *

Email *

Birthday *

Length or Residence in Bartlesville *

How long do you anticipate being a resident in the Bartlesville area? *

Have you previously applied to Leadership Bartlesville? If so, when?

Have you ever participated in any other Leadership class? If so, where?

If you do not live in Washington County...

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

Name & City of School - Dates (from-to) - Degree Major *

Special Awards, Honors, Prizes for Academic Performance

Extracurricular Activities and Special Honors or Awards for Leadership Activities

Employment History
Account for all periods including military active duty

Previous Employers - Responsibility/Title - Dates Employed *

What do you consider your highest responsibility, skill or career achievement to date? *

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

Organization

Position(s) in that Organization

Describe Responsibilities

How much time each month do you commit to community, civic & professional organizations/activities *

After completion of Leadership Bartlesville *

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

If you have previously not had the time or interest to become actively involved... *

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

General Information

What would you hope to gain by participating in Leadership Bartlesville? *

What are your long-range goals? *

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

community)?

In your opinion what do you feel to be the most significant problem facing the Bartlesville area? *

Commitment

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.

Signature *