Leadership Pasadena · Class of 2024 Application

Congratulations on deciding to take the next step in your leadership journey! We clearly believe there is more impact to be made as individuals grow their leadership capacity, community knowledge, and network connections — and we're happy you do too.

The application process is straightforward. We want to better understand candidates' motivations for joining a community leadership development program and ensure we have a balance of participant perspectives within the cohort. Before applying, please make sure you have reviewed the dates for the 2024 class sessions. 80% attendance is required to graduate.

We are taking applications between September 15th and December 15st, 2024. Applications will be reviewed by the LP administrators and brought to the Leadership Pasadena Board for review after a candidate interview. Questions can be directed to info@leadershippasadena.org

Please be sure to hit SUBMIT at the end or your application will not be saved. As it takes a little time to fill this out, please be ready to do it in one sitting.

Contact Information

Name

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First Name

Last Name

Preferred Email

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Verify Email

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Address

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Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State/Province

ZIP/Postal Code

Country

Phone to call about application

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Employment Information

Our participants come from every professional scenario, including retired and/or self-employed. We collect employer information to know where our participants are coming from and keep a balance of industry perspectives, corporate size, and focus.

Employer Type

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If other, please describe

Organization/Employer

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Professional Title

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Years in this role

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If accepted, will you review the session dates with your employer?

Some of our class sessions occur during the traditional work week. We hope early communication and transparency about session times allows you and your employer to clear your schedule to be able to attend all sessions.

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No

I plan to

Supervisor name and contact information

This is to possibly invite your supervisor to your graduation, or if arrangements need to be made to support your employer paying your tuition.

Please upload a current resume, bio, or portfolio

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Educational Background

We collect this information to know participants' area of study. We are curious about non-traditional education paths too!

Educational degrees received

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Highschool

Bachelors

Masters

Doctorate

Other

School(s) attended

Military Background

We offer scholarships to military veterans and military personnel in active service, if accepted into the program.

Are you a military veteran or in military service?

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Yes

No

Please upload your DD Form 214 here

Only applicants with a honorable discharge will be considered for this program. If you received a discharge from military service that is less than honorable, please attach a brief written description of the reason for your discharge.Application materials are confidential and will be shared only with the small selection team.

Your branch of service and last rank

Please describe your military work experience (job duties)?

Community Engagement

We know people define their community differently. We are interested in how and where you engage with other people outside of your professional realm.

Volunteer involvement

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Where have you volunteered before, and how long have you been volunteering for that organization/program/activity? Please put N/A if you have not participated in volunteer activities.

Any nonprofit or Board experience?

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Please list any organizations, roles, and the length you've served in those roles. Put N/A if you have not worked with any nonprofit or Board.

Any city governance or advisory roles you have been a part of? I.e. commissions, councils, committees, etc.

Personal Interests / Community Concerns

This is where we get to know your connection to the community of the San Gabriel Valley/Greater Pasadena area — or the areas of personal concern and/or advocacy you believe need solution finding.

Why are you interested in Leadership Pasadena?

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In 100 words or less, describe what brought you to us/this program.

What concerns do you hold for the community of the Greater Pasadena area?

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Specifically, how do you see the concerns growing and/or how do you see yourself contributing to solution finding (if you would like to)?

Describe a personal experience or life moment that had a significant impact on your personal development.

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Requested, but not required. Please put N/A if you choose not to answer.

What skills and talents do you bring to Leadership Pasadena?

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What other personal or professional leadership development programs have you completed?

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N/A if none

What other community education/development programs have you participated in?

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N/A if none

Commitment

We have space for 24 people in the cohort. It is important that everyone participates to the fullest of their ability.

Have you reviewed the session dates and times for the 2024 program, and if accepted, do you have the necessary time to complete it?

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Tuition Assistance: Do you wish to apply for tuition assistance for your participation in the program?

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Apply for assistance does NOT affect your application in any way. We do not want program cost to limit anyone's participation! If accepted, you will be sent a scholarship application at that time to complete. (Note: Military service veterans, please select "I wish to apply for the Military Veterans Scholarship".)

Yes

No

Not sure yet

I wish to apply for the Military Veterans Sponsorship

Time Acknowledgement

In order to accomplish Leadership Pasadena’s objectives, the full participation of each individual is essential. Participants are required to attend at least 80 percent of all scheduled seminars in order to graduate. It is encouraged that each participant continue his/her involvement with Leadership Pasadena in some volunteer role after graduation. By typing my name below, I understand and agree to adhere to the required time commitment for Leadership Pasadena.

Name

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First Name

Last Name

Financial Commitment

You must pay $500 of your tuition by January 1, 2024. We encourage full payment of your tuition as soon as possible but we will establish an individual tuition payment plan with whomever is responsible for paying the tuition over time if needed. Tuition must be paid in full by May 1st, 2024 in order to graduate. Tuition may be paid by check or credit card. By typing my name below, you understand and agree to the required financial commitment for Leadership Pasadena.

Name

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First Name

Last Name

Payment Source: Who do you expect to pay for Leadership Pasadena?

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This is to help us with setting up a payment arrangement with you (via your employer or individually).

I intend to accept full responsibility as an individual candidate to pay the full tuition by April 15th, 2024 unless other arrangements are agreed to in writing by Leadership Pasadena (such as a financial scholarship and/or a payment plan.)

I intend that my organization or another sponsor will accept full responsibility for paying tuition by April 15th, 2024, unless other arrangements are agreed to in writing, and I will have the full backing of my supervisor and organization for the financial commitment.

I intend to apply for the Veterans Scholarship to cover my tuition.

I am not sure yet who will be responsible for payment of the tuition. I am working on it!

Other important information

The following information is requested to help us evaluate our program. None of your answers will be used in considering your application to participate in the next Leadership Pasadena class.

How long have you lived or worked in the Pasadena area?

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How well do you feel you know the Pasadena community?

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Your age range

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Under 25

25-30

31-35

36-40

41-45

46-50

51-55

56-60

60+

If other, please describe

Thank you!

Please hit SUBMIT or your application will not be saved/submitted! Thank you for your interest in Leadership Pasadena. We will confirm receipt of your application within one week. We will contact you to set up an interview to meet several of our Board members and alums to discuss Leadership Pasadena with you in person. Interviews will be held October - December.