Progress through Leadership.
Leadership Giles
Producing high quality leaders while cultivating their community awareness and developing focus for continuous improvement.
Mission
Leadership Giles exists to recognize and nurture leadership talents from diverse backgrounds and experiences, who have a demonstrated talent and commitment for leadership, and who are interested in helping direct the future of Giles County and Pulaski.
Purpose
To facilitate, stimulate and develop future leaders through a nine month program of direct exposure, interaction and activities in various aspects of the community, with the goal of building a consensus among participants, and fostering personal and professional relationships.
Program
Leadership Giles is designed to immerse participants in the people, organizations, and opportunities that shape Giles County while building the skills and relationships needed to lead our community into the future.
The program begins with an opening retreat in August and concludes with graduation in May. Throughout the year, participants take part in monthly leadership experiences that explore a wide range of topics, industries, and community assets. Each session combines behind-the-scenes access, interactive discussions, hands-on learning, and conversations with local leaders, giving participants a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing Giles County.
Rather than traditional classroom lectures, Leadership Giles emphasizes engagement. Participants will explore leadership styles, strengthen decision-making skills, collaborate on real-world issues, and learn from one another through meaningful discussion and shared experiences. Every session is designed to encourage active participation, networking, and personal growth.
Beyond the monthly sessions, each class works together to plan and execute a signature class project that creates a lasting impact on the community. Participants are also responsible for developing and carrying out fundraising efforts to support the project. This collaborative experience strengthens teamwork, problem-solving, and project management skills while leaving a meaningful legacy. The completed project plan and outcomes will be presented during the Leadership Giles graduation ceremony in May.
