Leadership Lee County

Leadership Lee County Immersing leaders for greater impact in Lee County, AL through a 9-month Leadership Program & annual Ignite Leadership Summit.

Leadership Lee County is a program sponsored by the Auburn and Opelika Chambers of Commerce. It seeks out, honors, educates, challenges, and develops a select group of leaders who live or work in Lee County and have the potential to provide the leadership needed to solve problems of community and statewide significance. Participants are selected on the basis of ability, demonstrated interest in th

e community, and potential for responsible and effective leadership. The program begins in September with a kick-off retreat and reception and continues monthly through May. The monthly seminars highlight community issues and trends while incorporating professional development, community issues and trends and have the opportunity to hear from prominent leaders throughout the Lee County area.

06/02/2026

At Leadership Lee County, we’re continuing to grow into the resource for leadership development, a connector for our community, and a place for meaningful leadership education right here in Lee County!

We believe strong communities are built by informed, connected, and intentional leaders and we’re excited for what’s ahead.

Join our newsletter to stay connected as we continue developing local leaders and creating opportunities for growth across our community! (Link in bio)

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Staying connected to your community starts with staying informed! Our newsletter is one of the ways we share upcoming ev...
05/18/2026

Staying connected to your community starts with staying informed! Our newsletter is one of the ways we share upcoming events, leadership opportunities, alumni updates, and leadership topics that you definitely want to know about.

If you’d like to stay in the loop and continue growing alongside this community, we’d love to have you on our email list.

Sign up through the link in our bio to receive the next newsletter!

Our community is shaped by the people who invest in it every day. Board member, Jeremy Arthur, shared this:“Leadership i...
05/12/2026

Our community is shaped by the people who invest in it every day. Board member, Jeremy Arthur, shared this:

“Leadership isn’t about being the loudest voice. It’s about bringing people together and moving them forward. In Lee County, progress runs on trust. And trust is built in the small things. Showing up, following through, and giving others the credit. Lead where you are. Invest in people. Be present.”

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We’re excited to gather with our alumni community for another Leadership Lee County Alumni Event! Join us on May 12 at 1...
05/07/2026

We’re excited to gather with our alumni community for another Leadership Lee County Alumni Event!

Join us on May 12 at 11:30 AM at the United Way of Lee County office as we reconnect, share ideas, and continue investing in the leaders shaping Lee County’s future. We can’t wait to see you there!

As Leadership Lee County alumni, we don’t just lead within our organizations - we help shape the direction of our community. But we can’t respond to needs we don’t fully understand.

This is an opportunity to listen, learn, and walk away with a clearer perspective on where leadership is needed most right now.

Register Here: https://leadershipleecounty.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F43580

📍 2133 Executive Park Drive, Opelika
🗓 May 12
⏰ 11:30 AM

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Leadership is shaped by the people and places around us. Take a listen to the conversations we've been getting to have w...
04/27/2026

Leadership is shaped by the people and places around us. Take a listen to the conversations we've been getting to have with local voices who are leading and growing right here in Lee County on our podcast, Leading Locally!

Listen to our podcast on all streaming platforms 🎧

Who would you like to hear on an upcoming episode? 👇

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Meet Charles Livings, a leadership development practitioner dedicated to helping organizations improve workforce perform...
04/24/2026

Meet Charles Livings, a leadership development practitioner dedicated to helping organizations improve workforce performance, team effectiveness, and communication.

With more than 20 years of experience across business, higher education, and workforce development, Charles helps leaders translate strategy into action, build stronger teams, and improve real-world outcomes. Through one-on-one coaching, leadership workshops, group training, public speaking, workforce development programs, and more, he equips leaders to perform with greater clarity and confidence.

As a certified Resilience-Building Leadership Professional Trainer (RBLP, RBLP-C, and RBLP-T), Charles is passionate about developing resilient leaders who create lasting impact.

Visit our website to learn more about Charles and the expertise he brings to leaders in our community.

*Leadership Experts is where we connect individuals, organizations and businesses with leadership experts for one-on-one coaching and event trainings. We desire for Leadership Lee County to be the go-to resource for leadership education in Lee County and Leadership Experts is going to provide that opportunity.

Leadership Lee County does not endorse one expert over another. These experts have applied to be members of our database. The expertise, cost, and deliverables are solely between you and the expert. Leadership Lee County does not facilitate the vetting, proposals, or communication. Our role is connection awareness and connection for more leadership education in our county.*

There are so many ways to get involved in Lee County this Spring and Summer, and sometimes the biggest hurdle is simply ...
04/23/2026

There are so many ways to get involved in Lee County this Spring and Summer, and sometimes the biggest hurdle is simply knowing where to begin!

This list is a starting point to help you find opportunities to plug in, stay connected, and invest in the community around you.

Whether it’s volunteering your time, supporting local organizations, or showing up to what’s already happening, those choices add up. Leadership is often developed in those moments where you choose to be present and engaged.

We can't wait to see the impact you'll be making this spring and summer!

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We’re more connected than ever, but real-life community still can’t be replaced. At the end of the day, people aren’t ju...
04/21/2026

We’re more connected than ever, but real-life community still can’t be replaced.

At the end of the day, people aren’t just looking for information, they want to feel known, and that doesn’t fully happen through a screen. Where does it happen? Well, it happens in real conversations, in noticing how someone’s actually doing, in following up, and in choosing to show up again.

Real-life community builds a different kind of trust that creates a sense of belonging that’s hard to replicate anywhere else.

Over time, that’s what shapes a strong community, people who know each other and are willing to show up for each other.

Shout out to our LLC community! We're so thankful for the leaders we get to build this community with each and every day! Let's continue to stay informed, deepen our awareness of community needs and continue leading with intention in Lee County.

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This month’s class session focused on K–12 Education Day, offering a deeper look into the schools shaping the future of ...
04/17/2026

This month’s class session focused on K–12 Education Day, offering a deeper look into the schools shaping the future of kids in Lee County!

From touring Opelika High School, Auburn High School, and Loachapoka High School to hearing directly from superintendents and education leaders, the class gained valuable insight into the opportunities, challenges, and responsibilities within our local education system.

Each conversation reinforced a simple but powerful truth: strong communities are built through strong schools and strong schools are led by people who are deeply committed to the students and families they serve.

The day concluded with perspective from State School Board Representative, Tracie West.

We’re grateful for the leaders who opened their doors, shared their experiences, and continue to invest in the next generation of Lee County!

Lunch was provided by CTE program - hospitality and tourism. Thank you!

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