Join the Next Waukee Leadership Institute Class
Take the Next Step to Transform Your Life as a Local Leader Apply NowThe 2020-2021 Class is Going Virtual
Due to the current environment, all class sessions will be held virtually via Zoom. Most sessions will be held on the third Tuesday of the month from 6 to 8 pm.
HOW TO APPLY
Join the Upcoming Class
1. APPLY FOR THE NEXT CLASS
Complete the application form, below, to submit your interest to join the next Waukee Leadership Institute class.
2. APPLICATION REVIEW
The Waukee Leadership Institute Board of Directors will review your application and determine if you are a fit for the program.
3. HONE YOUR LEADERSHIP SKILLS
If your application is approved, get ready to join a cohort of emerging leaders looking to grow, learn, and enjoy the journey.
What to Expect
Learn More about the Virtual 2020-2021 Class
From September 2020 to April 2021, the Waukee Leadership Institute class meets every third Tuesday of every month from 6 to 8 p.m. This class is offered virtually, and meetings will be held over Zoom.
September 15, 2020
October 20, 2020
November 17, 2020
December 15, 2020
January 19, 2021
February 16, 2021
March 23, 2021
April 6, 2021
April 20, 2021 (Graduation)
Take a look at the curriculum.
Cost: $350 (due before September session)
Behind the Scenes
Past Classes and Events

The class of 2017 at the unveiling of their project, the Waukee Veterans Memorial.

Members of the 2016 class with Waukee Leadership Institute co-founder and former Mayor Bill Peard.

The class of 2018 held a chili cook-off between the Waukee Police and Fire Departments.

Former Iowa Governor Tom Vilsack spoke at the January 2020 class.

The class of 2019 at their graduation ceremony.

The class of 2015 at Celebrate Waukee, the community event they organized for their class project.
Waukee Leadership Institute Participants Gain…
Leadership lessons from Waukee Police Chief John Quinn, former Governor Tom Vilsack, Waukee city officials, and local business leaders.
Insight on current and upcoming Waukee economic development and school projects.
Gallup CliftonStrengths (StrengthsFinder) assessment and professional facilitation.
Experience working with a team of fellow emerging leaders to bring a betterment project to life.
2020-2021
Apply to Join the Next Waukee Leadership Institute Class
The Waukee Leadership Institute has been developing leaders in Waukee, Iowa since 2006.
