BEST Leadership Program
*Now Accepting Applications!
The B.E.S.T Leadership Program is a partnership between the Bastrop, Elgin and Smithville Chambers of Commerce.
Established in 2004 through a visionary collaboration between the Bastrop, Elgin, and Smithville Chambers of Commerce, the B.E.S.T Leadership Program offers a dynamic and interactive experience to equip exceptional community and business leaders throughout Bastrop County.
Our vision is to empower leaders to be agents of positive change by helping them better understand our community's challenges and opportunities through effective leadership.
The program consists of eight expertly guided sessions over nine months led by Jackie Johnston, of TalentVantage, LLC, a seasoned professional in organizational development consulting and certified in executive leadership coaching.
This immersive experience offers a multifaceted approach, covering:
- Organizational and community leadership skills
- Personal and professional growth
- Teambuilding and workstyle
- Local economic development insights
- Understanding local, county, and state governance
- A foundation for education, health, human services, governmental systems, and economic development
Participants gain a comprehensive perspective on their community's opportunities and challenges through unique insights into city, county, and state-level organizations, community service programs, and businesses.
By acquainting participants with local needs and fostering an understanding of the relationships among entities and individual talents, the B.E.S.T Leadership Program encourages current and future leaders to contribute actively to a thriving community.
As this leadership program benefits the employer, many employers are willing to absorb this cost for interested employees.
Participation in the B.E.S.T Leadership Program is limited. Apply now to secure your spot, and join us on a journey that will empower you to lead with vision, integrity, and impact.
For inquiries and registration, please contact:
Jackie Johnston, MA, SHRM-CP, CPC
TalentVantage, LLC
SESSION 1 – Team Building
Introductions, get acquainted activities, modified ropes course, team building, small group problem solving, and assignments to be
completed during the program.
SESSION 2 – Healthcare, Chambers & Your Personality
Team building activity, insights to Your Personality, Healthcare Panel discussion, networking techniques, and discovering the
uniqueness of Chambers in our County.
SESSION 3 – State Government in Action
Visit State Capitol, overview of legislative process, insights from state agency representatives and professional lobbyists, and meet
elected officials.
SESSION 4 – County Government in Action
Meet county officials, learn functions of county government, jury duty, emergency management, tour of County Jail and more.
SESSION 5 – Elements of a Strong Community
Insights to our school districts and their challenges, municipal government and local economic development programs.
SESSION 6, 7, 8 Spotlights on Elgin, Smithville & Bastrop
Learn about different types of city government & charitable giving; tours of local businesses, attractions, municipal facilities, historic
locations, and more.
GRADUATION – MAY in Bastrop