MADISON – The Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce has announced the official kickoff of Leadership Greater Madison’s (LGM) 30th annual cohort, with the participants recently gathering for the group’s initial two-day retreat. LGM30 is a 32-person cohort representing businesses, nonprofits and government entities across a broad spectrum of industries.
LGM provides civic education, community issue literacy and leadership training. Over the next nine months, the cohort will engage in monthly daylong sessions held at various locations to help participants gain insight and understanding of significant local organizations and community issues. The program utilizes experiential learning activities to build the skills of the participants; meaningful connections with local officials, subject matter experts and fellow class members; and networking to strengthen leadership capacity. The program culminates in a series of capstone projects to address Greater Madison’s most pressing challenges.
LGM is inclusive and actively seeks out participants from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Over the past 30 years, LGM has helped prepare nearly 800 graduates to become more effective community leaders and valued professionals.
“For three decades and counting, LGM has been an invaluable resource for Greater Madison’s business, government, and non-profit leaders,” said Chamber President Zach Brandon. “We look forward to seeing what solutions and insights this year’s participants bring to the table and are excited to be part of their leadership journey.”
“Based on what we observed during the opening retreat – the energy, curiosity and willingness to roll up their sleeves – this cohort is well-poised to play an important role in the Greater Madison area’s present and future,” noted Lynn Wood, Vice President of Wood Communications Group, who has served as LGM program director for the past 15 years.
LGM is a program of the Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with Wood Communications Group and the LGM Alumni Association. Sponsors include Lead Sponsor MGE and Program Sponsors Alliant Energy Corp., Baker Tilly, M3 Insurance, OPN Architects, Overture Center for the Arts and Summit Credit Union.
A list of LGM30 participants is attached.
To mark the program’s 30th year, KennedyC, a local full-service advertising agency and long-time community partner, designed an updated LGM brand to reflect the forward-thinking impact of the program. This updated branding includes a special LGM30 logo, which is also attached.
About the Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce:
The Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce is the voice of business with more than 1,200 organizations – ranging from one-person shops to corporations with more than 10,000 employees – working to bring the Greater Madison area to its full potential. The Greater Madison region is a leader in innovation. From cutting-edge technologies to distinctive retail shops to inventive services and products, our members vary greatly but are united by the region’s entrepreneurial spirit. More information can be found at madisonbiz.com.
