Who Can Participate?

Leadership Monroe County (LMC) is designed for dynamic, informed leaders who are deeply committed to the well-being and growth of Monroe County. Ideal candidates are:

Leaders within their business or organization, with potential for future advancement into higher leadership roles.
Passionate about community service and actively involved in volunteer organizations.
Residents or professionals who have lived or worked in Monroe County for at least one year and are registered voters in the county.
Dedicated to living and contributing to Monroe County for the foreseeable future.
Available to fully participate in all scheduled sessions, which typically run from late September or early October through April or May.

Ready to take the next step?

The application link below is for Class XXXIII, which began October 7th , 2025 and then graduated on May 2nd, 2026. To apply for the next class – XXXIV – of Leadership Monroe County, look for the updated Application to be posted July 1, 2026 for sessions commencing in early October, 2026 through May, 2027. Meanwhile, the XXXIII Application is a good guide for the upcoming class application.

Apply for the next class – XXXIV – July 1-August 10

LMC – FAQ and Class XXXIII application instructions Download