Local Government Leadership Academy

TO REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT, PLEASE GO TO THE DECEMBER 5 EVENT LINK.

Calling all mayors, administrators, city council members, trustees and appointed local government employees: The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber is excited to launch the Local Government Leadership Academy.

This four-month program includes four sessions designed to help elected and appointed public officials strengthen their knowledge, skills and connections to better serve their communities.

The academy will feature speakers addressing issues essential to effective local government, including representatives from the Ohio Auditor’s and Attorney General’s offices. Topics include:
• Ethics
• Budget Requests and Advocacy
• Efficient and Secure Government
• Records Management and Sunshine Laws

Each session also will include regionally focused courses such as regional collaboration and common obstacles.

The registration fee covers all four sessions. Attendance is required for all four dates to receive the certificate: Dec. 5, Jan. 9, Feb. 6 and March 6.

You must attend all four sessions.  Please register to attend using the December 5, 2025 event link