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Civic-minded community leaders are invited to apply to the Oxnard Leadership Program. Since 2016, this interactive, community engagement program has provided an in-depth look at the issues impacting the city and region’s economic prosperity and quality of life.
This 10-month, 10-session experiential program connects participants with key decision makers and experts on vital issues shaping the future of the City of Oxnard and its surrounding region. Participants are selected for their commitment to bettering their community, passion for self-improvement, and desire to better serve in leadership roles within their organization or in the community. Topics discussed include (but are not limited to) local government, public safety, education, trade, defense, city-provided services, health care, human services, agriculture, and energy. The Oxnard Leadership Program is an initiative of the Oxnard Foundation For Education And Economic Development (OFEED) a 501(c)(3) organization. Formed in 2014 by the Oxnard Chamber of Commerce (now WVCBA), OFEED's mission is to support the interaction with and advancement of education and development of our future workforce, and to assure the Oxnard community has an adequate supply of quality jobs. |
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Thank you to our program sponsor!
We are grateful for the Gene Haas Foundation's generous support of the Oxnard Leadership Program since 2022! The Foundation was established in 1999 by Haas Automation Founder and CEO Gene Haas to support the needs of the local community. Based in Oxnard, Haas Automation is one of the largest employers in the county.
If your business would like to sponsor a session or lunch, please contact Jovie Baclayon at j.baclayon@wvcba.org.
We are grateful for the Gene Haas Foundation's generous support of the Oxnard Leadership Program since 2022! The Foundation was established in 1999 by Haas Automation Founder and CEO Gene Haas to support the needs of the local community. Based in Oxnard, Haas Automation is one of the largest employers in the county.
If your business would like to sponsor a session or lunch, please contact Jovie Baclayon at j.baclayon@wvcba.org.
Benefits
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Whether you are new to the area, or have lived here for years, this course can open new doors of opportunity:
• Gain a broader understanding of the city and surrounding region, how it functions, and major challenges and opportunities. • Build an informal network of diverse, like-minded professionals. • Position yourself or your business as a community partner that is committed to quality-of-life issues • Acquire knowledge of city, county, and regional issues that can be used for greater organizational effectiveness. • Meet influential community leaders from an array of industries that may help with business solutions. |
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Tuition & Commitment
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The full course investment of $850 (plus a $25 application fee) per participant covers the cost of 10 sessions, welcome reception, meals, and graduation ceremony.
Scholarships are available for the 2024 program, thanks to the generous sponsorship of the Gene Haas Foundation; please inquire on the application form. Businesses are encouraged to sponsor employee participation for leadership development. Session dates are provided in advance and participants are expected to attend all 10 sessions.
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Alumni
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2016 (Inaugural Class)
Tom Buenger Craig Classen Andrea Dunphy Dawn Noorda-Boldrin Jackie Snider |
2017
Alyce Bosacki Nicole Chavez Justin Cotton Elissa Davalos Kathy Gray Carlos Lopez Peter Marcus Robin Whitney |
2018
Christopher Acker Justin Campbell Jacquelyn McMillan Theresa Miller Laura Mullen Alex Renteria |
2019
Daniel Chavez, Jr. Yvonne Gutierrez Diana Lopez Taylor Penny Mayra Rincon Angela Sanchez Mark Spellman Marlen Torres Anna Zielsdorf |
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2020-21
Joshua Beck Nathan Glyer Maya Hoholick CAPT Kirk A. Lagerquist Alejandra Lopez Susana Lopez-Garcia Ashley Montgomery Mayra Plascencia |
2022
Joseph Cabral Armando Casillas Arturo Garcia Brenda Heredia Tina Knight Patty Lau-Cho Teo Lopez Carolyn Mullin Pete Parker Jenna Perkovich Sylvia Reyes Margaret Schoep Samantha Shapiro Christopher Wells Dave Wellik |
2023
Alexis Minie Anne Amon Cecelia Perez Dolores Lopez Heather D'Anna Nichols Jazmin Charlesworth John Garcia Jordan Cruz Ryan Underlin Samantha Gonzales Timea Szavo Christina Thomas Vanessa Valerio |
Thomas Buenger, Class of 2016Having the opportunity to sit down and speak with Representative Irwin, our Ventura County Supervisor, Ventura County CEO, Oxnard City Managers, police and fire chiefs, and local business leaders was invaluable.
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Daniel Chavez Jr., Class of 2019Build new connections while learning what makes Oxnard great!
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Jacquelyn McMillan, Class of 2018The program provides a robust look into Oxnard’s history, economic drivers, governance, business and community issues and more.
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Laura Mullen, Class of 2018It's the best professional development opportunity I've participated in during the past five years.
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Craig Classen, Class of 2016You will undoubtedly learn things about our community that you did not know before, and you will make new connections that otherwise would not have been possible.
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Mark Spellman, Class of 2019Oxnard Leadership is an interactive opportunity for local business associates and civic-minded leaders.
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