Events

Monday, October 27th - Saturday, November 1, 2008
New York Marriott Marquis, Time Square
New York, NY

THE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
The Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) is proud to present the 9th Leadership Academy. The Academy prepares senior administrators to become presidents and it is also designed for current community college presidents who are looking to move on to their second presidency.

The upcoming Leadership Academy will have a dual focus:
1. The search process: Interviewing, application materials, etc.
2. Reporting to and working with community college trustees

The Leadership Academy will be facilitated by nationally recognized search consultants and Dr. Narcisa Polonio, ACCT, Vice President, Board Leadership Services.

ACCT’s Board Leadership Services strives to keep the program small, so that the participants get individualized attention and have the opportunity to truly get to know colleagues, presidents and trustees. Therefore, the target goal for the upcoming Academy is 16 participants.

TARGET AUDIENCE
• Community college vice presidents and deans who are aspiring to become community college presidents
• Current community college campus presidents who are looking to learn more about working for and with a board
• Individuals transitioning from other fields
• Long-term presidents wanting to update interview skills and application materials

ACADEMY STRUCTURE
The Academy will begin at 5:00pm on Monday, October 27, 2008 with a one-hour information session followed by two intense and full days (October 28 - October 29) of information and lively communication. Participants will have the opportunity to fully participate in Congress and interact with trustees. An interactive approach will be utilized to facilitate focused discussions.

BENEFITS
• Understand reporting to and working for governing boards
• Refine resume and biography drafting skills
• Practice interviewing and receive detailed feedback
• Learn how to best present oneself in front of a search committee and board
• Gain increased knowledge of community college issues
• Network with distinguished and influential trustees and other community college leaders

APPLICATION FORM AND PROCESS
Applicants must register for the conference and pay a $525 fee for the Leadership Academy. All applicants are also required to register for Congress. Once an attendee is registered, they will be asked to provide their: (i) resume; (ii) bio; and (iii) electronic photo.

LODGING, MEALS AND TRANSPORTATION
Lodging and transportation are the responsibility of the participant. All sessions of the Leadership Academy will be held at the New York Marriott Marquis Time Square, New York City. If you would like to receive the ACCT discounted hotel rate, you must first register for the conference before a room can be reserved. Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Julie Golder, Board Leadership Services
202-775-4466 (office)
jgolder@acct.org