Leadership Bryan — Class of 2027

Applications are now open for the 2027 Leadership Bryan Class!

Leadership Bryan is a signature leadership development program of the Bryan County Chamber of Commerce designed for emerging and established leaders who live or work in Bryan County and want to deepen their understanding of our community, strengthen their leadership skills, build meaningful relationships, and become more engaged in shaping Bryan County's future.

Throughout the program, participants will step outside of their everyday roles and gain a behind-the-scenes look at the people, organizations, industries, institutions, and issues influencing Bryan County and the greater Savannah region.

Through interactive leadership development, site visits, conversations with community and business leaders, and hands-on experiences, participants will gain a greater understanding of how our community works, how decisions are made, where opportunities and challenges exist, and how they can play a role in Bryan County's continued success.

Leadership Bryan is designed to connect, educate, and develop leaders who are ready to make an impact.

Program Goals

Leadership Bryan seeks to:

1. Build Community Awareness
   Provide participants with a deeper understanding of Bryan County's strengths, opportunities, challenges, resources, and role within the greater Savannah region.
2. Develop Stronger Leaders
   Strengthen leadership, communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
3. Create Meaningful Connections
   Build a network of informed and engaged leaders representing a variety of businesses, industries, organizations, professions, and areas of Bryan County.
4. Encourage Community Engagement
   Introduce participants to opportunities to serve, volunteer, lead, and become more involved throughout Bryan County.
5. Connect Leaders to the People Shaping Our Future
   Provide meaningful access to business and industry leaders, educators, government officials, economic development professionals, military and public safety leaders, nonprofit organizations, and other community partners.

Who Should Apply?

Leadership Bryan is designed for emerging and established leaders who live or work in Bryan County and have an interest in becoming more informed, connected, and involved in the community.

Participants may represent businesses, government, education, healthcare, nonprofit organizations, military, industry, entrepreneurship, or other sectors of the community.

Ideal applicants are individuals who are willing to:

• Actively participate in each program day
• Engage in meaningful discussions and hands-on experiences
• Build relationships with fellow class members and community leaders
• Explore perspectives and areas of the community outside of their everyday work
• Strengthen their individual leadership abilities
• Use what they learn to become more engaged in Bryan County

The Leadership Bryan Experience

Leadership Bryan is more than a series of tours. Each program day is designed to provide participants with access, perspective, experiences, and conversations they may not otherwise have an opportunity to experience.

Program experiences are expected to include:

• Leadership Development & Team Building
• History & Community
• Education & Workforce Development
• Military & Public Safety
• Industry
• Economic Development
• Government & Civic Leadership
• Infrastructure, Growth & Community Development
• Healthcare & Human Services

Some topics may be combined into a single program day as the final schedule is developed.

Tentative 2027 Program Schedule

Participants should plan to attend all scheduled program days.

Thursday, December 2026 (Exact date to be finalized)
Leadership Development & Team Building

January 2027(Exact date to be finalized)

Friday, February 5, 2027

Friday, March 5, 2027

Wednesday, April 14, 2027

Friday, May 7, 2027

Friday, June 4, 2027
Graduation

Dates, locations, session topics, and activities are tentative and subject to change. Specific program topics will be assigned to each date as the schedule is finalized.

Program Commitment

Leadership Bryan is an immersive leadership program, and attendance and active participation are essential to receiving the full benefit of the experience.

Participants are expected to attend all scheduled sessions and actively participate in program activities and discussions.

Participants who miss more than one program session will not be eligible to graduate from Leadership Bryan.

Because program sessions are primarily held during the workday, applicants are encouraged to discuss the commitment with their employer before applying.

Tuition

Program Tuition: $1,500

Tuition includes Leadership Bryan programming, leadership development activities, program materials, scheduled meals, activities associated with class sessions, and graduation recognition.

Scholarship assistance may be available. Applicants requesting financial assistance should complete the appropriate portion of the application.

Before You Apply

Leadership Bryan is designed for individuals who want to do more than simply learn about Bryan County.

We are looking for participants who are interested in building relationships, broadening their perspective, strengthening their leadership abilities, and using what they learn to make a positive impact in our community.

Participation in Leadership Bryan is an investment in both your personal leadership development and the future of Bryan County.

Application Deadline: Oct. 31st 2026

Class size is limited. Submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance into the Leadership Bryan program.