CONNECTING CURRENT AND FUTURE LEADERS

Leadership Santa Cruz County

Welcome Class 37!

We're excited to begin the year with Class 37!

LSCC is a 10-month community-focused program that meets monthly to explore local institutions and issues, cultivate emerging leaders, and foster meaningful connections with fellow community members.

The program includes workshops, discussions, experiential learning, field trips, and networking events that aim to develop individuals who can contribute positively to the county's growth, address its challenges, and promote a sense of collaboration and engagement among its diverse population.

Ultimately, Leadership Santa Cruz County empowers individuals to take on leadership roles and make a lasting impact on the social, economic, and cultural fabric of the region.

Alumni Events

An Evening with Sandy Lydon

Save the Date! Saturday, October 14 for

An Evening with Sandy Lydon at the Rio Theatre

Sandy is Historian Emeritus at Cabrillo College where he taught Asian and Asian American History beginning in 1968.

Purchase tickets at sandylydon.eventbrite.com.

Visit sandylydon.com for more information about Sandy's work.

Events

Santa Cruz County

From sustainability and environmental conservation in north county to agriculture and immigration in south county and housing & economics county-wide - explore the industries and initiatives important to the people of Santa Cruz County.

HOUSING & ECONOMICS

Explore local housing and economic issues and a planning and design exercise.

LEADERSHIP RETREAT

A two-day retreat with challenging team-building exercises, an overview of community issues, and a self-assessment exercise.

HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES

A look at the community’s health care and human services and field trips to local human service providers.

BUSINESS & TOURISM

Gain an understanding of small business and tourism issues. This day includes a behind-the-scenes tour of the Boardwalk and a field trip to a local business.

LOCAL GOVERNMENT

Presentations from state, county and local political leaders.

EDUCATION

Interaction with leaders from our public schools, community college and university.

CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM

Meet leaders in law enforcement, the District Attorney, and the public defender. Visit the county jail and the Watsonville Courthouse.

PAJARO VALLEY

This day involves a tour of the Pajaro Valley with a focus on the history, events and resources that have shaped this part of the county.

AGRICULTURE

Visit agricultural sites in the Pajaro Valley. Learn about the importance and challenges of this major industry in our community.

ART & CULTURE

Discover the diversity and richness of the art and culture of the community which adds to the uniqueness of Santa Cruz.

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ENVIRONMENT & INDUSTRY

Exposure to issues related to the area’s natural resources. Includes examples of sustainable industries along the North Coast.

SPONSOR BENEFITS

Sponsors and Partners

Class 37 | 2023/2024

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CONNECTING CURRENT AND FUTURE LEADERS

OUR 2023/2024 CLASS 37 IS FULL! COMPLETE THE FORM BELOW TO JOIN THE WAITLIST AND TO RECEIVE INFORMATION ABOUT FUTURE COHORTS.

An Evening with Sandy Lydon

From sustainability and environmental conservation in north county to agriculture and immigration in south county and housing & economics county-wide - explore the industries and initiatives important to the people of Santa Cruz County.

SPONSOR BENEFITS