Leadership Carteret

The wait list for Leadership Carteret 2021 has been filled at this time. Spots will still be available this fall when the applications are available.

Leadership Carteret challenge

Which class is the best ever?

Leadership Carteret is one of the Chamber’s proudest traditions.

“Our goal since 1988 has been constant, and that is to help up-and-coming community leaders gain knowledge and build relationships that will enable them to be more successful here in Carteret county…and make a difference in our communities,” said Alan Leary of RE/MAX Ocean Properties, a co-chair of the Leadership Carteret Steering Committee.

The program runs for 10 consecutive weeks and the focus is on introducing the class members to the places, people and issues that define our county.

“The participants also do hands-on projects that benefit local not-for-profit groups that add so much to the fabric of our community here,” said Steve Hellersperk, of ACS Computer Service and Toastmasters-Morehead City, also a committee co-chair.

Tuition is $425 for Chamber members and $535 for others. The class is limited to 35 participants. Contact Anna Smith at anna@nccoastchamber.com for more information.

2020 Leadership Carteret Class

Here are some highlights from the 2020 Leadership Carteret Class:

: The class enjoyed some unique tours throughout the course.

: The class didn’t let a little bit of rain ruin their time at Coast Guard Station Fort Macon.

: The leadership class is treated to a wide variety of speakers, including local government leaders.

: Leadership Carteret aims to incorporate some fun into each day.

: Class Member and Cape Carteret Town Manager Zach Steffey got to speak to his classmates about his job and town.

: Aquarium employees Danielle Bolton, center, and Liz Baird, right, enjoyed leading thier classmates on a behind the scenes tour of the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores.

: Small teams got to explore a number of industrial sites in Carteret County, including Frank Door.

: The 2020 team was often reminded they are the best class ever!