SIGNATURE LEADERSHIP

Leadership SBM’s Signature Program is the longest running leadership program in Indiana with over 2,000 alumni & almost 80 community projects in the last 10 years alone. For 50 years, we’ve helped individuals recognize their leadership potential, hone their skills and gain a better understanding of servant leadership.

Signature Leadership offers participants a transformative 9-month journey of community based leadership development. What that means is you will acquire invaluable insights into the rich history and life of St. Joseph County. You will hear from local leaders and changemakers while honing your leadership abilities in collaborative teamwork alongside a cohort of professionals from our local community.

Whether you are new to the area, or have lived here “forever”, Signature Leadership is an appropriate next step for those who are committed to learning and practicing servant leadership within their workplace and community.

* Below are the dates for the 2024-25 Cohort. We are currently in Signature Cohort 51. *

If you are ready to take the next step, Apply Today for Cohort 52! 

 

 

“LEADERSHIP GAVE ME A CHANCE TO GROW AS A PERSON THROUGH HEARING DIRECTLY FROM COMMUNITY MEMBERS AND REFLECTING ON HEAVY, EYE-OPENING TOPICS.”

Program Highlights

  • 10-month community immersion program with each program day focusing on a theme of importance to our community
  • Program year runs September to May
  • 2 Day Kick-off Retreat
  • One full day meeting per month
  • Program Days held in locations across St. Joseph County
  • 40-45 cohort members from diverse industries and backgrounds
  • Learn and practice leadership skills and competencies
  • Complete a community impact project
  • Network with colleagues from varied industries and organizations in St. Joe County
  • Tuition Fee of $2500 due Sept. 12th, limited scholarships available.

 

Acceptance to the Signature Program includes a competitive application process consisting of a written application, a letter of recommendation, and when necessary, an interview

We strive to recruit a class that represents diversity of thought, age, industry, racial, and ethnic background.

Please submit letter of recommendations to Jaime Murphy, Signature Coordinator, at [email protected]

Those chosen for Class 52 will be notified in early September 2025. Please note, the cohort begins with a mandatory two-day retreat in September 2025. Mark your calendar!

 

2024
Wed., Sept. 11 Orientation 4:00p.m.-5:30p.m.
Thurs, Sep. 19 Opening Retreat
Day 1
Fri, Sep. 20 Opening Retreat
Day 2
Thurs, Oct. 17 History: Past, Present, and Future
Thurs, Nov. 14 Adversity & Community Health
Thurs., Dec. 12 Economic Development & Community Planning
2025
Thurs, Jan. 16 Government & Collaboration
Thurs, Feb. 13 Community Justice
Thurs, Mar. 13 Education & Arts
Thurs, Apr. 17 Project Presentations
Thurs, May 8 Closing Retreat
Thurs, May 22 Commencement

Signature Class 52 Application

Instructions

As this is a competitive selection process, please do your best to answer the following questions thoroughly and thoughtfully.
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