2026–27 Applications Open Soon

Leadership Atchison

Developing tomorrow's leaders through education, engagement, and community connection.

Invest in Your Future

Leadership Atchison is an intensive 7-month program designed to equip emerging leaders with the skills, knowledge, and networks needed to make a lasting impact on our community.

Participants gain insider access to local government, business operations, healthcare systems, and community organizations while developing their personal leadership style.

Since its founding, Leadership Atchison has graduated classes of alumni who continue to serve in key leadership roles throughout our community.

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What You'll Gain

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Leadership Skills

Develop essential leadership competencies including communication, decision-making, team building, and strategic thinking.

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Powerful Network

Connect with fellow emerging leaders and established community leaders who become lifelong professional contacts and friends.

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Community Insight

Gain behind-the-scenes access to local government, businesses, healthcare, education, and nonprofit organizations.

Program Curriculum

Sep

Opening Retreat

Two-day retreat focused on team building, leadership assessment, and goal setting.

Oct

Economic Development

Explore local business and economic development strategies. Tour major employers.

Nov

Government Day

Meet city and county officials. Learn about local government operations and civic engagement.

Dec

Healthcare & Human Services

Tour healthcare facilities and learn about social services supporting our community.

Jan

Education Day

Visit USD 409 schools, Benedictine College, and Highland Community College.

Feb

Tourism & History

Explore Atchison's rich heritage and tourism industry. Learn about community identity.

Mar

Agriculture

Understand agriculture's role in our economy. Tour farms and agribusinesses.

Apr

Class Project

Work with your class to complete a community service project leaving a lasting impact.

May

Graduation

Celebrate your achievements and join the Leadership Atchison alumni network.

Why it matters

Participants per cohort — small enough to build real relationships.

Months of behind-the-scenes access to government, healthcare, schools, ag, and tourism.

Join the 2026–27 interest list

Applications for the 2026–27 cohort open soon. Tell us a little about yourself and we'll reach out the moment the application window opens.

Must live or work in the Atchison area
Commit to attending all monthly sessions
Participate in a class community project
Employer support, or self-employed

What to expect

Program Dates October 2026 – May 2027 (TBD)

Session Schedule One day per month

Class Size Limited to 25 participants

Tuition $500 (Chamber members receive a discount)

Application Deadline Announced when applications open

Interest list signup

Not a binding application — we'll use this to email you the moment the 2026–27 application window opens.

1 Personal Information

First Name *

Last Name *

Email Address *

Phone Number *

Address

2 Employment Information

Employer/Organization *

Job Title *

Years with Employer

Chamber Member? *

3 Leadership Background

Current Community Involvement *

Why do you want to participate in Leadership Atchison? *

What unique perspective or skills will you bring to the class?

4 Additional Information

How did you hear about Leadership Atchison?

Dietary Restrictions or Special Accommodations

I commit to attending all monthly sessions and contributing to the class project. *

We'll email you the moment the 2026–27 application opens. We never share your information.

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You're on the list!

Thanks for your interest in Leadership Atchison. We'll email you the moment the 2026–27 application opens — usually a few months before the October cohort start.