Leadership McDuffie

Leadership McDuffie

Connect . Grow . Succeed!
Leadership McDuffie provides a forum for participants to learn about challenges and opportunities in Thomson and McDuffie County. Leadership McDuffie serves to identify, recognize and develop leaders in the Thomson-McDuffie area and to maintain a continuing broad base of active, informed and effective leaders for our community.

The Thomson-McDuffie Chamber of Commerce sponsors Leadership McDuffie and takes an active role to help the program.

Leadership McDuffie is a six-month program that focuses on leadership development in McDuffie County. Created in 1989 by the Thomson-McDuffie Chamber of Commerce, the program affords the opportunity to build leaders in the community and increase citizen involvement. Leadership McDuffie participants increase their awareness, involvement and understanding in a variety of areas, including governmental organizations, rural and urban development, education and business.

Class Dates	Areas of Focus	Leadership Training

September 5	Orientation at Thomson Depot
September 27-28	Class Retreat to Athens, GA	Understanding Leadership
October 9	Health & Wellness	Communicating Effectively
November 20	Community Image	Conflict Resolution
January 8	Workforce & Education	Building Communities through Collaboration
February 20 (tentative)	McDuffie County Day at the Capitol	Debrief day's activities
March 18	Leadership Opportunities	Leading Change
April 16	Graduation	Present Class Project

Thomson-McDuffie County Government Center Brick Campaign

For $50, you can engrave a brick to celebrate your family’s memories or milestones or honor an important person in your life. In addition to being a unique gift idea, each brick will incorporate your personal message, important dates, events or names of family members. Businesses and organizations are also encouraged to participate. All bricks will be engraved and placed in a highly visible area at the Thomson-McDuffie County Government Center. Order form