Leadership Celina Application

Thank you for your interest in the Celina Chamber of Commerce Leadership Celina Program.

The application deadline is July 30, 2025. The application form will close at midnight. One letter of recommendation is required, plus an acknowledgement from your supervisor, if applicable. Applications will be reviewed, and then semi-finalists will be invited for an interview.

Interviews will be held on August 14 - August 15, 2025.

Notice of class acceptance by August 29, 2025.

Tuition is due by September 9, 2025.

Tuition for Leadership Celina Class 5:

Members of the Celina Chamber of Commerce $850.00
Non-Chamber members $1000 PLUS includes one full year of membership with the Celina Chamber of Commerce.
All fees are non-refundable.

*One applicant per family.

Fields marked with an * are required.

Contact Information

First Name *

Last Name *

Email *

Phone *

Address Line 1 *

City *

State *

How did you hear about Leadership Celina? *

Education & Employment

Education Level *

High School

Associate Degree

Bachelors Degree

Masters

Doctoral

Not Applicable

Military Experience

Current Employer *

Include name and address.

Current Employment Position *

Describe job responsibilities.

Business Category

How would you best categorize your place of employment?

Community, Chamber, and Professional Involvement *

In order of importance, list and describe all community, chamber, local/state government, civic, business, professional, religious, social, athletic or other organizations of which you have been a member during the past five years. INCLUDE in detail, responsibilities/activities and dates.

Community Involvement

Definition of a Leader *

What is your definition of a Leader?

Motivation *

What is your motivation for applying to Leadership Celina?

Problems Facing Celina *

In your opinion, what are the three most pressing problems facing Celina and why?

Required Sumissions
Please include the following submissions so that we may fully process your application a) Headshot / Photo b) Personal Letter of Reference c) Work Supervisor Permission Letter. The employer letter must be signed by your employer and/or your immediate supervisor. If you do not have an immediate supervisor, please explain. It is important that your company or organization is aware of your time commitment and financial obligation and offers full support of the Leadership Celina Program.

Headshot/Photo *

20MB max

Personal Letter of Reference *

20MB max

Work Supervisor Permission Letter *

20MB max

Signature *

Please type your full name to demonstrate that you have read and agree to the program rules and eligibility requirements. You understand that dates and times are subject to change, but that all such changes will be provided in a timely manner. You agree to meet the expectations of the program.

Leadership Celina Application

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