LEADERSHIP HENDERSON
Leadership Henderson is a signature program of the Henderson Chamber of Commerce Foundation. As a community leadership development initiative, it is designed to explore key issues, challenge assumptions, and inspire participants to drive meaningful change. Through hands-on learning, in-depth discussions, and behind-the-scenes access, the program cultivates informed, connected leaders who are committed to shaping the future of Southern Nevada.
Educating and Empowering Leaders
The program is an nine-month course devoted to educating and empowering civic-minded professionals with a goal of building and maintaining a strong network of effective community leaders.
Through panel presentations by community leaders and experts, simulations, plus hands-on experiences, participants learn about current issues pertaining to local economy, government, social services, health, gaming, business and education that affect the residents and businesses that call Henderson home.
Selection of participants (both acknowledged and aspiring leaders) is based upon demonstrated leadership experience, potential, and abilities. The cost of the program is $3,200.
Opening Session: A two-day retreat serves as an overall introduction to Leadership Henderson and the study of leadership. Activities focus on developing strong working relationships between participants, identifying and evaluating the characteristics of leadership, and distinguishing each participant’s leadership style.
Monthly Sessions: Full-day sessions are typically the first Friday of every month, held at various locations throughout the community and consist of panel discussions, lectures, community tours and interactive exercises, which include face-to-face discussions with top-level business, civic and governmental leaders.
Sessions
2026/2027 Event Calendar (subject to change)
Class Retreat:
Thursday, September 17 and Friday, September 18, 2026 (overnight) - Mandatory
Monthly Program Days:
Friday, October 2, 2026
Friday, November 6, 2026
Friday, December 4, 2026
Friday, January 8, 2027
Friday, February 5, 2027
Friday, March 5, 2027
Friday, April 2, 2027
Friday, May 7, 2027
Friday, June 4, 2027
Attendance at all class sessions is mandatory.
Class Graduation: Friday, June 4, 2027
The application window for Class of 2027 will open soon.
Submissions will close on Thursday, April 30, 2026.
Questions? Contact Cay Mateyko, Leadership Henderson Director,
cmateyko@hendersonchamber.com or call the HCC office at 702-565-8951
Community Project
Each year the Leadership Henderson class is responsible for selecting a “community project." The purpose of the community project is to not only support a one-time public project deemed to benefit the greater Henderson area but to also allow class participants to employ leadership and team building skills while improving the community. Learn more about how your non-profit organization can apply.
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Corporate Sponsors
Program Day Sponsors
Retreat Sponsor
Class Photographer
Refreshment Sponsor
