Basic Facts

   
  • GOLD brings together a diverse group of people from Southwest Missouri to explore the region, expand their network of contacts, and increases their knowledge about community building best practices.
  • GOLD meets once a month, for nine months, including a two day leadership skills retreat in the fall and a two day Capital visit in the spring.
    For dates, click here.
     

  • GOLD meets in a different regional community each session.
    For locations, click here.
     

  • Program day topics include:
    - Economic development
    - Funding resources
    - Workforce development
    - Education
    - Infrastructure
    - Working effectively with state agencies and lobbyists
    - Local governance
    - Ballot initiatives
    - Communication
    - Quality of life.
     

  • A selection committee will choose qualified individuals who represent a cross-section of interests and locations within the region.
     

  • Tuition for 2008 – 2009 is $695.
     

  • GOLD alumni meet quarterly.