Apply for the Academy!
Send in your application to be considered for one of the premier leadership experiences in the region.
Nominate someone for WDMLA
Nominations for the Class of 2011 are now closed.
If you know someone who would be an ideal candidate for the Academy, download the nomination form and submit their information. The Academy will contact the person and encourage their application. Nominations are not required for inclusion in the Academy.
What is the selection process?
The Selection Committee will review all applications and
approve 30 individuals representing a broad cross-section of the community.
Applicants must show demonstrated leadership ability and/or potential, community
interest and involvement, and the desire to assume expanded community responsibility.
Applications for the Class of 2011 are now closed.
Selection
is based upon quality of answers provided on the application. Please be thorough
with your responses.
Click here for a WDMLA application. A
resume, two letters of recommendation and a $25 application fee must also
accompany the application. You can mail your materials to:
West Des Moines Leadership Academy Class Selection Committee
West Des Moines Chamber Office at City
Hall
4200 Mills Civic Parkway
PO Box 65320
West Des Moines, Iowa 50265
To submit an application electronically, you can:
- Download and complete the WDMLA Application Form.
- In the form you'll also find buttons to submit your photo, letters of recommendation and pay the application fee at www.wdmchamber.org.
- Click the Submit button found on the last page.