New application and nomination forms for 2010
WDMLA's new application and nomination forms can be submitted via mail or electronically. Nominate someone or apply for WDMLA today!
Benefits of Participation in the Academy
What’s in it for me?
Everything, as long as making yourself more valuable to your company and to your community is important to you! The West Des Moines Leadership Academy provides more than an education—it helps you cultivate relationships that will help you in both your professional and personal life. The Academy will:
- Fine-tune proven learning tools customized for business and community leaders.
- Provide a complete orientation to the community for newcomers.
- Provide diverse contacts and an excellent professional network.
- Create high-energy learning through hands-on experience. Classes are efficiently organized and professionally facilitated.
- Result in personal recognition for your voluntary community activities.
What's in it for my company?
Your company will benefit from a proven development program that will expand participants' professional scope and reach.
The Academy will:
- Increase your community exposure and name recognition.
- Create opportunities to market your company or organization.
- Develop your employees and improve retention. The Academy is often used as a recruiting tool, and as a vehicle for on-going professional training
