Leadership Sikeston
Whether you are new to the Sikeston area or have lived here your whole life, Leadership Sikeston will help you discover what is happening in our community and how you can get involved.
Leadership Sikeston is a program designed to empower members of our community with the tools, experiences and network to become our future leaders.
The eight, full day sessions are held monthly from March to October. Session layouts may vary but will consist of educational speakers, exciting tours, and meaningful group interaction. Established community leaders and professionals from area organizations and industry will participate in class sessions with the goal to inspire and provoke new thoughts and ideas.
Tuition is $500 for Chamber members or $600 for non-members and must be paid before March 1.
Please take the time to talk to your employer for their support and fill our your application with intention, as spots are limited each year.
Applications are now open for the 2025 program! Tentative program dates are: 3/11, 4/10, 5/8, 6/12, 7/10, 8/7, 9/11, 10/9. The deadline to apply is January 31st - please email completed applications to taylor.deere@sikeston.net
To learn more, watch this video from two Leadership Sikeston Class of 2020 participants.
Sikeston Young Professionals
What we're all about:
Sikeston Young Professionals is a collective group of business professionals, ages 21-40ish who are interested in and focused on the betterment of ourselves and the Sikeston Region. Sessions are typically held on Thursdays and begin at 4:00pm, but time may vary depending on the event. Annual Membership is $100 for Chamber members or $125 for non-Chamber members.
Connect. Develop. Serve.
Meetings are focused on the areas of: Connection, through networking and social events. Development, through educational speakers/sessions. Serving by supporting philanthropic efforts in our community.
2025 (tentative) dates are: 2/20, 4/24. 6/26, 8/28, 10/16, 12/11
Membership for SYP is not capped--help us grow this vibrant group!
Join SYP! Contact taylor.deere@sikeston.net for more details
Students Observing Area Resources (S.O.A.R.)
The Sikeston Career and Technology Center, Sikeston High School, Alternative Education Center and the Sikeston Regional Chamber and Area Economic Development Corporation have teamed up to offer this leadership program for area students.
SOAR is an engaging program developed specifically for Sikeston High School students to realize potential career opportunities Sikeston has to offer as well as make connections within the community to fulfill a prosperous future.
ACT WorkReady Community
ACT Work Ready Community Certification is a nationally recognized program used to empower states, regions and counties with data, processes and tools that drive economic growth. Participants are leveraging the ACT® WorkKeys® National Career Readiness Certificate® (NCRC®) to measure and close the skills gap — and building common frameworks that link, align and match their workforce development efforts.
