Leadership Lewis is a powerful, nine-month experience designed to develop, connect, and empower emerging and established leaders who are ready to make a meaningful difference in Lewis County.
Through immersive monthly sessions, participants gain personal insight, sharpen their leadership skills, and explore how to lead more effectively—in the workplace, in community life, and within themselves.
If you're ready to grow, give back, and step forward, now is the time to apply.
Start your application at https://www.lcchamber.org/leadership-lewis-application
Leadership Lewis is a leadership development program built for people who care about Lewis County and want to play a bigger role in its success.
Led by the Lewis County Chamber of Commerce, the program blends leadership training, community exploration, and personal reflection—equipping participants to:
Build emotional intelligence and adaptive leadership skills
Strengthen communication, collaboration, and decision-making
Understand systems and power structures that shape our county
Develop confidence and clarity as a leader
Cultivate meaningful relationships across sectors
🗓 Program Dates: September 2025 – May 2026
📍 Meeting Days: Second Thursday of each month
📌 Location: All sessions are held at sites throughout Lewis County
🕗 Time Commitment: Full-day sessions, typically 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., with occasional evening activities
Leadership Lewis is for anyone who wants to step up their leadership and deepen their impact—regardless of job title, age, or background.
Whether you’re in business, education, government, nonprofit work, or just passionate about your community, this program offers space to grow, connect, and lead with purpose.
💲 Chamber Members: $500
💲 Non-Members: $650
📝 Scholarships: Available to ensure access for all who are ready to lead
Tuition includes all meals, materials, and program activities. Sponsorship support helps keep this program affordable and inclusive.
📅 Deadline to Apply: June 27, 2025
✅ Notification of Acceptance: By July 18, 2025
🔗 Apply Now
Questions? Contact us at [email protected] or call (304) 269-2608
When we grow better leaders, we grow a better Lewis County.
Leadership Lewis supports the future of our community by preparing people to lead with empathy, courage, and vision—whether that’s on a board, in a business, at a school, or around a kitchen table. Participants leave the program with more than knowledge—they leave with clarity, confidence, and connection.
“I was honored to be a part of the inaugural class of 2024. Each session was a well thought out day full of information and great learning. The networking was an invaluable asset to all involved. I met some wonderful people who have great connections throughout the county, region, and state.”
H. Keith Talbert, Jr.
Assistant Director, Lewis-Gilmer E-911
Leadership Lewis Class of 2024
Leadership development combined with community engagement – simply put – is good for business. The Leadership Lewis program can benefit organizations of all sizes and their employees by promoting more active civic engagement and facilitating stronger business and personal networks. Businesses that support participation in Leadership Lewis are seen as workplaces invested in their community and the development of their people which drives talent recruitment as well as employee retention.
Developing Our Workforce
The Lewis County Chamber of Commerce understands the importance of recruiting, supporting, and retaining talent – particularly young talent – in our area and across West Virginia. Leadership Lewis provides the Chamber and the business community with an ability to identify talent in the Lewis County area and provide them with resources that create stronger leaders and more well-informed citizens.
Be seen as a champion of leadership in the Lewis County. Become a sponsor of Leadership Lewis and position your business as a key supporter of economic, workforce, and civic development in our region. Sponsorships start at $500. Contact the Chamber to learn more.
Becky Conrad, Mountaineer Food Bank
Robin Drake, Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital
Chasity King, BHE GT&S
Kasey McLaughlin, Citizens Bank of Weston
Thomas Newbrough, Edward Jones
Kelsey Regan, Community Care of West Virginia
David Roth, DOJ / FBI Clarksburg, WV
Brooke Swisher, UPC-Family Medical Clinic of Jane Lew
Debbie West, Town of Jane Lew
Gregory Wine, Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital
Sherry Cogar, Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital
James Connor, FirstEnergy
Keely Cunningham, Hope Gas
Amanda Fortney, Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital
Kate Garton, Garton Real Estate Group
Thom Haller, Central WV HEART House
Tina Helmick, Lewis County Commission
Alexis Montagna, Citizens Bank of Weston
Eric Sherrard, The Thrasher Group, Inc.
Lesley Slaughter, Lewis County Family Resource Network
Keith Talbert, Jr., Lewis-Gilmer E-911
