Sarasota Chamber Seeks 2027 Leadership Program Applicants

The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce is accepting applications for the next class of its 50-year-old Leadership Sarasota program.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 11:37am

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A minimalist, high-contrast studio photograph featuring a polished metal desk organizer, a leather notebook, and drafting tools arranged elegantly on a plain background, symbolizing the abstract concepts of leadership and community engagement.The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce's prestigious Leadership Sarasota program seeks to cultivate the region's next generation of civic and community leaders.Sarasota Today

The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications for the Leadership Sarasota Class of 2027. The prestigious program, now in its fifth decade, brings together a diverse group of emerging and established leaders from the region to engage with the people and issues that shape the local community.

Why it matters

Leadership Sarasota is a long-running initiative that has helped develop and connect many of the area's top civic, business, and community leaders over the past 50 years. The program's alumni network and curriculum focused on local issues and challenges are seen as valuable assets for the region's continued growth and development.

The details

The Leadership Sarasota program selects a new class of participants each year through a competitive application process. The program includes monthly daylong sessions that provide an in-depth look at various aspects of the Sarasota community, from government and education to healthcare and the environment.

  • The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications for the Leadership Sarasota Class of 2027.
  • The Leadership Sarasota program has been running for over 50 years.

The players

Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce

The leading business organization representing the Sarasota, Florida region, which has run the Leadership Sarasota program for over 50 years.

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What’s next

The application deadline for the 2027 Leadership Sarasota class is June 30, 2026.

The takeaway

The Leadership Sarasota program has a long history of developing the region's top civic, business, and community leaders, making it a valuable asset for Sarasota's continued growth and development.