Time: Monthly, Third Wednesday, Half-day, 8:00am – 12:00pm

Dates: February 19, March 19, April 16, May 21, June 18, July 16, August 20, September 17

Location: Location will be different for each date depending on the given topic

Leadership La Crosse is facilitated by Tom Thibodeau, Distinguished Professor of Servant Leadership / graduate faculty member at Viterbo University.

The Leadership La Crosse program introduces you to the core aspects of our economy, connects you with local leaders, and infuses your leadership style with a powerful perspective of community interdependence.

Who should sign up?

This leadership program is fantastic for those new to the La Crosse Area as well as those who have called this region home for years. Participants will develop their leadership skills and gain a new perspective to enhance their roles in the workplace, on non-profit boards, at home, as a volunteer, and as a community member.

2025 Sessions: 
  • February 19, 2025: Why La Crosse?
  • March 19, 2025: Inclusion and Volunteerism
  • April 16, 2025: Community Justice and Mental Health
  • May 21, 2025: Education
  • June 18, 2025:  Celebrating the Arts
  • July 16, 2025: The Outdoors
  • August 20, 2025: Economic Development
  • September 17, 2025: Leadership in Action and Graduation Lunch

As a participant you will:

  • Gain an understanding of Greater La Crosse and the complex interplay of our area.
  • Get hands-on experience with local volunteering, as you work in small groups to assist an organization with a community service project.
  • Grow your cross-industry network of local leaders, and meet new people.
  • Be challenged to take an active leadership role in your community and your business, in a way that fits you best.

Pricing

Chamber Members – $1,000

Non – Members – $1,200

Scholarships Available!

Your business must be a member of the La Crosse Area Chamber for you to apply for a scholarship.

2025 Sponsorships

Interested in Sponsorship? Email Angela Seeger, Business Outreach Director.

Leadership La Crosse Sponsor - $1,200 (0 of 4 Sold)

As a Leadership La Crosse Sponsor you get:

Verbal recognation at the sessions.

  • Logo recognition on
    • The binder that attendees recieve
    • The Leadership La Crosse website
    • Event Registration page

You will feel inspired! I left every session wanting to be more involved and engaged in my community. I have a deeper understanding of the workings and people behind the “power” – a term we use in the utility industry that also lends itself to the worker bees in our community from government to nonprofits.

Ellie Meyer

Communications & Public Relations, Dairyland Power Cooperative

This is a great investment to one’s professional growth and development. The program provides exposure to local key leaders and their influences over social, economical and environmental issues within the community we call home. The education received through the program is invaluable and simply can’t be substituted.

Joe Moua

Senior Vice President, Alerus

We met leaders from all walks of life that, if not for this program, I may have never had the opportunity to meet. We learned a great deal about the area including its assets and its challenges. Presenters provided us with new leadership insights and it was great to engage others with a desire to improve the broader community.
Craig Ubbelohde

Executive Director, Bethany St. Joseph Corporation