Leadership Haralson Academy
Leadership Haralson Academy is an immersive program designed to identify and empower emerging and established leaders who live or work in Haralson County. Through hands-on experiences, professional training, and community engagement, participants gain the insight and tools needed to make a lasting impact on our county and beyond.
Field Trip Experiences
Explore the heartbeat of Haralson County through guided visits to key sectors such as education, agricultural, industry, and local government. Learn directly from those shaping our community’s future.
Professional Development & Training
Enhance your leadership potential through workshops led by industry experts. Strengthen your communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills while building valuable professional connections.
Class Service Project
Collaborate with your classmates to design and complete a project that gives back to Haralson County. Together, you’ll make a tangible difference while deepening your understanding of community needs.
Leadership Haralson Academy seeks candidates who want to grow in their leadership qualities. It values candidates who represent diverse backgrounds from businesses, government, and non-profit sectors within Haralson County. Candidates should reside and/or work within the community. Furthermore, candidates are expected to contribute by sharing their personal and professional expertise. Finally, Leadership Haralson Academy values individuals who prioritize continuous learning and are committed to their personal and professional development.
Applications Open - October 1, 2026
Applications Due - October 30, 2026
Acceptance Notification by Email - December 1, 2026
Session Dates
Wednesday, January 20, 2027
Wednesday, February 17, 2027
Haralson County Day at the Capitol - March 2027 (TBD)
Wednesday, April 21, 2027
Wednesday, May 19, 2027
Wednesday, June 16, 2027
Wednesday, July 14, 2027
Wednesday, August 18, 2027
Graduation - Wednesday, September 1, 2027
Sponsorships Available
Benefits Include:
- Opportunity for company representatives to attend lunch and briefly speak to the Leadership Haralson Academy class about your business, services, and involvement in the community
- Company logo prominently displayed on the lunch table
- Recognition as the Lunch Sponsor during the class session
- Company logo included in class-day communications and/or materials
- Recognition on Greater Haralson Chamber social media/communications
- Opportunity to provide promotional materials, giveaways, or company information to class participants
- Opportunity to network with Leadership Haralson Academy participants during lunch
The Award Sponsor will have the special opportunity to recognize an outstanding participant during the Leadership Haralson Academy graduation ceremony. A representative from your company will be invited to present the award to the recipient, providing meaningful visibility while demonstrating your organization’s commitment to developing strong leaders in Haralson County.
Benefits Include:
- Opportunity for a company representative to present the Leadership Haralson Academy award
- Company recognition during the graduation ceremony
- Company logo displayed during the award presentation
- Recognition on Leadership Haralson Academy promotional materials related to graduation
- Social media/communications recognition from the Greater Haralson Chamber
- Opportunity to connect your company with leadership development and community involvement