2026/2027 Ozark Leads Applications - Ozark Chamber of Commerce

Commitment Agreement

By submitting this application, I agree to the following:

I will attend all monthly sessions from September through May.
I understand that more than one unexcused absence may disqualify me from completing the program.
I will actively participate in the community impact project and group activities.
I agree that if chosen, I will have my tuition paid in full before the 2026/2027 Ozark Leads Session Begins

Fields marked with an * are required.

First Name *

Last Name *

Employer/Organization *

Is Business or Organization a Current Member of the Ozark Chamber? *

Yes

Not Sure

Job/Role/Title *

Mobile Phone *

Email *

Street Address *

City *

State *

Zip Code *

1. Why are you interested in participating in Leadership Ozark? *

2. Describe your current or past involvement in the Ozark community? *

Professionally, Volunteer, Civic, Etc

3. What leadership qualities do you bring to the table? *

4. What areas do you hope to grow/learn from participating in this program? *

5. If chosen to participate, what are you most looking forward to learning? *

By submitting this application, I agree to the following: *

I will attend all monthly sessions from September through May.
- September 9, 2026
- October 14, 2026
- November 11, 2026
- December 9, 2026
- January 13, 2027
- February 10, 2027
- March 10, 2027
- April 14, 2027
- May 12, 2027
I understand that more than one unexcused absence may disqualify me from completing the program.
I will actively participate in the community impact project and group activities.
If chosen, I will have my tuition paid for by the beginning of the program start date

Yes

What is your preferred polo shirt size? *

Please Choose One

XXL

Would you prefer a women's cut or men's cut polo? *

Please Choose One

Men's

Women's

Liberty Utilities Leadership Scholarship

OzarkLeads Leadership Development Program

Scholarship Overview

Thanks to the generous support of Liberty Utilities, five (5) Leadership Scholarships are available for qualified applicants to the OzarkLeads Leadership Development Program.

Each scholarship provides $300 toward tuition for the program. Scholarship recipients are responsible for the remaining $250 participant investment.

The purpose of this scholarship is to help identify and develop emerging leaders who demonstrate a commitment to serving and strengthening the Ozark community.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

Be at least 18 years of age.
Live, work, volunteer, or attend school within the Ozark area.
Meet all eligibility requirements for participation in OzarkLeads.
Be willing and able to attend all program sessions.
Complete the scholarship application in full.
Demonstrate leadership potential and a desire to positively impact the Ozark community.

Selection Criteria

Applications will be evaluated based on:

Leadership potential
Community involvement
Commitment to complete the OzarkLeads program
Desire to contribute to the Ozark community
Financial need
Overall quality and thoughtfulness of the application

Scholarship Recipient Expectations

Recipients agree to:

Pay the required participant contribution of $250.
Attend and actively participate in all scheduled program sessions.
Notify program staff immediately if attendance issues arise.
Serve as a positive representative of OzarkLeads and Liberty Utilities.
Complete any required class projects and graduation requirements.

If you are interested in applying for the Scholarship please respond below and if yes, please complete these additional questions.

Yes

How would this scholarship help make OzarkLeads possible for you?

How will you use this experience to benefit Ozark in the future?

Is your employer providing financial assistance for OzarkLeads?

Yes, Full Tuition

Yes, Partial Tuition

Self-Employed

Not Applicable

If awarded, can you contribute the required $250 participant investment?

Yes