Greater Livingston County Chamber Alliance Leadership Livingston

Program Overview & Purpose

Leadership Livingston is an annual leadership development experience that runs from October through May, focused on cultivating civic-minded leaders throughout the Greater Livingston region. The program equips participants with a deeper understanding of the institutions, sectors, and systems that shape the community’s quality of life. Through a broad range of leadership topics, participants enhance both their personal and professional skills. The program delivers lasting value not only to the individuals involved, but also to their employers and the broader community.

Participant Benefits

Participants attend full-day sessions once a month over the course of six months. Each workshop is designed to strengthen leadership capabilities while providing an insider’s look at the people and places that power the region. Sessions include guided community tours and opportunities to engage with leaders from local industries, government, and nonprofits. Topics include leadership strengths, diversity and inclusion, natural resources, education, workforce development, public services, and more. Graduates walk away with a clearer understanding of how economic development, community well-being, and civic engagement intersect to shape the region’s future.

Ideal Candidates

Leadership Livingston welcomes both established and emerging leaders who are eager to make a meaningful impact in their community. Ideal candidates have a demonstrated commitment to community involvement—or a strong interest in getting involved. The program strives for a diverse cohort, drawing participants from a wide range of industries and sectors including education, healthcare, finance, manufacturing, government, arts, nonprofits, and beyond.

Employer Benefits

Employers who support their team members in participating show a strong commitment to both employee growth and community investment. In addition to enhancing their team’s leadership abilities, sponsoring organizations are recognized as forward-thinking employers who value talent development and regional progress.

Program Content

Each month participants will come together to learn about leadership from each other, community leaders, and the program facilitator. Program content includes the opportunity for self-awareness through assessments such as StrengthsFinder and DiSC; learning about time-management and self-renewal; best practices with organizational culture and employee engagement; managing conflict and using a coach approach; active listening & assertive communication; mentoring others & delegation.

Program Facilitator

Caryn Bedford, SPHR, CPC

Caryn has over 25 years of experience in leadership & career development. Her consulting business enables her to assist a wide variety of organizations with human resources, training, and coaching services. She has previously served in leadership roles for a state-wide insurance association, a multi-state vocational rehabilitation organization, a municipal retirement services organization and with career services at a public university. She obtained her master’s degree in university administration with an emphasis in career development from Michigan State University and a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Eastern Michigan University. She has also earned a certificate in leadership from the University of Michigan, is a Certified Professional Coach, and a certified DiSC and 5 Behaviors facilitator.

Questions? Please contact the Howell Area Chamber of Commerce 517.546.3920.

$1,300 Alliance Members – Howell Chamber, Hartland Chamber and Brighton Chamber Members

$1,500 Non Members

Session Dates for 2025-2026

Tuesday, October 7, 2025
Kick-off Lunch & Leadership Foundations
10:30am- 3:00pm
Livingston Educational Service Agency

Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Certified Tourism Ambassador/Natural Resource Day
9:00am – 3:00pm
Waldenwoods Banquet Center

Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Education and Workforce Day
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Cleary University

Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Non-profit Day
9:00am-3:00pm
Armor Protective Packaging

Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Government Day
9:00am-3:00pm
State Capital Tour & Meeting with Leadership

Tuesday, April 14, 2026
County Services Day
9:00am-3:30 pm
EMS, LETS, Old Courthouse, Judge Chambers Tour

Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Graduation Day
9:00am – 1:00pm
Opera House