Experiences

Participating in the Leadership Germantown program was a life-changing experience for me. The program provided an opportunity to have a better understanding of the operational and strategic planning side of city operations on a more in-depth and personal level, and included engagement in group discussions with top city leaders and officials.  The Leadership Germantown program also focuses on Servant Leadership and ways to get engaged in the community, and give back. I really enjoyed working with my teammates on our special Leadership Germantown Community project, it provided an opportunity to further develop my leadership skills, and knowing the project will have a positive impact on the community has been incredibly rewarding.  If you are looking for a more in-depth understanding of city operations, community engagement, personal challenges, networking opportunities, and professional and personal growth, I highly recommend participating in Leadership Germantown.

Leadership Germantown is an induction to full fledged service, community, and leadership in the city of Germantown. I’ve gained so much throughout this program: skills, knowledge, friends, and perspective that I could not get anywhere else. The best thing about LG is that while the program ends, the community and relationships are forever. The course is just the beginning of the experience.

Leadership Germantown is an induction to full fledged service, community, and leadership in the city of Germantown. I’ve gained so much throughout this program: skills, knowledge, friends, and perspective that I could not get anywhere else. The best thing about LG is that while the program ends, the community and relationships are forever. The course is just the beginning of the experience.

I have been a resident of Germantown for over five years and I have grown to love this city, my neighbors, and the multitude of family-oriented opportunities provided by the gracious people of this community.  These things inspired and encouraged me to get involved and give back.  I heard about the Leadership Germantown program from a few friends and fellow residents. After a very straightforward application process, I was accepted into the class of 2022.  As a recent Leadership Germantown graduate,  I can genuinely say my amazing experience over the last six months exceeded my expectations. The program has increased my knowledge of the City of Germantown, helped me develop a multitude of new skills, and it introduced me to groups of several outstanding individuals whom I owe a tremendous amount of gratitude for making this city the place it is today. So if you are interested in learning more about Germantown and becoming a servant leader, I would say apply to Leadership Germantown. You will be so happy you did!

Leadership Germantown offered incredible opportunities to learn about our community.  Not only did I develop a huge sense of gratitude for Germantown and all that goes into making it the best community in America, I also learned a great deal about leadership in general.  For all of the learnings perhaps the greatest thing that came from the program were new friends and colleagues.  I would highly recommend this program to anyone who is serious about enriching the community as well as themselves.

Leadership Germantown was a very positive experience for me.  It allowed me to make friendships and learn about my community in a unique “hands-on” way.  I am grateful for the experience and for every person that gave us their time to share their knowledge about how our community functions, how it fits into and relates to the larger community, and all the wonderful things that make us unique and strong.  Anyone that gets the opportunity to participate in Leadership Germantown should take advantage of it.  It is a great resource and a growth experience.

If you work or live in Germantown and care about the city, then I encourage you to find a way to join Leadership Germantown! You will gain knowledge of our how our city works through unique classroom and hands-on experiences, while discovering community gems and educating yourself to become a better citizen.

Leadership Germantown 2020 was an awesome experience. I did not know what to expect, but I learned a ton about Germantown and leadership, met a bunch of great people, and thoroughly enjoyed each session we had.

If you are interested in learning the behind the scenes of what makes Germantown such a great city, I highly recommend going through Leadership Germantown. You leave the program not only with knowledge of how to get involved, but also with a group of comrades you can call forever friends.

Leadership Germantown has been one of the most rewarding things I’ve done professionally and personally. Everything I have learned in LG has confirmed my love for our great city. It is well worth the time commitment!

Enriching experience. Learned a ton. Met many amazing people and I’m better for having been in the Class. Awesome! I wish everyone in Germantown could be aware of what a great community we have.

Fantastic!!! is exactly how I would describe my LG experience. Team Trek was an emotional rollercoaster and exactly the perfect way to bond us as a class.  Class sessions were well organized and structured to keep us occupied throughout the entire day.  And finally, our class project of renovating the Houston High School Greenhouse was the perfect culmination to make us work as a team and get the job done. I look forward to serving on the LG Board and was honored to be voted into that position by my peers. 2018 is the Best Class Ever!!

I graduated from Leadership Germantown in 2004, and I learned about the wonderful services we have with our local Germantown Police and Fire Departments. On our additional day trips, we were shown how our State, City, and County governments work, learned about the educational opportunities for Germantown’s children, and I found so many ways I could enjoy being a part of Germantown.  I have served on the Senior Commission, the Safety Commission, the Library Board, and am currently on the Neighborhood Preservation Commission. If you want to learn how to get involved, serve your city, make great friends, and have an awesome time doing it, go through Leadership Germantown.