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Leadership Discovery

Building the Foundation of Impactful Leadership

Empowering the next generation of leaders, Leadership Discovery inspires and equips emerging leaders to develop and understand their personal leadership style by learning from top business leaders from across the Charleston region.

Applications Are Now Open - Deadline: September 10, 2025

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Mentor-Driven Growth for Emerging Leaders

Leadership Discovery is a comprehensive program designed for emerging leaders passionateabout strengthening their skills, learn from experienced professionals and connect with peers at similar stages in their careers. Through in-depth mentor sessions, participants engage directly with accomplished leaders from a variety of industries who share the experiences that shaped their leadership journeys. These intimate discussions provide valuable opportunities to ask questions, delve into leadership challenges and gain practical insights that participants can immediately put into action.

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Curriculum:

5 Mentor-Led Sessions

  • Mentor-led sessions provide an opportunity to learn from the challenges and successes of established business leaders.

Everything DiSC Assessment and Results Insights

  • Everything DiSC Assessment provides insight into participants working styles and how to more effectively engage with colleagues.

3-Course Business Etiquette Dinner

  • 3-course business etiquette dinner provides practical experience and builds confidence in professional dining settings.

Program Timeframe:

Class Runs: September 30, 2025 - November 11, 2025

  • Weekly, in-person sessions, held at the Charleston Metro Chamber's headquarters.
    • Tuesday, September 30
    • Tuesday, October 7
    • Tuesday, October 14
    • Tuesday, October 21
    • Tuesday, October 28
    • Tuesday, November 4
    • Tuesday, November 11 (Business Etiquette Dinner held offsite)

Ideal Candidates:

  • High-potential leaders, within 5-8 years of their career start, seeking mentorship and guidance to refine their leadership approach.

Application & Tuition:

Applications Are Currently Open: Apply Now

Submission Deadline: Friday, September 12

Tuition Cost: $950

Applications Are Now Open - Deadline: September 10, 2025

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Leadership Discovery Staff

Therese Gordon
Associate Vice President of Leadership
843.805.3007
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Olivia Vernon
Manager of Workforce & Education
843.471.1233
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