u MODULE 1 INTRODUCTION TO LEADERSHIPApril 01, 1–5 p.m.This module will introduce members to the various aspects of leadership. The purpose is to develop a broader understanding of leadership and its applications and implications to personal and professional life. The program focus is on understanding the di�erent personality types and how to best work with, and to best lead, others.

EXPECTATIONS:• Develop a clearer understanding of what

leadership is and what it is not.• Practice the fundamentals of leadership.• Gain an understanding of your dominant

communication style.• Create a greater familiarity among

members of the Leadership Series.

u MODULE 2LEADERSHIP & PERSONAL DEVELOPMENTApril 15, 1–5 p.m.This module will continue to advance the practice of leadership and delve deeper into the di�erent personality types and how to e�ectively deal with individual preferences. The program will also focus on setting goals to improve personal and professional e�ectiveness.

EXPECTATIONS:• Understand and practice a proven

process of achievement.• Maximize your leadership e�ectiveness

by understanding who you are working with.

• Create personal and professional goals to motivate and improve performance.

• Continue to strengthen the relations among members of the Leadership Series.

u MODULE 3COMMUNITY AWARENESS & INVOLVEMENTMay 06, 1–5 p.m.This module introduces how a leader can become more active by giving-back to the community. The focus is providing access to the ways a person can get involved while fostering a commitment to civic responsibility.

EXPECTATIONS:• Understanding the importance of

community involvement.• Types of Sparks Chamber committees

to join.• Awareness of the types of non-profit

organizations and what they o�er.• How to get involved with a non-profit

organization that fits your personality, interests and professional goals.

• Types of Sparks Chamber committees to join.

u MODULE 4GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS & INTERACTIONMay 20, 1–5 p.m.This module educates participants on the functions of government and how it impacts our daily lives. The focus is on understanding the various processes of government and how to e�ectively interact with it.

EXPECTATIONS:• Understand how city/county government works & how it a�ects you as a citizen.

• Increase awareness of proposed changes before they happen and how to get involved.

• Recognize the di�erent roles between City Manager and elected officials.

• Get to know your elected officials and what they do for you.

u MODULE 5 MASTERING YOUR COMMUNICATIONJune 10, 8a.m– NoonThis module provides participants with the essential tools to communicate e�ectively with other people. The program focus is on practicing positive communication habits that propel participants along the path to career success and personal achievement.

EXPECTATIONS:• Practice vital listening strategies that

dramatically improve communication.• Improve your interpersonal

communication to establish immediate rapport.

The Chamber PACE Leadership 2015PURPOSE: Developing core leadership qualities within individuals that promote Professional Achievement & Communication Excellence.

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• Communicate skillfully and confidently with other people.

• Communicate in a clear and organized manner to create mutual understanding.

u MODULE 6EDUCATION SYSTEMSJuly 15, 1–5 p.m.This module gives greater insight on the importance of education. The program focus will be on how to positively a�ect the reach of education as a vital way to enhance your personal life, your company and your community.

EXPECTATIONS:• Knowing the myths and realities of the

educational system.• Identify the pitfalls and roadblocks of the

educational system.• Knowing the responsibilities of citizens

to the educational system.• Understanding of how the educational

system is run.

u MODULE 7BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & CAREER ADVANCEMENTAugust 12, 1–5 p.m. This module provides a greater awareness of career and business development practices. The program focus is providing the tools to advance your career and to grow the organization you are working in.

EXPECTATIONS:• Developing a plan of action for your

business position.• Retrieving the business development

resources that are available to you.• Understanding the role of Human

Resources and employee development.

• Learn career advancement and business development techniques.

u MODULE 8THE UNLIMITED POWER OF TEAMWORKSeptember 09, 1–5 p.m.This module helps strongly unite team members to reach common goals through a greater awareness of how each member contributes to the success or failure of the team. The program focus is on practicing the essentials of successful teamwork. The program is guaranteed to challenge team members to examine strengths and opportunities for growth, while appreciating the diversity of each member of the team.

EXPECTATIONS:• Strengthen cohesiveness and

cooperation among team members.

• Win the support and committed involvement needed to achieve goals.

• Increase the awareness of team member’s unique contribution.

• Increase proficiency of team communications skills.

• Create a “can-do” encouraging spirit that uplifts all team members of the Leadership Series.

u MODULE 9October 07, 7a.m to NoonPRODUCTIVE MEDIA INTERACTIONThis module gives a thorough understanding of how to get your message out through the various media sources. The program focus is to help participants have a greater media impact on their business and community efficacy.

EXPECTATIONS:• Dealing e�ectively with TV, Print,

Radio & the Internet.• How to pitch your business and

brand to the media.• What to say to the media to

promote your position.• Ways to get the media to share your

story with the public.

u MODULE 10LEADERSHIP REPORT LUNCHEONNovember 18, 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m.This module allows leadership participants to articulate and practice public speaking skills by giving a report on their PACE experience.

EXPECTATIONS:• What have you learned from your PACE

experience?• What result have you gained from your

PACE experience?• What part of the PACE program was

most valuable to you?• What do you plan to implement as a

result of your PACE experience?

u MODULE 11GRADUATION CEREMONY LUNCHEONDecember 02, (tentative), 9:30 a.m.–2 p.m. (Chamber Luncheon) This module reveals and implements the roles and structure of running a formal event. Participants will know the behind-the-scenes key functions of hosting an organized and successful public a�air.

EXPECTATIONS:• Recognizing and appreciating the

accomplishments of others in a formal way.

• Practice and incorporate the components of operating a public event.

Call Breakthrough Training at (775) 337-1600 or The Chamber at (775) 636-9550 for more information.

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The Chamber P.A.C.E. Leadership course program fee is: $595.00 (USD) - for additional information you can use thecontact information at the top of this form or contact the program facilitator Jeffrey Benjamin of Breakthrough Trainingat (775) 337.1600. Fee for non-Chamber members is: $750.00 (USD).

To submit your P.A.C.E Application, scan it and send to pace@breakthroughtraining.com or fax it to the Chamberat (775) 337-3038.

Fax: (775) 337-3038