Fasttrack
Overview
Leadership Memphis aims to equip and rally leaders to collaborate for the greater good of the entire community. The FastTrack Program specifically targets emerging leaders with significant potential, driven to make a positive impact in the Greater Memphis Area. Over a twelve-week duration, participants delve into challenging concepts, transformative tools, and a network of opportunities geared towards fostering positive personal and community change.
FastTrack leverages participants’ current leadership skills, enhancing their understanding of community programs, policies, and established change-makers. Through experiential learning and interaction with prominent community leaders, participants develop a robust grasp of how to amplify their influence across various sectors.
Click here to apply for the FastTrack Class
Commitment & Expectations
FastTrack Program is comprised of several components that are intentionally built to complement and enhance the participant experience.
The FastTrack Program guides participants through weekly learning sessions, offering heightened exposure to influential leaders and impactful organizations. It also provides an extended network that connects participants to the current challenges Memphis faces and the prospects for the future of Memphis.
Overall commitment is approximately 40 hours:
- Class Session Hours
- Community Action Project Hours
- Civic Leadership Plan
Session topics encompass learning and service activities addressing issues such as education, transit, arts and culture, urban revitalization, unconscious bias, emotional intelligence, Memphis history, and more. While participants are anticipated to attend all sessions, graduation necessitates mandatory attendance at the following:
- Community Action Project
- At least 7 of the 9 Class Days
- Graduation Celebration
Ideal FastTrack Program participants are:
- Early to mid-level professionals across various sectors, driven to enhance their community leadership skills;
- Professionals who are new to the Greater Memphis Area and aspire to gain knowledge and connections within the community; and
- Executives seeking a “fast track” experience to deepen their understanding of Memphis’s significant historical and current assets and challenges.
Tuition for the FastTrack Program is $1,995 plus a $35 online application fee. Tuition covers all program materials, meals, and the cost of activities. Limited scholarships are available.
Application/Nomination Process
The FastTrack Program challenges young professionals and up-and-coming leaders to think more broadly – perhaps outside of their normal scope –
and to work through complex issues related to culture, economics, community, and more.Leadership Memphis will contact nominees regarding acceptance, next steps, and additional paperwork.
Tuition and fee payments can be paid online, over the phone, or by check mailed to Leadership Memphis.
Applications and nominations should be made online by clicking this link.
What Participants Say
Leadership Memphis FastTrack has taught me that I can make a difference. It has taught me that ignorance is not bliss and the more you know, the better person you will be. It has taught me that it is easy to sit around and complain about the problems; however, it is totally different to figure out solutions and make them happen. It has taught me that we are a very diverse community and that learning more about that diversity only brings us all closer. Leadership Memphis FastTrack has made me a better person, a more well-rounded person.
Calendar of Events – FastTrack
Unless otherwise specified, all Class Days will take place in-person on Tuesdays from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Optional pre-class meal and networking begins at 5:30 pm. Class Day agendas will be shared prior to each session.
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Session 1: Memphis 101 – Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
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Session 2: City Planning – Tuesday, February 4, 2025, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
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Session 3: City & County Government – Tuesday, February 11, 2025, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
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Session 4: Community Development – Tuesday, February 18, 2025, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
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Session 5: Economic Development – Tuesday, February 25, 2025, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
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Session 6: Philanthropic Investments – Tuesday, March 4, 2025, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
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Session 7: Educational Equity – Tuesday, March 18, 2025, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
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Session 8: Health & Wellness – Tuesday, March 25, 2025, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
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Session 9: Arts & Culture – Tuesday, April 1, 2025, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
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Session 10: Community Projects – Tuesday, April 8, 2025, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
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Graduation/Closing Session: – Saturday, April 12, 2025, 9:00 – 11:30 am