Chamber Programs: Leadership Lufkin
To apply for membership to Leadership Lufkin, please complete the application form and turn it in to Susie Cardwell at the Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce at 1615 S. Chestnut prior to the June 1st deadline.
Requirements: Applicants must be at least 21 years of age and are required to either reside or work in Angelina County. Tuition for the program is $975, which covers costs of some meals and transportation, training materials and speakers.
The Program: Leadership Lufkin is a nine-month program designed to identify and educate the existing and potential leaders of Lufkin and Angelina County. It consists of day-long sessions targeted at orienting the class to particular aspects of the community, such as the health care, social services, local/county/state government, education, economic development, and quality of life in Angelina County. The program also includes classroom-style leadership skills training.
The program requires participation in a two-day opening retreat with a ropes course, a two-day or three-day stay in Austin to study state government, and two-day participation at the annual Angelina County Science & Tech Fair. The class is also required to attend a City Council Meeting, an Angelina County school board meeting, a County Commissioner's meeting, and a Lufkin Police Department Ride-Along. The program, which is strongly supported by the community, allows class members to become acquainted with volunteer opportunities and needs in their Chamber and in their community.
Financial Assistance: If you require financial assistance, a letter explaining your request must be included with your application. Upon acceptance into the program tuition is due in full. Limited scholarships may be available. Click here for a copy of the Scholarship Request.
Tentative Schedule of Events and Sessions. (These dates are subject to change.)
Leadership Lufkin Class of 2010-2011
| Tim Alvey | Cellular One of East Texas |
| Adam Baldauf | Lockheed Martin |
| Rev. Art Callaham | St. Cyprian’s Episcopal Church |
| Casey Callas | Regions Bank |
| Ashlyn Cole | First Bank & Trust East Texas |
| Brandon Davis | Zeleskey Law Firm |
| Bonnie Dowdy | Music World |
| Annysue Emmons | Gann Medford Real Estate |
| Joe Evans | Klotz Associates, Inc. |
| Stacy Garcia | Memorial Health System of East Texas |
| Keith Gee | Lufkin Industries, Inc |
| Paula Havard | Pregnancy Help Center |
| Randy Horn | Brookshire Brothers |
| Chris Johnson | Whataburger |
| Julie Kay | Angelina County & Cities Health District |
| Christie Maddux | Woodland Heights Medical Center |
| David Radke | Lee TranServices, Inc. |
| Kimber Rhodes | Alexander, Lankford & Hiers, Inc. |
| Jim Owens | Goodwin-Lasiter, Inc. |
| Chris Smith | Consolidated Communications |
| Peggy Spain | GENCO Federal Credit Union |
| Melinda Sullivan | Sears Portrait Studio |
| Scott West | Southwest Securities Inc. |
| Nancy Westbury | Audiological Services |
| Gena Hanner | Lufkin State Supported Living Center |
By attending or participating in any Leadership Lufkin session or event, you are giving the Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce permission to use any likeness or photography taken during such sessions or events for publicity purposes.




