Committee 4 Wagga and Charles Sturt University (CSU) have joined forces to further develop a leadership program for talented businesspeople in Wagga Wagga.

 

An initiative of Committee 4 Wagga which targets local individuals with identified leadership potential, the Emerging Leaders Program is designed to equip the region’s future leaders with the skills necessary to contribute to the city’s future growth and development.

 

“The program is entering its second year, and the support of Charles Sturt University is an exciting step forward for our developing leaders and the city of Wagga Wagga,” CEO Committee 4 Wagga, Mr Chris Fitzpatrick, said.

 

“It is significant that the University has recognised the Emerging Leaders Program and invested in our city’s future leaders.”

 

CSU is the main sponsor of the Emerging Leaders Program which will provide mentoring, education and skills development events to businesspeople in the city over 12 months.

 

CSU’s Vice-Chancellor, Professor Andrew Vann, said CSU’s primary reason for existence is to contribute to its communities. “We see leadership as a critical issue for the future of Australia and are excited at the opportunity to help grow leaders in Wagga Wagga and the Riverina.”

 

CSU’s Faculty of Business Executive Dean, Professor Lesley White, said the program was a wonderful initiative. “The program is a positive step toward ensuring sustainability and growth within the region and we are thrilled to be contributing to that.”

 

The University’s involvement includes a significant financial sponsorship contribution through to providing practical academic content with CSU’s Faculty of Business designing and delivering several seminars throughout the 12-month program with some of its key business academics.

 

A number of high profile local identities have already contributed to the program through keynote presentations, including Mrs Kay Hull, Ms Anne Delaney, Dr Richard Harrison, Group Captain Tony Checker and Colonel David Hay.