The leadership development program that has educated and nurtured hundreds of the region’s leaders for more than 30 years is seeking its next crop of students. 

Applications to join Class XXX of Leadership Tri-Cities open online March 1. Between 25-30 individuals will be selected and announced on June 11, the day after the current Class XXIX graduates. 

Founded in 1994, Leadership Tri-Cities provides an 11-month immersive educational experience aimed at helping participants examine the complex issues facing the Mid-Columbia and develop skilled leaders who are catalysts for positive change.  

Monthly full-day sessions cover topics ranging from local and state government to agriculture and education, with discussions with community experts, workshops, team building and firsthand experiences. Each class also works collaboratively on a community service project for a local nonprofit or civic organization.  

Visit leadershiptricities.com/pages/apply-for-class-xxx to learn more about class requirements, the application process, and what it means to be part of this year-long leadership journey. Applications close April 30.