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Leadership Discovery

Building the Foundation of Impactful Leadership

Empowering the next generation of leaders, Leadership Discovery inspires and equips emerging leaders to develop and understand their personal leadership style by learning from top business leaders from across the Charleston region.

Overview
Two Hour Mentor Lead Sessions
Everything DiSc Assessment Providing Insights into Personal Leadership Styles
Three Course Etiquette Dinner
Learn From Experiences of Accomplished Leaders
Build A Network of Fellow Emerging Leaders

Applications Are Now Open - Deadline: September 12, 2025

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Mentor-Driven Growth for Emerging Leaders

Leadership Discovery is a comprehensive program designed for emerging leaders passionate about strengthening their skills, learning from experienced professionals and connecting with peers at similar stages in their careers. Through in-depth mentor sessions, participants engage directly with accomplished leaders, from a variety of industries, who share the experiences that shaped their leadership journeys. These intimate discussions provide valuable opportunities to ask questions, delve into leadership challenges and gain practical insights that participants can immediately put into action.

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Leadership Discovery Information

Curriculum:

5 Mentor-Led Sessions

  • Mentor-led sessions provide an opportunity to learn from the challenges and successes of established business leaders.

Everything DiSC Assessment and Results Insights Session

  • Everything DiSC Assessment provides insight into participants working styles and how to more effectively engage with colleagues.

3-Course Business Etiquette Dinner

  • 3-course business etiquette dinner provides practical experience and builds confidence in professional dining settings.

Program Timeframe:

Class Runs: September 30, 2025 - November 11, 2025

  • Weekly, in-person sessions are held at the Charleston Metro Chamber's headquarters.
    • Tuesday, September 30
    • Tuesday, October 7
    • Tuesday, October 14
    • Tuesday, October 21
    • Tuesday, October 28
    • Tuesday, November 4
    • Tuesday, November 11 (Business Etiquette Dinner held offsite)

Class times will be announced at a later date.

Ideal Candidates:

  • High-potential leaders, within 3-8 years of their career start, seeking mentorship and guidance to refine their leadership approach.

Application & Tuition:

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Submission Deadline: Friday, September 12

Tuition Cost: $950

Applications Are Now Open - Deadline: September 12, 2025

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Leadership Discovery Staff

Therese Gordon
Associate Vice President of Leadership
843.805.3007
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Olivia Vernon
Manager of Workforce & Education
843.471.1233
Email Olivia

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