Ep. 14 | Why Leadership Lee County Exists (And Where We're Going Next)

This episode is a little different than our typical conversations and intentionally so.With applications now open for the 2026–2027 Leadership Lee County class, we wanted to pull back the curtain and share the heart behind the organization, where we're headed, and why leadership development matters now more than ever.In this exclusive conversation, Executive Director Kristen Reeder shares:• Why leadership isn't just for people with titles• The biggest leadership gaps she sees in our community• How Leadership Lee County is evolving beyond its annual leadership program• The vision of becoming Lee County's leadership resource• What participants actually experience during the nine-month Leadership Program• Who should consider applying and whyWhether you're considering applying to this year's class, wondering if the program is the right fit, or simply curious about the future of Leadership Lee County, this episode offers an inside look at the vision driving everything we're building.If you've been on the fence about applying, we hope you'll spend the next 30 minutes with us!