Leadership Bell County is committed to building a strong civic culture

through the development of leadership, involvement, and cooperation throughout Bell County.

Leadership Bell County is designed to enhance the future of the region by identifying individuals who have demonstrated a commitment to this county and a potential for leadership; acquainting participants with issues of leadership and of community structure and operation; providing opportunity for interaction between present and future leaders; and promoting involvement in community issues and organizations.

Objectives:

• Strengthen basic leadership skills

• Develop a strong civic commitment to positively impact county issues by increased participation/action.

• Increase knowledge of issues to build on the cultural strengths of the county and surrounding areas.

Goals:

• Community Awareness

• Leadership Development

• Personal Empowerment

• Networking

• Mentoring

• Group Cooperation and Problem Solving

• Regional Cooperation

 

Anyone, regardless of age, race, gender, ethnic origin or disability who either resides or works in Bell County is invited to apply for participation. Applicants are asked to document their leadership qualities through their activities at work, church, civic club, school or other community organizations by completing an application form. The participants selected for the program will represent a cross section of the county and will come from a variety of backgrounds. Class participants will be selected by a confidential screening committee. The class will be limited to twenty (20) individuals. Applicants not selected for this year’s class are encouraged to re-apply for next year.

 

For information about Leadership Bell County, please contact the Chamber office at (606) 248-1075 or email us.

The Bell County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to offer its members a new program--Business Open House. This program is primarily for new businesses.

New business owners and staff can choose to hold an Open House during their Grand Opening or hold it up to a month after the Grand Opening. Either way, the Business Open House gives the Bell County community an opportunity to get to know the business owners and staff, tour the facility, receive information about their products and/or services and simply enjoy a time of food and fellowship.

For more information about the Business Open House Program, please contact the Chamber office at (606) 248-1075 or email us.

At noon on the second Thursday of each month, the Bell County Chamber of Commerce invites its membership to J. Milton's Restaurant to hear a prominent speaker from the county or state.

The Soup & Sandwich Series is just one of many benefits offered to Chamber members.

For information about upcoming speakers, please contact the Chamber office at (606) 248-1075 or email us.

The Bell County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to work with individuals and businesses through its Ambassador Program.

For information about the Ambassador Program, please contact the Chamber office at (606) 248-1075 or email us.