Junior Leadership Intensive

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 (9:00 AM - 2:15 PM) (CDT)

Description

🎯 Step Into Leadership – Your Way
Ready to level up? Join us for a one-day experience built just for high school students who want to lead, grow, and make a difference — and maybe make a few new friends along the way.


📅 Tuesday, July 30th
This isn’t a boring lecture — it’s a day packed with real talk, fun activities, and leadership skills you can actually use. You’ll figure out your personal leadership style, build confidence, and learn how to lead in school, at work, and in your community — no title required.


🔥 Expect interactive sessions, hands-on challenges, cool conversations, and a chance to connect with other students that’ll leave you feeling inspired and ready to lead your way.


Leadership Intensive Schedule

Welcome & Icebreaker: Leadership in Action

Kickstart the day with an interactive icebreaker focused on leadership moments and insights.

KOLBE Index & Leadership Styles

Learn how each of us instinctively takes action, so we can better understand our strengths and lead more effectively by recognizing how you naturally solve problems, delegate tasks, and communicate. 

Led by Amy Hagerman, VP Client Relations, Kolbe Corp

Exploring Leadership vs. Management

Explore the balance between leadership and management.

Led by Nina Menis, CEO & Executive Director of KidsMatter.

Emotional Intelligence & Self-Awareness

Uncover the power of emotional intelligence in leadership.

Led by Nikki Green, Life and Business Resiliency Expert, The Green Chameleon Collective.

Lead Where You Are – Without the Title

Learn how to influence and inspire from any position.

Led by Brandon Ayers, Owner of Legacy & Life Law Firm, LLC.

Wrap-Up: Personal Leadership Growth Plan

Reflect on the day and create a personalized plan for your leadership journey.


Why Attend? 

This event is an invaluable opportunity for students to gain practical leadership insights, connect with peers, and leave with a certificate of completion and a tailored growth plan. 

Don’t miss the chance to invest in your future as a leader. Take the first step towards making a difference in your school, community, and beyond. Register today and begin your leadership journey!


No refunds or credits will be issued. Minimum number registration is required for NACC programming to move forward. Attendees will be notified via email if there are any changes to program. We apologize for any inconvenience. 

Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce
55 South Main Street #375 Calamos Conference Room
Naperville, IL 60540 United States
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Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce Events Team
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Wednesday, July 30, 2025 (9:00 AM - 2:15 PM) (CDT)
9:00 – 9:15 AM | Welcome & Icebreaker: Leadership in Action 9:15 – 10:00 AM | Session 1: Take the DISC Assessment 10:00 – 10:45 AM | Session 2: Understanding Different Leadership Styles 10:45 – 11:30 AM | Session 3: What is Leadership? Leader vs. Manager 11:30 – 12:15 PM | Lunch & Network 12:15 – 1:00 PM | Session 4: Emotional Intelligence & Self-Awareness 1:00 – 1:45 PM | Session 5: Lead Where You Are – Without the Title
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