The Pryor Area Chamber of Commerce prepares to launch the inaugural class of the "Mayes County Leadership Academy" (MCLA) later this month.

Currently, the Chamber is seeking participants for the nine-month program, which will introduce MCLA participants to several aspects of Mayes County, including business, education, industry, government, health and social services. Classes will meet monthly from September through May 2009.

Applications are still being accepted for the MCLA 2008-2009 class, which begins September 19 and 20 with an overnight retreat at Camp Dry Gulch USA. That opening session will focus on orientation, team building and leadership. Other sessions will include a trip to the state captiol next spring, and opportunities to take part in the "Great Days of Service" community service program.

We invite you to come and be a part of the program that is "empowering area leaders to affect positive change."

For an MCLA Application & Schedule click HERE