About Leadership Cary

Leadership Cary is a unique, seven month program that exposes participants to multiple facets of the community including next-level leadership skills, local non-profits, health & medical services, economic development, local government, entrepreneurship and innovation, law enforcement and many more. Through the program Leadership Cary participants develop meaningful, lasting relationships with multiple industry leaders spanning all industries both large and small.

​Participation

​In order to get the most out of the Leadership Cary program, we recommend scheduling accordingly to be able to attend all sessions. Attendance is mandatory; therefore commitment to the program is necessary for participation. Please note, you may only miss up to two sessions. Attendance for each session accounts for the session's start time until it's end time and we request you plan to be there the entire day.

Testimonials

Beth Byerley
Market Executive, SVP
Southern First

"The Leadership Cary program gave me a behind-the-scenes look into all aspects of the Town of Cary, arming me with highly relevant information that allows me to advocate for our coveted community.  The events were meaningful, the content was thought-provoking, and the relationships developed with my fellow classmates are lasting.  I am forever enriched by this experience!

Sandra Wahba
Senior Associate | Architect | Project Manager
LS3P

"The well-curated day programs gave me an incredible glimpse into Cary’s past, its present initiatives, and future vision. I built lasting connections with professionals who truly care about making a difference in their communities—whether through volunteer opportunities or knowing where to lean in. I highly recommend Leadership Cary to anyone looking to learn, connect, and become a vital part of the community."​

Mackenzie Gokey
Director of Marketing
Triangle Smart Divorce

Jeff Moncrief, CPA
Senior Vice President
SouthState Bank

“Leadership Cary is one of those experiences that really sticks with you. It was genuinely fun, full of great people and conversations, and years later, I still find myself using what I learned in both work life and everyday life. There’s truly no better way to get to know Cary and its local business community.”​

"I highly recommend participating in the Leadership Cary program.  It afforded me an opportunity to learn more about needs in the community and ways to engage with other likeminded individuals interested in making a difference through volunteerism."

​Why should you or an employee participate?

While learning about the important elements of the community, you will find that participants establish a great amount of contacts – both with fellow participants and with the leaders that the group meets with throughout the program. Participation in Leadership Cary also opens the door to other, triangle wide leadership programs. 

Application Deadline - Monday, September 15, 2025

Cost: $800 (will be invoiced once accepted)

Presented by

Program Sponsors

To sponsor please contact, Lauren Chappell for more information. 

Application

Class of 2025 - 2026 Leadership Cary Schedule

*Please note that the dates and times are subject to change

Tuesday, October 28
Tuesday, November 18
Tuesday, December 9
Tuesday, January 27
Tuesday, February 24
Tuesday, March 24
Tuesday, April 28
Tuesday, May 19
Graduation: Wednesday, May 27

Sessions will include: 
Leadership Skills Training, Nonprofit Day, Entrepreneurship & Innovation Day, Entertainment & Recreation, Education Session, Law Enforcement & Government Day, Health & Medical Services, Economic Development

Staff Contact:
Lauren Chappell
919-319-4704
[email protected]