This storied leadership development program has existed since 1985. Leadership Jeffco's commitment is to inspire & cultivate diverse and emerging leaders who want to be more engaged and make a bigger impact on this community. We foster and align the cross sections of our community (Private, Public, and Nonprofit) by giving special access to Organizations and Leaders in Jefferson County. Jeffco Leadership is a 501c3 under the West Metro Chamber Foundation that houses four (4) leadership programs along with 1,000+ alumni.
This prized local treasure joined the Jeffco Economic Development Corporation umbrella in 2022. Joining forces with the EDC, the program(s) has greater access to our community than ever before. Leadership Jeffco strives for our students to understand their strengths to position them for the future while offering personal tours of leading industries, higher education, and governmental locations.
Our signature Leadership Class gives participants a better understanding of themself while exploring our beautiful county assets. (Applications Open: May 1 to May 31)
Learn More & ApplyIn partnership with Jeffco School District the Youth Leadership Jeffco program is working with Lakewood and Green Mountain High School Juniors. These students are learning about one's self and their career pathways while being exposed to what Jefferson County has to offer in their own backyard.
Learn MoreOur community faces a number of challenges that can only be addressed through collaboration, cooperation, and thoughtful deliberation. The PCLE has been created with one goal in mind – bring our leaders together to learn from other communities how they have addressed similar issues.
Learn MoreOnce a part of the LJC family, always a part of the LJC family. Find out ways to continue connecting through our alumni programs.
Learn More“I have had the opportunity to present to a diverse group of leaders within Jefferson County through Leadership Jeffco. The course provides a broad range of learning topics specific to leadership in a holistic manner. This class is very interactive and while I was proud to speak as a representative of professional law enforcement in Jefferson County, I found the interaction with Leadership Jeffco participants to be refreshing, enlightening, and brave. Jefferson County’s future looks incredible with the level of leadership developing and preparing to take on larger roles of responsibility and accountability.”
“Leadership Jeffco gave me the opportunity to learn about different community sectors where I live and work. The information and advice I have heard has been invaluable and helped formed me to be a better leader in my career and a more informed citizen for my community. I have made connections within my leadership group that will help me both professionally and personally.”
