Momentum Magazine June 2019 Edition | Page 11

WELCOME SCRANTON! PROGRAM LAUNCHED EXPLORE, ENVISION, ENGAGE Join other local leaders for Welcome Scranton!, Leadership Lackawanna’s regional tour designed for busy professionals who want the inside scoop on what’s happening in our county, directly from experts in the fi eld. HOW COMPANIES/BUSINESSES/ORGANIZATIONS CAN BENEFIT: WHAT IS IT? Leadership Lackawanna’s newest program, Welcome Scranton!, is a 2 ½ day program is designed to give participants a quick, but thorough, understanding of Scranton and Lackawanna County, along with a revitalized sense of putting leadership into action. Welcome Scranton! is open to everyone, from newcomers to area natives, from entry-level employees to executives. • This program is a unique way to train employees, as well as recognize and reward top talent. • Welcome Scranton! allows for a personal, hands-on way to introduce new (or seasoned) employees to all that Scranton and Lackawanna County have to offer. WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE? EVERYONE! Each Welcome Scranton! Class is comprised of a diverse group of business leaders including executives, young professionals, managers, entry- level professionals, business owners, nonprofi t directors and senior business offi cials. New residents of the region should also apply; however, lifelong residents can also benefi t from this program! • Your organization will see increased visibility, as well as business opportunities, leads and referrals, all thanks to the enhanced connections participants gain as a result of this program. • Through successful and engaged completion of this program, employees will feel more connected to the community in which they live and work. This is a major retention benefi t! A FEW NOTABLE PARTICIPANT BENEFITS: • Explore our area’s hidden gems • Enhance your network of personal and professional connections • Hear inspirational stories from our business community • Gain exposure to local leaders, issues and service and leadership opportunities TUITION Welcome Scranton! tuition is $600. A limited amount of partial scholarships are available based on need. FOR MORE INFO CALL (570) 342-7711 OR EMAIL [email protected] www.scrantonchamber.com • 11