LEAD BREVARD, INC.
ROCKLEDGE, FLORIDA

In the early 1980’s, ad hoc groups of Brevard community leaders realized that for the county to reach its fullest potential, it was necessary to develop the region’s most important resource – its people. Working under the umbrella of the Chambers of Commerce through a variety of collaborations, the founders’ vision was to develop a program to foster future volunteer leadership throughout Brevard. Since then, LEAD Brevard (formerly known as Leadership Brevard, Inc.) has evolved into an independent 501(c)(3) educational organization. LEAD Brevard, Inc. is governed by a Board of Directors which is created through election by the Alumni membership. Program graduates may become active Leadership Brevard Alumni and participate on committees. Since it started in 1985, Leadership Brevard has graduated over 1,000 participants and a solid Alumni base has been established. Of its graduates, 75% still reside in Brevard and many are active Leadership Brevard Alumni. On June 1st, 2006 the organization became LEAD Brevard. The LEAD acronym: Lead. Engage. Achieve. Develop. This new name better defines the organization’s goals; to provide leadership development and training for our community through existing programs, like Leadership Brevard, and through the LEAD Institute which provides additional training and development opportunities. Florida Power & Light Company LEAD Brevard will be closed to observe the following holidays: was founded to enhance the civic participation of community leaders within Brevard County. The goal is to develop a group of individuals to provide diversity of input, thought and perspective to our program for the long-term benefit of the community. Leadership Brevard has been an excellent program for my personal and professional development. The members of my class represented a wide range of employment backgrounds and a rich diversity of perspectives. I expect that the business and personal relationships I have developed through Leadership Brevard will last many years into the future. I would recommend the program to anyone who is looking to develop an expansive networking base in Brevard County, grow as a leader, and gain a greater understanding of the community. LEAD Brevard will be closed to observe the following holidays: