North Country Connection - Leadership Training Series

North Country Connection - Leadership Training Series

• North Country Chamber of Commerce, 7061 Route 9, Plattsburgh, NY 12901
• 5.2.25 - 6.27.25
• 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
• Member: $175.00

About North Country Connection:
Connecting future leaders with the tools they need to grow personally and professionally. Through a series of sessions, you'll learn about the challenges facing our region and how you can get involved to make the North Country Stronger.  Professional development sessions will be included to help build the skills necessary to take your career to the next level.

Details:

• May 2, 2025 through June 27, 2025
• 1-Hour per week sessions (8:30-9:30am with the exception of June 20 at 12:00-1:00pm)
• See schedule below

Registration Fee:

• $175 per Chamber and Partner Chamber Member
  • Includes:
    • Educational series
    • Admission to two Business After Hours
    • Certificate of Completion will be provided to participants

Schedule, Topics, Speakers:

Friday, May 2, 8:30-9:30AM Introduction & Networking
Learn about the Chamber, what to expect for the next 8-weeks and get to know your peers. This is a great opportunity to make new connections and hear an overview of what the Chamber does not only for our members but also for the area and tourism.

Hosted by: 
Kristy Kennedy, VP of Business Development and Marketing, North Country Chamber of Commerce
Adriana Favreau, Director of Business Development, North Country Chamber of Commerce

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Friday, May 9, 8:30-9:30AM – Create your community and grow your network
Having a community can be detrimental to a successful career, but how do you create one, develop relationships and essentially contribute to your growth? Learn from two North Country key players who have built their own empires!

Presented by:   
Mike Carpenter, President, The Northeast Group and MHAB
John Bernardi, President & CEO, United Way of the Adirondack Region, Inc.

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Thursday, May 15 5:30-7:00PM – Business After Hours at Riley Ford

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Friday, May 16, 8:30-9:30AM – Principals of Effective Leadership
Learn about being an effective leader by facilitating open communication, encouraging employee growth, setting goals and providing constructive feedback.

Presented by:    Bill Meyers, Market Area Manager, Casella Waste Systems, Inc.

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Friday, May 23, 8:30-9:30AM – Mastering MOJO: The Secret Sauce of Bold Leadership
Leadership isn’t about waiting your turn—it’s about stepping up with confidence, energy, and impact. In this high-energy session, you’ll discover how to activate your MOJO, build influence, and lead with authenticity so you can stand out, step up, and create opportunities that move your career forward.

Presented by:    LeeAnne Ruff, Leadership Visionary and Behavioral Science Expert, LeeAnne Ruff Consulting

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Friday, May 30, 8:30-9:30AM – Sales Techniques and Building Connections
This presentation explores effective sales techniques to engage prospects, build lasting client relationships, and increase your sales (or grow your business). Learn strategies to establish trust, communicate persuasively, and foster meaningful connections that drive business success

Presented by: Adam Feck, Co-Owner, Strategic Executive Alliance

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Friday, June 6, 8:30-9:30AM Dealing with Difficult People and Resolving Conflict
Conflict is bound to happen, you work with a multitude of people with different management styles, backgrounds, and generations. This session will empower you with tools to properly approach various situations that might arise throughout your career.

Presented by: Holly Vassar, Founder/Consultant, Hemisphere Business Solutions  

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Thursday, June 12 5:30-7:00PM – Business After Hours at 1Up Arcade co-sponsored by Valley Vending

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Friday, June 13 8:30-9:30AM – Speed Networking
Let’s use the skills that you have learned over the past few weeks and continue to get to know each other and grow your own network.

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Friday, June 20, 12-1PM – Economic Development & Government Affairs
A rare opportunity to have direct access to two leaders of the North Country. Get your questions ready and learn more about their roles, how they impact our community, and how their strong governmental relationships have an impact on our businesses!

Presented by:  
Garry Douglas, President/CEO, North Country Chamber of Commerce
Assemblyman Billy Jones, Assembly District 115

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Friday, June 27 8:30-9:30AM – Personal Branding and Your Leadership Style
Let’s have an open discussion of what makes you YOU and how you represent yourself and your brand. Gaelan will lead this lively topic by sharing his own experiences and encouraging each of you to share your story. This is a great session to wrap up what you have learned over the last 2 months.

Presented by: Gaelan Trombley, Associate Real Estate Broker, Kavanaugh Realty

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