ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Applications are now open for the 2025 Cairns Chamber of Commerce Emerging Leaders Program, Far North Queensland’s premier leadership program for 40-year old’s and under.
The Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) is designed to develop globally relevant and locally connected leaders, in a manner that supports the future economic, social and environmental prosperity of Far North Queensland.
The program consists of six (6) industry immersion days which include site famils, keynote presentations, fireside chats and panel discussions aimed at building leadership skills, soft skills and industry knowledge.
A mentoring program runs simultaneously, with each delegate paired with a business or industry leader from the region for the duration of the Program.
There are four (4) key components and four (4) key outcomes of the Program:
- Leadership in Focus
- Skills in Focus
- Industry in Focus
- Mentoring in Focus
- Enhanced leadership skills
- Improved understanding of the industries that drive Cairns
- A consciousness to the bigger picture of our region’s future, including its strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats
- Expansion of professional networks and development of business and industry connections
KEY PROGRAM DATES
Eligibility: Aged 18 - 40 Years (Born in or between 2007 and 1985)
Program Cost: $1800 + GST
Applications Open: 9am Monday 13 January 2025
Applications Close: 5pm Friday 7 February 2025
Applicants Notified of Outcome: Monday 17 February 2025
Key Program Dates: All successful applicants will be required to participate in a Welcome Event (Thursday 6 March 2025 | 3 Hours), Six (6) Full Industry Immersion Days and a Graduation Event (Friday 5 December 2025 | 3 Hours)
HOW TO APPLY
In 2025, 16 high potential delegates will be accepted into the Emerging Leaders Program. To be considered for the 2025 intake, you will be required to provide the following information via email to Alannah Giuffrida at by 5pm Friday 7 February 2025.
STEP 1: Cover letter outlining your response to the following criteria:
- Why do you want to participate in the Emerging Leaders Program and how do you believe it will support you in achieving your career goals?
- How do you provide leadership within your local community and how do you believe the Emerging Leaders Program will help you grow as a leader in our region?
- The Emerging Leaders Program encompasses a welcome event, six (6) mandatory industry immersion days and a graduation event. If your application is successful, are you committed to attending the following six (6) full days? They will be held on:
*Thursday 27 March 2025
*Thursday 15 May 2025
*Thursday 19 June 2025
*Thursday 7 August 2025
*Thursday 4 September 2025
*Thursday 6 November 2025
STEP 2: Letter of support from your employer, including written acknowledgement that you will be available to attend all six (6) industry immersion days. If you are a business owner, please provide a professional letter of recommendation.
STEP 3: A copy of your resume.
To download this information pack in PDF format CLICK HERE
