FAQ'S

Q: How do I become a member of a LSS class?

A: Nominations are sent to the Executive Director or a member of the Board of Trustees. Community organizations, businesses, and alumni are encouraged to nominate qualified candidates. Contact the Executive Director at director@leadershipsandysprings.org for application information. An alumni representative will contact you.

Q. What is the time commitment of a class member?

A. Leadership Sandy Springs invests its resources and time in each member of a class and in our alumni. Therefore, LSS requires a commitment of time from each member. The program runs for approximately 10 months. Class members participate in a two-day opening retreat in the early fall, a full-day program day each month, plus evening sessions once a month or every other month, class projects and a one-day closing retreat. The schedule is provided before the program begins so class members may plan accordingly.

Q. Is there an attendance policy for class members?

A. Yes, all class members are asked to sign an attendance contract. Participants are asked to attend all planned events and are given important dates at the time they are accepted. We realize emergencies arise and have outlined attendance standards in the contract.

Q. What is the cost to participate as a class member and is their financial aid available?

A. Contact the Executive Director for more information at director@leadershipssandysprings.org. Businesses and non-profit organizations often sponsor their individual representatives. However, limited partial scholarships are available.

Q. What are the benefits of participating in a class?

A. LSS provides a unique leadership opportunity for employees, volunteers, and those interested in the community. Programs are interactive, educational and allow participants to experience working with diverse groups. Businesses, faith-based groups, non-profits, and government entities create goodwill and opportunities for networking and information sharing.

Q: We are a new business to Sandy Springs; how can LSS help us get known in the community?

A: We encourage you to consider participating in the LSS Class program. You will develop relationships with other businesses, plus others who have connections with every facet of Sandy Springs. We also offer new businesses the opportunity to because a Sponsor, with in-kind or financial contributions. This will bring recognition on our web site, in our directory and newsletters as well as the opportunity let our Class members and alumni know about your business and what it has to offer them.

Q: How can I connect with LSS Alumni?

A: If you are a graduate of a Leadership Sandy Springs Class and a member of the LSS Alumni Association you can obtain contact information on-line through the Alumni portion of this web-site. If you are not an LSS Alumni or not a member of the LSS Alumni Association, please contact us at director@leadershipsandysprings.org.

Q: Our organization would like to participate as a partner or potential site in Volunteer for a Better Sandy Springs Day – What do we do?

A: Groups of volunteers are welcome. Please email information to us so we can make special arrangements for your group. If you are a non-profit and want LSS to consider your location as a possible service site, please contact the organizers at the following email address. Contact vbss@leadershipsandysprings.org.