President's Message

The dust has finally settled from LEAD San Diego’s relocation to City Heights Center. We are now in the heart of the City Heights community. From our windows, we have an inspirational view of the San Diego region - from the hills of La Jolla to the Otay Mountains. We look out over the ship yards in National City to the peaks of downtown’s skyscrapers, past the harbor, to the Coronado Islands and the vast Pacific Ocean.

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Chairman's Message

I am proud to have assumed the role of Board Chair of LEAD San Diego in July. It is an honor to being serving in this capacity and to have the opportunity to learn from and work to emulate the outstanding leadership models exemplified by my predecessors. I welcome the opportunity to work with our wonderful staff team and those of you who are actively engaged in LEAD through committee work, participation in public and member-only programming, supporting the core curriculum, and in other important ways.

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The San Diego Visionary Awards

The nominations are in - what an amazing list of community leaders! Please mark your calendar for LEAD San Diego’s annual event, The 2006 Visionary Awards. This event will take place on Tuesday, June 6, 2006 at the San Diego Marriott and Marina. Watch for the announcement on this year's winners soon!

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David Brancaccio Speaks To Leadership and Civic Trust

David Brancaccio, host of the PBS television series Now, was the featured speaker for the September 21st LEADerTrends public event on the topic of “Leadership and Civic Trust.” Approximately 150 people enjoyed a fascinating luncheon program in the beautiful surroundings of the Salk Institute.

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Behind the Headlines: Recent Events

Graduate members recently enjoyed two informative and interesting Behind the Headlines events. These member-exclusive programs are designed to take the growing LEAD base behind the scenes, where members can participate in substantive discussions and get involved in real issues affecting our region

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Welcome to the LEAD class 2006

A new class was accepted over the summer and 57 eager students began their Core Curriculum program in September. They are engaging in a series of nine monthly seminars, and are immersing themselves in the community by working on one of six Leadership Action Teams designed to benefit some of the San Diego region’s traditionally disadvantaged neighborhoods and the not-for-profit organizations that serve them.

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The 2006 Leadership Action Teams

As part of the 2006 core curriculum, the members of the LEAD class are partnering with community-based organizations in San Diego County to implement key service and leaning projects. This initiative which spans the County, asks LEAD participants to select a Leadership Action Team that works shoulder to shoulder with other community leaders to implement a project that will leave a lasting impact on the organization or the community they are working in.

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Graduate Council Seeks New Members

LEAD’s Graduate Council Committee is looking for new members. The council is chaired by Larry Fitch (01f), President & CEO of The San Diego Workforce Partnership. Prior to taking over the Graduate Council, Fitch chaired LEAD’s Curriculum Committee for two years.

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Reunions, Reunions, Reunions!

Five LEAD Classes held reunions this year to catch up with one another and share their experiences, accomplishments as well as their challenges. Each class enjoyed cocktails, appetizers, and mingling with fellow classmates as well as members of LEAD’s Board and Graduate Council. The classes parted ways with promises to stay in touch and with commitments to get together more often.

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Thank You!

We thank you for your ongoing support and commitment to LEAD. You help us make a difference in moving our community toward a prosperous future. Special Acknowledgements go to…

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