In this episode of Discover Ocala, host Valerie Dailey welcomes Tamara Fleischhaker, Interim CEO and Chief eXperience Officer of the Ocala Metro Chamber & Economic Partnership (CEP), for an inside look at the Leadership Ocala Metro (LOM) program.
Now in its 39th class, this nine-month immersive experience is designed for imminent leader– those already on a leadership trajectory– who are ready to deepen their understanding of the Ocala Metro area while sharpening their personal and professional skills.
Participants take part in monthly sessions from September to May, including leadership simulations like Simulated Society (SimSoc), ropes courses, visits to local organizations and businesses, and discussions on key community issues. The goal? To cultivate a network of leaders who don’t just graduate, but reinvest in the community and help drive future growth in Marion County.
The CEP also extends its leadership ecosystem through:
• Leadership Ocala Metro Youth
• Young Professionals Ocala (YPO)
• Leadership Alumni Network
As Tamara shares in the episode: “You don’t graduate from leadership—you graduate into it.”
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👉 Ocala Leadership Metro: ocalacep.com/programs/leadership-opportunities
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