CLASS provides an opportunity for business leaders (both for-profit and non-profit), managers and social entrepreneurs to learn practical methods of turning good ideas and intentions into deliverable solutions that support both corporate values and the greater good. CLASS is timely and relevant to business leaders and managers as they assume roles as bridge-builders in the search for solutions to global economic, social and environmental challenges, and gain a deeper understanding of how best business practices impact future generations.

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Reasons to Attend the Summit

• Challenge yourself to shape the future of your company, your community, the region, and the world
• Network with other business leaders, foundations, government, and worldwide social entrpeneurs, while building new alliances
• Share and gain tools for strategic planning in the global future
• Meet an extraordinary group of diverse people shaping the future
• Be an inspired and proactive leader
• Gain a fresh perspective on opportunities that lie ahead
• Attend presentations by social and economic innovators
• Gain pratical guidance on cultural awareness to build successful relationships in today's global economy

"Leadership development is one of the Chamber's three priorities and is central to the other two as it fulfills its purpose to grow business and build community in its five-county region. The summit is part of the Chamber's commitment to nurture and be a collaborative partner in life-long learning for leaders and entrepreneurs. On behalf of its more than 2700 business members, the Chamber is pleased to be a partner for this important event." – Doug Luciani, President & CEO, Traverse City Area Chamber of Commerce