Leadership Sandy Springs

Programs: At leadership sandy springs, we develop leaders who will shape a vibrant sandy springs and central perimeter area. We are passionate about our city and surrounding region. We seek innovative individuals who will emerge as community leaders, become more valuable employees and develop champions for our business and residential communities. During our nine-month program, we educate hard-working members to hone their leadership skills and contribute their talents to our diverse commumity. Throughout our 30 years of leadership training we have educated leaders and shared expertise on important issues, provided impactful alumni programs and introduced thought leaders and game changers who influence our city and state. Working with businesses, civic and government organizations, we connect individuals who will drive change and build community. We bring people together to enhance civic engagement skills, inspire community through events and provide a springboard to further community involvement.

youth leadership sandy springs (ylss) was launched by leadership sandy springs (lss) in 2011. The 2010 lls class believed a program on community leadership is an important step in building the next generation. Ylss is based on leadership sandy springs' successful 30-year-old program developing community leaders. The program begins with an evening induction and saturday half-day retreat in august. Then the class explores sandy springs through six interactive programs in september, october, november, february, march and april. Students get the opportunity to: 1) meet at city hall to get a close-up look at city government;2) step into the courtroom as attorneys, witnesses or jurors for a mock trial; 3) envision a new city center for sandy springs working with city planners, architects and major developers; 4) investigate environmental issues along the chattachoochee river; 5) get a behind the scenes tour of the jail and police department; and 6) engage in a group service project.

movies by moonlight - leadership sandy springs connects our diverse community by providing three free,family-friendly movies, along with children's activities, food and concessions. Originating as a class project in 2004, movies by moonlight now attracts approximately 2,000 people per movie night. The events combine the nostalgia of outdoor movies and a carnival atmosphere in the kids zone. These festive evenings have become recognized as major events for residents, businesses and civic organizations in sandy springs and the surrounding areas.