Leadership Greater Bridgeport Class 38 Application | 2026–2027

Leadership Greater Bridgeport is BRBC’s nine-month experiential leadership program designed to develop and elevate community leaders across the Greater Bridgeport region. Participants build meaningful regional connections, gain behind-the-scenes exposure to major community issues and institutions, and work with peers on a community impact project.


Class 38 will convene from October 2026 through June 2027, with an orientation in October and full-day monthly sessions held at locations throughout the region. We are seeking lifelong learners, community-minded professionals, business owners, nonprofit leaders, public sector professionals, and entrepreneurs who live and/or work in the Greater Bridgeport region and are ready to invest in their growth, their organizations, and their community.


Applicants should live and/or work in the Greater Bridgeport region and be able to commit to the full program schedule. Employer support is strongly encouraged for all applicants whose participation requires time away from work. 

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Section 1: Application Information
Please provide your current contact and employment information so we can communicate with you and confirm your eligibility for the program.

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2. Regional connection and professional background
Please share your connection to the Greater Bridgeport region and a brief overview of your professional background. This information helps the selection committee build a cohort with strong regional representation and a diversity of industries, experiences, and perspectives.

Bridgeport
Stratford
Trumbull
Fairfield
Monroe
Easton
Other

Corporate
Small Business
Nonprofit
Government
Education
Healthcare
Entrepreneurship
Other

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Section 3: Leadership and Community Involvement
Please tell us about your current leadership roles, volunteer service, and community involvement. This information helps the selection committee understand your level of engagement and the perspective you would bring to the Class 38 cohort.

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Section 4: Application Questions
Please answer the following questions thoughtfully and completely. Your responses will help the selection committee better understand your interest, goals, and fit for the program.

Explain what you hope to gain, and how you plan to utilize the Leadership Program Experience.

Either one that you demonstrated yourself or one that you observed in someone else.

Please consider your leadership experience and plans, as well as your professional and community goals

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Section 5: Community Project Interest
Leadership Greater Bridgeport includes a collaborative community impact component. This section helps us understand the issues and project work that most interest you.

Select all that apply.

Education
Youth
Workforce Development
Neighborhood Revitalization
Arts & Culture
Public Health
Environment
Small Business Support
Housing
Other

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Section 6: Employer Support
Because this program includes a significant time commitment, we ask applicants to confirm employer awareness and support when applicable.

Yes
No
Partially
Not Sure

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Section 7: Participation Commitment
Please review these expectations carefully. Selected participants are expected to fully engage in the program and prioritize attendance.

I understand that Leadership Greater Bridgeport is a selective cohort experience that requires active participation. If selected, I commit to making the program a priority, attending orientation and monthly sessions, engaging fully in class activities and site visits, and contributing to the community impact project. (Please sign full name)

I understand that regular attendance is expected and that excessive absences may affect my ability to complete the program successfully.


I agree to represent myself, my organization, and the cohort with professionalism, respect, and a collaborative spirit throughout the program.

Attendance policies and clear expectations are important in chamber leadership programs and should be stated plainly in the application, not introduced after acceptance.

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Section 9: Final Acknowledgment and Submission
Please review your application carefully before submitting.

I certify that the information provided in this application is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.

I understand that submission of this application does not guarantee acceptance into Leadership Greater Bridgeport Class 38.