Leadership Ulster (Formerly Ulster Leadership Development Institute)

Leadership development is a hallmark of the Ulster Chamber Foundation. Its signature program, Leadership Ulster (formerly the Ulster Leadership Development Institute), has served the community since 1993, providing training and mentoring and interactive sessions with local business, government, and organizational leaders. Program participants are interested in refining or developing their own leadership skills, and many have been identified as emerging leaders within their organizations. James Dyer, Jr. ’25 said of his experience, “To be honest, I was skeptical at the beginning but really found some good messages and techniques I use now on a daily basis.”

Leadership Ulster is an intensive, regionally oriented, community leadership development program designed to give potential and emerging leaders the skills, knowledge, and ongoing support they need to succeed. This nine-month program challenges individuals from diverse backgrounds to be influential in our region’s future. Participants sharpen their leadership, entrepreneurial, and team-building skills, as well as heighten their knowledge of the region’s business, community, and government sectors.

Since 1993, 508 individuals have graduated from the program. Many Leadership Ulster alumni lead teams in their businesses, government positions, non-profit organizations, and community associations. For more information about the program, or an application for the next cohort, please contact Executive Director, Jess Davis, (845) 338-5100, or visit the links below to download the Leadership Ulster or scholarship application.