Wachtmann seeks GOP women leaders

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COLUMBUS — State Representative Lynn Wachtmann (R-Napoleon) has announced that this September, the JoAnn Davidson Leadership Institute will begin its second decade of developing new Republican women leaders for Ohio.

To date, nearly 200 women have completed the program to acquire additional skills as mayors, judges and magistrates, campaign managers, county commissioners, and key members from state and local Republican Party organizations. The institute also strives to promote confidence and leadership in non-political community involvement.

“I would encourage ambitious women interested in developing their leadership skills to take advantage of the training and experiences this program offers,” said Wachtmann. “This is an outstanding opportunity for women to learn more about community and government processes as well as the impact they can have by becoming more involved. Women who complete the program will discover all they have to offer in the way of improving and leading our communities and government.”

The program runs from September through May, requiring attendance at a one-day session each month usually held in or around Columbus. In May, participants will take a three-day trip to Washington, D.C. for curriculum in campaign management, ethics, fundraising, government and party structure, economic development, public speakers, and laws and rules of campaigns and elections.

Republican women who are looking to further their careers in politics or gain leadership skills are encouraged to submit an application, which can be obtained online at www.jadleadershipinstitute.com. Applications are due by June 30.