The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce and the Community Alliance of Saint Joseph are teaming up to host a free workshop for candidates considering running for elected leadership positions.

According to a news release, the four-week Public Service Candidate Leadership Academy will begin in November. The chamber said the workshop is provided every four years at no charge to share information and expertise from throughout the community on topics that help candidates with the campaign process.

Sessions will be held:

6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 1
St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce, 3003 Frederick Ave.
Session 1 topics: Expectations of Elected Officials, Leadership Skills, Collaboration

6 to 8:30 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 8
St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce, 3003 Frederick Ave.
Session 2 topics: Working with the Media, Election Process and Filing Requirements

6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 14
Missouri Western State University, Spratt 201, 4525 Downs Drive
Session 3 topics: Issue Update from Community Leaderst

6 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 16
Candidates for School District — School District Board Room, 925 Felix St./Candidates for Mayor and City Council — Remington Nature Center, 1502 McArthur Drive
Session 4 topics: Introductions to City or School District Operations

Public Service Candidate Leadership Academy 2017

RSVP or questions can be made by calling (816) 364-4109 or e-mail [email protected].  The chamber said advanced reservations are suggested to accommodate participants and provide appropriate materials.