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About The programme

What is the Leadership Cayman programme?

The Leadership Cayman programme is a six-month intensive course, introduced by the Cayman Islands Chamber of Commerce, that enables class members to develop new skills and learn an abundance of vital information about the Cayman Islands’ community and business sector. The class attend bi-weekly seminars on a range of different topics, learning from expert and local leaders who facilitate each session. The class also meet with government officials and keynote speakers, and the programme is the only one of its kind in the Cayman Islands.


When did the programme start?

The programme was first launched in 2009 by the Cayman Islands Chamber of Commerce and, since its inception, hundreds of individuals have developed their skills and grown into influential and knowledgeable leaders.

 

Why should you apply?

The programme provides class members with exclusive opportunities and experiences not found elsewhere in the Cayman Islands. Not only do class members develop new skills and become stronger leaders, they also forge new friendships and relationships that will last a lifetime.
Leadership Cayman is an essential in becoming the leader you aspire to be, and we want to help you become the leaders of the future.

Want to learn more about the 2021 Programme? What our virtual information session below.

Information Session (Virtual)

You can also access the information that will shared at these sessions here.

 

Tuition

Member: CI$2,600

Non-Member: CI$2,850

 

What is the Planning Committee?

The Planning Committee is comprised of past members of the programme who work together to mentor the incoming Leadership Cayman class and provide them with positive, memorable experiences throughout the year. They also assist in coordinating and facilitating the programme, and they play an important role in interviewing prospective members and determining which individuals will make up the incoming class.

Testimonials

Emma-Jane Fisher, Class of 2021
“An amazing experience overall, that opened my eyes to the inner workings of the Islands. After living in Cayman for 10+ years, you feel that you know everything, until you attend the seminars and learn from the panelists and your peers of the issues that we face across the many different sectors that make up the Cayman Islands. The opportunity to meet other like-minded individuals is exceptional.”
Emma-Jane Fisher, Class of 2021
Melissa Whorms, Class of 2021
“The experience has been very rewarding as each seminar provided me with insight into the different business sectors that I was unaware of. The programme also provided the opportunity to network with others in different sectors that I would not have the ability to outside of this programme.”
Melissa Whorms, Class of 2021
Siddhant JainJaiswal, Class of 2020
“LC provided me with a platform to not only contribute to, but also learn from people having diverse background , cultures and moral values. “
Siddhant JainJaiswal, Class of 2020
Kimberly McLean, Class of 2020
"My experience in Leadership Cayman was definitely amazing and worthwhile. It was one of the best leadership programs that I have participated in. It didn’t only teach leadership but taught camaraderie and a host of other things. Our class was and is phenomenal and showed great resilience, strength, and leadership through such an abnormal year."
Kimberly McLean, Class of 2020
Keith Jernigan, Class of 2017
“Leadership Cayman has been an incredibly rewarding experience, giving me the opportunity to learn more about the inner workings of Cayman. I graduate the programme significantly more informed, but, more importantly, I am motivated to roll my sleeves up and find ways to continue to help the Islands grow.
Keith Jernigan, Class of 2017
Kara Coe, Class of 2017
“It was great! Would do it all over again! Awesome programme, and I would recommend it to anyone!
Kara Coe, Class of 2017