What We're Looking for

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·  Interest in running for elected public office

·  Reputation is one that is known for being “business-friendly”

·  Passion for small business and entrepreneurship

·  An ability to  build and bridge relationships with business leaders

·  An ability to create, understand and/or evaluate ideas to strengthen local economy

·  Economic development experience [preferred]

·  Private sector experience [preferred]

Applications for Rise and Run are now open and will be accepted from January 22 - May 1, 2021. After a thorough review of your application, you may be invited to meet with our team of key members from our committee to get to know you better. For Rise & Run's first year (2021), all applicants will be accepted. The program begins mid-June 2021.

**Apply by April 1, 2021 for $250 off of the program fee**

Please click HERE for a link to the application.