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Leadership Watertown
Leadership Watertown is more than a program—it’s a movement to empower individuals to become community leaders. We’re committed to developing informed, dynamic leaders who are passionate about enhancing the Watertown area. If you’re interested in joining our next class or have any questions, please contact us.
Leadership Watertown Committee Members
- Julia Chidley – Bender, Larson, Chidley, Koppes & Associates SC Attorneys At Law
- Stephanie Curtis, Chairperson – Watertown Family Center
- Karen Gibbs – Church Health Services
- Stacey Johnson – Ixonia Bank
- Ben Olsen – Watertown Police Department
- Kim Schooley – Watertown Area YMCA
- Casey Schuett – Heritage Homes
- Sue Trepte – House of Peace
Class Project 2023-2024
First row: Judy Kluetzman – The Marquardt, Tiffany Nehls – Rock River Chimney & Fireplace, Chelsey Bauer – Madison College, Anna Jensen – TDS Telecom
Second row: Robin Kangas – Unity Project of Watertown, Julie Janowak – First Weber Lake Country, Sarah Spring-Oudenhoven – Watertown Unified School District, Sharon Kurkiewicz- Watertown Area YMCA, Toniette Flint – Thrivent Rock River Financial, Deb Sybell – Thrive Economic Development
Third row: Jason Bull – Watertown Unified School District, Deb Portman – Greater Watertown Community Health Foundation, Marci Lilly – The Marquardt, Linden Peacy – Watertown Family Connections, Megan Dunneisen – City of Watertown
Two Projects in 2024:
Kayak Rentals and Octagon House Beautification
As part of our 2024 Class Project, Leadership Watertown is working towards two projects this year. We have established a partnership with Surf Shack Rentals LLC to establish a Kayak Rental at Riverside Park. We are also working with the Historical Society on a beautification project at the Octagon House.
We are asking for donations to fund these projects, totaling $13,500. Checks can be made payable to the Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce with a memo of the 2024 Leadership Project. Donations can be dropped off at the Chamber office or mailed to 519 E Main Street, Watertown WI 53094.
Sponsorship Opportunities for 2024:
Platinum ($3,000+):
- Large company logo on a plaque
- Social media mention and tag
- Invitation to join us at the ribbon-cutting ceremony
- Recognition at our ribbon-cutting ceremony
Gold ($1,000+):
- Small company logo on a plaque
- Social media recognition
- Invitation to join us at the ribbon-cutting ceremony
Bronze ($500+):
- Name on a plaque
- Social media mention
- Invitation to join us at the ribbon-cutting ceremony
Additional and In-Kind Donations: Receive social media mention and ribbon cutting ceremony invitation.
From the Class of 2023:
Pedal Us Forward Bike Rental Coming to Watertown
As part of our 2023 Class Project, Leadership Watertown partnered with Surf Shack Rentals LLC. Together, we’re launching a bike rental locker station at the Interurban Trail on Clark Street to promote healthy living and sustainable transportation in our community.
Our ambition is to house four adult bikes and two children’s bikes, complete with helmets, in three state-of-the-art bike locker units. But to turn this vision into reality, we need your support! We’re seeking donations to cover the costs, which include $7,500 for the lockers, $4,200 for bikes and helmets, and $2,800 for essential hardware, signage, and a concrete pad. Additionally, we aim to raise an extra $2,000 to provide bike rental vouchers for low-income households, redeemable at the Friends of the Watertown Public Library.
