Kelli Fickle. Photo provided.
The Clermont Chamber of Commerce’s LEAD Clermont Community Leadership Program has a new Leadership Director.
The Clermont Chamber of Commerce Foundation announced the appointment of Kelli Fickle as the new Leadership Program Director of the LEAD Clermont Community Leadership Program, effective June 3.
Kelli succeeds Bob Pautke, who has served as Executive Director since 2012.
LEAD Clermont CLP, now in its 37th year, is a 10-month training program for people who want to make a positive impact on Clermont County. Participants learn leadership and team-building skills, connect with “influential” community members, and build relationships, according to a description from the Chamber.
Fickle comes to her new role as the Associate to the Dean at the University of Cincinnati Clermont College; she has more than 21 years of experience in higher education administration.
Fickle is a graduate of the LEAD Clermont Class of 2022 and is actively involved in the program’s alumni network.
Joy Lytle, President/CEO of the Clermont Chamber of Commerce said, “We are thrilled to welcome Kelli Fickle as our new Leadership Director. With her passion for developing leaders and her innovative vision, we are confident that LEAD Clermont will continue to inspire and empower both current and future leaders to drive positive change in our community. Kelli’s dynamic approach and unwavering commitment to excellence will undoubtedly elevate the program.”
For information on LEAD Clermont or to apply for the next cohort, visit clermontchamber.com/lead-clermont.