Extensive Academy Education and Training Program
San Joaquin Political Academy
2020 Spring Class
Has Been Postponed
Further Details To Follow
Our Mission
The San Joaquin Political Academy is to assist in the development of visionary political leaders who recognize that a healthy business climate is necessary for a strong economy, and a strong economy is necessary for a vibrant community. The Academy will provide education and training to civic, professional and business leaders and others with outstanding leadership potential so that they may enter public service with the appropriate skills and vision to address creatively the problems of the region.
Extensive Academy Education and Training Program
The Academy teaches candidates how to listen to constituents with a clear understanding of how to seek endorsements, support, and reserve the right to make independent decisions.
Successful graduates will feel secure knowing they have the knowledge and vision to put their services forward as an elected public official who is capable of offering creative solutions to the problems of the region.
Academy Class Topics Include:
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Ethical Leadership Traits
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Regional Problems and Solutions
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Critical Thinking and Listening Skills
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Image Consultation
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The Electoral Process
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Issues Impacting Business
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Media Relations
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Fundraising Strategies
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Developing an Effective Campaign
SAN JOAQUIN POLITICAL ACADEMY
Board of Directors
Executive Committee:
RICK BRADEN
CHAIR
GORDON WEBSTER
VICE-CHAIR, TREASURER
Board Members:
RUTH EVANS
MEMBER
JOAN CONWAY
MEMBER
JOSEPH HEBERT
MEMBER
VONG MOUANOUTOUA
MEMBER
AL SMITH
MEMBER
DANIEL BABSHOFF
MEMBER
TERRA BRUSSEAU
MEMBER
WILLIAM ROBINSON
MEMBER
KRISTINA GARABEDIAN
MEMBER
Board Member Emeritus:
STAN OKEN
EMERITUS
Staff:
DAMARA WAKE
ADMIN ASSISTANT
CONTACT
SAN JOAQUIN POLITICAL ACADEMY
OUR ADDRESS
San Joaquin Political Academy
2331 Fresno Street
Fresno, CA 93721
Email: info@sjpoliticalacademy.com
Tel: 559.313.3304
For any general inquiries, please fill in the following contact form:
