Tucson City Manager Mike Hein and County Administrator Chuck Huckelberry address
the 2007 Spring Adult Leadership Class on "Government Day"
GTL has graduated over 600 Tucsonans
from classes in 1980 to present.
Each class is responsible for one
or more class projects. Past projects have included the creation of an alumni reunion,
presentations at quarterly alumni breakfasts, and the creation of regional government
community forums.
"The GTL approach involves working with people to stimulate original thought, create a willingness to listen to opposing views and ideas and affect "win-win" situations in order to solve community problems."
Miki Paul, Ph.D.
GTL Class of 2002
"Upon completion of the GTL Class, I feel I have a clearer understanding of the regional issues facing all of us and also where I might be able to have an influence on some positive solutions."
Chuck Sweet, Town Manager
Oro Valley
"I highly recommend GTL to all aspiring leaders. The people you meet in GTL, may be the very people who will help you accomplish your leadership goals."
Mark Harris, Pastor
Oro Valley
"As a newcomer to Tucson, the GTL program has given me a great foundation for understanding the issues affecting the city and I am eager to continue the networking process."
Deborah Knox, President/Owner
Life Transitions
"Greater Tucson Leadership was one of the best things I could have done to enhance my involvement in the community. It was a phenomenal experience."
Eileen Lewis, Principal/ Property Manager
PICOR Commercial Real Estate
"I found the program to be enormously educational. It took me many places I would not have gone on my own."
George Good, District Chief
Rural/Metro Corporation
"Going into the GTL Class of 2003, I knew there would be sacrifices both professional and personal I would have to make. However, what I did not know was the tremendous rewards I would receive as a result."
Bill Holmes
Pima County School Superintendent's Office
"Attending GTL classes helped me to be more aware about different issues. The classes also gave a future vision for myself and for others."
Lorena Stanford
Community Services, City of Tucson
"As a small business owner in Tucson, I found GTL provided valuable information on segments of the community that could help my business. The class day spent on 'Politics and Government' was particularly interesting!"
Lea Marquez-Peterson
President, American Retail Corporation