The BRI community is a unique development opportunity for executive-level community service leaders. The pinnacle event o
f BRI every year is an annual conference where we learn, lead, and renew together in a beautiful, rustic environment. You will develop life-long friendships with other leaders, and become part of a robust network of professionals who dedicate their careers to helping others. Networking with peer leaders happens everywhere at BRI.
Thought-provoking professional development sessions happen each morning. We explore the shared community challenges as we learn from world-class speakers and each other. The afternoons and evenings offer a variety of optional rejuvenation activities. Affectionately called “Ridgers,” members may renew and recharge themselves through fellowship and fun activities in a secluded environment that fosters reflection, growth, and relaxation.
Families are also welcome. In fact, children aged 4 to 17 have the opportunity to participate in the BRI Youth Leadership Academy (YLA). YLA is an incredible chance for children to learn, grow and make friends of their own while the BRI member participates in the general professional development sessions. Former YLA campers host YLA with oversight provided by the BRI Board of Directors. Many children attend each summer with their parents or grandparent and look forward to it all year. This chance to blend work life with family is yet another unique and inspiring part of the BRI experience.
We strongly believe you will find BRI to be one of your career’s most enriching and inspiring development experiences.
Blue Ridge Institute for Community Service Executives
Allison Gant / info@blueridgeleaders.org