County Board Administrator Completes Leadership Academy

Effingham County Board Administrator, Angela Thompson, was honored with a graduation ceremony at the Lincoln Museum in Springfield for her attendance and successful completion of the 2024 Leadership Academy sponsored by UCCI.

The Leadership Academy, developed by the University of Illinois Extension, provides training on important leadership issues for elected and appointed county officials. Some topics presented for discussion were managing change, data driven decision making, parliamentary procedure, leadership styles assessment, managing economic development, crisis communication, and more. The Leadership Academy is specifically designed for county officials looking to expand their leadership skills through exploration of innovative ideas and developing practical responses to current issues, challenges, and opportunities. Incorporation of instructional sessions assists in the learning, sharing, and application of techniques learned supporting retention and practical application in the students’ everyday lives.

“I am honored to have been selected to attend a program which I feel to be a great asset to my professional skills and goals as I work alongside my colleagues for the best interest of the residents of Effingham County,” says Angela Thompson.

Effingham County Board Chairman, Joshua Douthit, stated, “The Leadership Academy is one way to assist Effingham County elected officials and department managers in expanding their knowledge while furthering professional development as leaders. The Effingham County Board takes an active role in promoting leadership opportunities for our employees with a goal in setting a standard of excellence in services we provide. Angie is our board administrator and the backbone of the Effingham County Board. Angie brings a vast amount of knowledge and ability to our office and this program will further her leadership skills and abilities. I want to thank Angie for her dedication to Effingham County congratulate her on a successful completion of this course.”