In May, the Dripping Springs Chamber of Commerce proudly celebrated the graduation of 22 local professionals from the eighth cohort of the Leadership Dripping Springs program. Aptly dubbed “The Ocho,” this dynamic group of leaders completed a rigorous nine-month journey focused on community engagement, professional development and cross-sector collaboration.
Launched by the chamber in 2016, Leadership Dripping Springs is designed to foster a deeper understanding of the Dripping Springs area and to cultivate emerging leaders across a wide range of industries. Participants engage in monthly full-day sessions exploring critical sectors such as education, non-profit services, government, economic development, health, public safety and tourism.
This year’s class gained behind-the-scenes insights into local institutions. Through site visits, panel discussions and immersive experiences, The Ocho built lasting connections while tackling leadership challenges and exploring solutions to real-world community issues.
