Leadership Rankin

Leadership Rankin, facilitated by the Rankin County Chamber of Commerce, is a premier leadership development program that has been shaping community leaders since 1994. With more than 450 graduates, this program equips emerging and established leaders with the knowledge, connections, and skills needed to make a lasting impact across Rankin County.

Designed to educate participants about Rankin County’s industries, government, and community resources, Leadership Rankin provides hands-on experiences that strengthen leadership skills and foster collaboration across sectors. Participants gain a deeper understanding of key areas that influence local growth and quality of life, including:

State and Local Government
Education
Public Safety
Health and Human Needs
Manufacturing
Quality of Life

The program begins each year with an overnight retreat to kick off team building and personal development. Following the retreat, participants attend eight monthly sessions over a nine-month period, concluding with a graduation celebration.Throughout the program, participants are divided into small teams to complete community service projects that directly benefit Rankin County. These projects are presented to a panel of judges, and the winning team is recognized at graduation for their innovation and community impact.

Each year, applicants are selected to join this transformative experience and become part of a growing network of leaders dedicated to advancing Rankin County’s future. For more information about the Leadership Rankin Program, contact Mandi Arinder, President & CEO of the Rankin County Chamber of Commerce, at 601-825-2268.

We can’t wait to see what our 2025–2026 Leadership Rankin Class will accomplish!