Envision Greater Fond du Lac is currently enrolling participants in the third cohort of their Public Office Preparation 101 (POP101) program. The 2025 sessions will take place on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, and Wednesday, November 12, 2024. Both sessions are 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Registrants are required to attend both sessions.

POP101 engages community members in local nonpartisan political processes by providing essential information and skills needed for success in public office.

Participants will explore basic competencies, including how to navigate the paperwork process; fundraising and spending; campaigning; and building public persona.

POP101 features former state representatives and other experienced presenters on topics relevant to running for office in Fond du Lac County. Anyone interested in exploring their potential for service through civic service is encouraged to register for the program.

“Having business-friendly policy makers is a priority for us as a chamber of commerce and economic development organization,” Sadie Howell, President/CEO, Envision Greater Fond du Lac, said. “The Public Office Preparation program provides the tools necessary to help candidates take a step toward starting a campaign in Fond du Lac County, whether it’s for a city or town council position or school board.”

Participants in POP101 will learn about best practices in building a public persona; putting a campaign team together and developing a campaign platform; finding out more about the paperwork and process requirements of Fond du Lac County; developing campaign fundraising and spending strategies; gain perspective on what happens once being elected to public office; and more.

Registration is open for the 2025 program and can be found on the Envision Greater Fond du Lac website, under the events tab. Further information about Envision’s Advocacy Committee and How to Run for Local Office can also be found on the Envision Greater Fond du Lac website.