Participants in the CLS program hail from diverse backgrounds and possess a wide array of experiences, which they bring to the program and leverage to effect positive change within the Greater Williamsburg community. Their varied perspectives, acquired through unique life journeys and professional endeavors, enrich the program's collaborative efforts to address local challenges and enhance the quality of life for all residents in the area. They include:

• City and County Government

• Corporate Executives, Sales, Training and Staffing

• Education, Teaching and Administration

• Engineering and Land Surveying

• Government Consulting and Contract Management

• Healthcare Administration and Consulting

• Human Resources Management

• Information Technology Management

• Legal Professionals

• Media and Public Relations

• Medical and Dental Professionals

• Military Leadership and Command

• Oceanography and Marine Science

• Petrochemical and Pharmaceutical Industry

• Small Business Owner

•  U.S. Intelligence and Government Agencies