Governor's Minority Management Trainee Program

The Governor’s Minority Management Trainee Program was created by Executive Orders in August 1995. It was the first such program of its kind in the nation. This recruitment and professional development tool was established to increase the representation of minority managers within state government. This program offers an experience that enables participants to cultivate the skills needed to serve Kentucky’s citizens in an effective and responsive manner. Participants receive in-depth, practical training through classroom instruction, on-the-job experience and special projects.

Program Objectives:

• To be a state and nationally recognized program of choice that provides opportunity for minority employees to gain skills and knowledge to succeed in management positions.
• To provide an opportunity for individual growth, development, and leadership in minority employees to enhance the overall work experience.
• To provide mentoring relationships and networking opportunities with participants and minorities currently in management positions.

Colene Elridge
Office of Diversity & Equality
Personnel Cabinet
501 High Street, 1st Floor
Frankfort, KY 40601
(502) 564-8000
(502) 564-0182 - Fax
ColeneH.Elridge@ky.gov