Learning to Lead Academy Overview and Requirements:
We are pleased to invite individuals to apply for participation in the Learning To Lead class of 2027. This program is uniquely designed for individuals in mid and senior-level positions in nonprofit and government organizations. We will be selecting a diverse group of established and emerging community leaders for the twenty-fourth (24) class of Learning to Lead. This program delivers an incomparable experience of intellectual, personal, and professional discovery and growth. The focus will be on providing participants with the tools, insights, and learning environment necessary to maximize their potential as a leader within their organization.
Specifically, participants will learn to:
- Identify the various styles and traits of leaders, while assessing their own styles and traits.
- Share strategies that support participants to “stretch” beyond their current competencies and allow for integration of new skills, including Effective Communication Skills; Conflict Resolution; Decision making; Team Building; Presenting; and Positive Psychology at work.
- Explore the role of nonprofit leadership as it relates to the satisfaction of its stakeholders.
- Foster the development of a group learning process that enables each participant to find their own leadership voice, while establishing a network of colleagues and ongoing peer support to improve leadership skills.
Mid-to-senior level managers who are in leadership roles within their organizations. The purpose is to help leaders develop their abilities to get extraordinary things done. In order to attend, applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- At least one year of supervisory experience, and at least one direct report on the job.
- Ability to participate in the full program. The program is a 6-month curriculum, consisting of 6 full-day in person sessions. Attendance at orientation is MANDATORY and participants must attend a minimum of 5 sessions to graduate successfully.
- Reference letter from their Chief Executive Officer, or their designee.
The program is a 6-month curriculum, including an orientation and graduation ceremony. Orientation will be held on Friday, January 29, 2027. Please refer to the schedule of activities for specific dates. Program activities will include experiential and educational programs, inventories, questionnaires, surveys, learning activities, and reading assignments. Each participant will be required to participate fully by completing homework assignments and being open to real-time feedback.
To graduate from Learning to Lead, a participant is expected to attend all program activities. Program activities include Mandatory Orientation and five (5) additional full-day sessions from 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. including Graduation. Below is a planned schedule of sessions, though changes may occur along the way.
We will be accepting a maximum of 25 applicants for this class. When choosing an applicant, it is recommended that the organization consider the role of the individual within the organization and their potential for influence and growth, the commitment of time required for participation, and their ability to make changes within their program or the overall organization. Tuition for the 6-month series is $1,500, which covers the costs of orientation, the Learning to Lead manual, assessment tools, graduation and all course materials. Some sponsorship opportunities are available.
Please submit the application NO LATER than January 15, 2027.
Accepted applicants may not begin the program until tuition is paid in full.
All in person
- Friday, January 29, 2027 (MANDATORY ORIENTATION)
- Friday, February 26, 2027
- Friday, March 19, 2027
- Friday, April 23, 2027
- Friday, May 21, 2027
- Friday, June 25, 2027 (GRADUATION)
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