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INFORMATION SESSIONS
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In person – September 30, 5 – 7 pm at Stem + Vine, 326 N Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21201. Register HERE.
Online – October 21, 12 – 1 pm on Zoom. Register HERE.
WHO SHOULD APPLY?
We carefully select each Leadership Class to ensure a robust learning experience for all participants. Ideal candidates are:
- Senior executives across sectors with a track record of leading high-impact work in professional and community contexts
- Changemakers open to having their beliefs challenged—and even changed—as the result of tough conversations, provocative ideas, and stretch learning experiences
- Leaders new to the region AND lifelong Baltimoreans
In curating a class for dynamic learning, we look for a wide variety of diversity along many dimensions, including: race, gender, age, and industry. We consider each applicant’s background, civic and community experience, personal interests, and philosophies.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applications are due Monday, November 2 at 11:59pm ET.
We are fortunate to receive more applications than seats available every year. A committee of almost 40 Leadership Board Members and other alumni works with our staff to conduct applicant interviews, review essays, and ultimately construct a class cohort that optimizes the learning experience for every participant.
To be considered for admission into the program, applicants must complete all four of the following tasks.
- Complete the online application form (includes attaching a current photo and resume).
- Submit an Employer Sponsorship Form
- Participate in a 60-minute interview with members of the Selection Committee.
- Review the Full-Day Calendar and commitment to the required sessions and overall attendance policy (also displayed below)
Interviews are scheduled on a rolling basis. To secure your interview slot, complete your application early!
2027 PROGRAM TUITION
The class member cost is $12,600, which covers all program experiences, including experiential exercises, meals, snacks, overnight retreat accommodations, and ticketed cultural events.
TUITION ASSISTANCE
The Leadership is committed to ensuring that tuition cost does not serve as a barrier for selected participants. Tuition assistance is available to accepted applicants and sponsoring organizations for whom the burden of tuition would preclude participation. Candidates complete a tuition assistance request within the application form.
QUESTIONS?
We are eager to answer any and all of your questions. Please contact us at info@theleadership.org.
