ACADEMY CALENDAR
The Academy curriculum is uniquely designed to incorporate professional resources; strategies for success grounded in customized Efficacy for Black professionals modules; and strengths-based leadership principles. The curriculum focuses on how leaders can lead authentically, have transparent conversations, navigate successfully, and advance in executive, C-suite, board and community leadership roles.
Due to the thoughtful investment and comprehensive content shared within the program, in-person session and program event attendance is mandatory for participating fellows. Program candidates should review the calendar below to confirm availability prior to submitting an application. Candidates who cannot attend the dates may apply for the following year.
Class of 2026 Application Timeline
Information Session: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 - 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm via Zoom
Application Available: Friday, May 23, 2025 via LinkedIn
Information Session: Wednesday, June 11, 2025 - 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Application Deadline: Monday, June 23, 2025
Program Calendar
Opening Retreat Day 1: Friday, September 5, 2025 - 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Opening Retreat Day 2: Saturday, September 6, 2025 - 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Opening Reception: Thursday, September 11, 2025 - 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm
PL Session: Friday, October 17, 2025 - 9:00 am to 4:30 pm
POC Session: Friday, November 14, 2025 - 9:00 am to 4:30 pm
POC Session: Friday, December 19, 2025 - 9:00 am to 4:30 pm
POC Session: Friday, January 9, 2026 - 9:00 am to 4:30 pm
POC Session: Friday, February 13, 2026 - 9:00 am to 4:30 pm
Leadership Reception: Tuesday, February 26, 2026 - 5:30 pm
Board Engagement Session: Thursday, April 9, 2026 - 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Presentations: Final Session Day 1: Friday, April 17, 2026 - 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Presentations: Final Session Day 2: Saturday, April 18, 2026 - 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Graduation: Thursday, May 7, 2026 - 5:00 pm