The Emerging Leaders of North Texas may receive more applicants than can be accommodated. To assist the Selection Committee in giving all applicants full consideration, complete this application as accurately and as completely as possible.

The Selection Committee is looking for applicants who:

  • Professionals in any industry who reside in the North Texas region.

  • In public, private, or non-profit sectors

  • Ages 25-40

  • Professionals interested in professional development, NTX regional topics, and building their networks while contributing to the community.

Key Objectives of the program:

  • Learn about the region’s exponential growth, challenges, and opportunities (regionalism, workforce, education, community health, etc.)

  • Gain insights about how to invest in yourself, manage relationships, accelerate your career, and contribute to the community.

  • Interact with regional executives and elected officials on the issues facing North Texans and how to engage effectively to create a vibrant community.

  • Participate in the Mentorship Program

Participation in the Emerging Leaders program requires a monthly time commitment. We allow for up to 7 hours of excused absences; however, we highly encourage all applicants to review the dates to ensure they can attend the majority of the program days.

Where will the program meet?

All sessions will be hosted in select locations across the North Texas region.

Program Cost

The five-month program costs $2,250* for young professionals working in corporate and $2,050* for those working in the non-profit or public sector. This fee is nonrefundable. The fee covers speaker fees, some transportation, program materials, meals, etc.

 *Tuition includes your lifetime alumni dues.

Program Schedule

The program is five months long, consisting of a 7-hour session held once a month. The program kicks off on August 21, 2026, with a retreat and concludes on December 4, 2026, with a graduation ceremony.

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Applications close on Monday, May 18, 2026

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If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Caitlyn Sartin. Thank you for your interest in Leadership North Texas!