The Chamber Leadership Institute is designed to strengthen the future of our business community by investing in the leaders who drive it forward. This new initiative provides high-quality leadership development opportunities for professionals who are ready to grow, connect, and lead with greater impact.
Leadership Fellows Program (Inaugural Cohort)
The Leadership Fellows Program is the Chamber’s premier advanced leadership experience, created for professionals seeking to sharpen their leadership skills, expand their influence, and grow personally and professionally.
This 8-month program includes a small cohort of 15 participants and is built around the nationally recognized BetterCulture curriculum, delivered through high-level instruction and real-world application. Sessions are facilitated by a PhD-level professional, offering an engaging and impactful experience for each Fellow.
Program Details
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Length: 8 months
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Schedule: 2 hours per month, 2:00PM - 4:00 PM (First Thursday of the Month - Beginning in April)
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Thursday, April 2, 2026
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Thursday, May 7, 2026
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Thursday, June 4, 2026
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Thursday, July 2, 2026
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Thursday, August 6, 2026
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Thursday, September 3, 2026
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Thursday, October 1, 2026
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Thursday, November 5, 2026
- 🎉🎓Graduation Ceremony - December 1st at the NTBC Annual Meeting
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Format: In-person sessions
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Cohort Size: 15 participants
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Curriculum: BetterCulture
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Facilitator: PhD-level professional facilitator
Tuition
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Chamber Members: $1,000
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Non-Members: $1,350
Interested in Joining the Cohort?
Important Dates:
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Applications Due: Friday, March 6, 2026 (EOD)
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Cohort Notification: Monday, March 16, 2026
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Public Cohort Announcement: Monday, March 23, 2026
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Program Begins: Monday, April 2, 2026
Spots are intentionally limited to preserve depth of conversation and quality of experience.
If you are ready to grow your leadership capacity, strengthen your influence, and engage at a higher level within the business community, we invite you to apply.