Elevate
This program is tailored for newly promoted executives and first-time senior leaders. The program focuses on acquiring executive skills, building confidence, learning how organizational functions fit together, and integrating equity and collaboration into an emerging executive identity. This program provides expert guidance, peer support, and skill development to help participants confidently navigate their new roles.
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Elevate Program Overview
- Eight-month cohort program
- Interactive Workshops
- Peer collaboration
- Develop deep connections with peers
- Expand strategic capacity
- Deepen community engagement
What Is It?
newly promoted executives and first-time senior leaders, the program focuses on acquiring executive skills, building confidence, learning how organizational functions fit together, and integrating equity and collaboration into an emerging executive identity.
Tell Me More
Combining interactive workshops, peer collaboration, and guidance from cross-sector experts, this nine-month program equips participants to refine their leadership approach, cultivate vibrant organizational cultures, and confidently manage higher-level responsibilities. Designed to expand strategic capacity, deepen community engagement, and amplify influence, this new program empowers leaders to thrive in their roles and drive meaningful impact within their organizations and beyond.
Who Is It For?
- Recently promoted executives or professionals stepping into senior leadership positions for the first time.
- Individuals seeking guidance on navigating new roles, managing higher-level responsibilities, and building strategic leadership capacity.
- Those who want to think like a senior leader and build an executive toolkit that will develop confidence navigating complexity and equity challenges
When Does It Take Place?
Tuesday, September 22
Tuesday, October 20
Wednesday, November 18 (joint session with CORE and Emerging Leaders)
Tuesday, December 15
Tuesday, January 19, 2027
Tuesday, February 16, 2027
Tuesday, March 16, 2027
Tuesday, April 20, 2027
Tuesday, May 18, 2027
Other Key Dates
Cohort Meet & Greet
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Homecoming
TBD Fall 2026
Graduation
Friday, May 28, 2027
What Is the Cost?
The cost for this nine-month cohort program is $4,000. Tuition assistance is available.
How Do I Apply or Learn More?
For more info, contact us at 301.881.3333 or sarah.burnett@leadermont.org
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CORE
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Alumni & Community
Stay connected, lead collectively, and shape the future of our region both as alumni and as a community through exclusive convenings, strategic forums like the Business Leaders Impact Council, and collaborative initiatives that turn leadership into lasting impact for Montgomery County and beyond.
Consulting
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BECOME AN ENGAGED ALUM
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CONTACT US
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Leadership Montgomery
6010 Executive Boulevard, Suite 200
Rockville, MD 20852
Phone | 301.881.3333