Elevate
Step boldly into senior leadership with Elevate, a comprehensive cohort program specifically designed for recently promoted executives and first-time senior leaders. This program provides expert guidance, peer support, and skill development, helping 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?
Step boldly into senior leadership with Elevate—a cohort program tailored for recently promoted executives and first-time senior leaders.
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.
- Leaders who want to accelerate community engagement and network-building in their new capacity.
- Recently promoted executives or professionals stepping into senior leadership positions for the first time.
When Does It Take Place?
- Tuesday, September 16
- Tuesday, October 21
- Wednesday, November 19 (joint session with CORE and Emerging Leaders)
- Tuesday, December 16
- Tuesday, January 20, 2026
- Tuesday, February 17, 2026
- Tuesday, March 17, 2026
- Tuesday, April 21 , 2026
- Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Other Key Dates
Joint Session Day
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Meet & Greet
Wednesday, August 20, 2025 (evening)
Homecoming
TBD Fall 2025
- Tuesday, September 16
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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Emerging Leaders
A dynamic program designed for professionals looking to develop and grow their leadership capabilities, enhance their knowledge of Montgomery County, and build their network.
CORE
Through this exclusive, flagship program, established executives from across the public, private and nonprofit sectors will expand their knowledge, influence and effectiveness as leaders and advocates for Montgomery County.
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
We bring cross-sector expertise and deep community insight to help government, nonprofit, and corporate leaders build trust, strengthen collaboration, and create lasting organizational change through customized consulting, facilitation, and training.
BECOME AN ENGAGED ALUM
When you become an engaged alumnus, you deepen your connection to a network of leaders who are helping Montgomery County thrive.
CONTACT US
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Leadership Montgomery
6010 Executive Boulevard, Suite 200
Rockville, MD 20852
Phone | 301.881.3333