The Impact Center

Impact Executive Leadership Program

The Impact Executive Leadership Program

Focus on your goals, share wins and challenges, and make connections within a group of peers who are willing to listen, provide advice, and hold each other accountable.

Here’s How:

The Program brings executives together to focus on their goals, exchange insights, and share wins and challenges. Each group of accomplished leaders push one another toward greater success and gives access to relevant advice, actionable tools, and proven strategies to take back to your team.

 
 
 
“The program gave us tools, language, goals, and a network of others to lean on and work with on our leadership journey.”
— Executive Leadership Program Participant
 

The 3-month Program includes:

  • Personalized curriculum based on your needs and strengths; no cookie-cutter modules

  • Cohort size of 12 participants

  • Executive-level peers across roles, industries, and backgrounds

  • Facilitators, Executives in Residence, and coaches with extensive experience working with high-profile executives from the public, private, and nonprofit sectors

  • 2 in-person two-day executive retreats

  • 6 virtual one-hour peer learning sessions

  • 6 one-hour one-on-one executive coaching sessions

  • 2-3 hours of coursework

  • Blended learning format with both virtual and in-person activities

 
“A big thanks for all that you do to pull together phenomenal groups of leaders. It is a skill to identify and bring together groups that mesh so well. Truly impressive!”
— Executive Leadership Program Participant
 

Key Dates

Program Dates

Virtual launch event: February 27, 2026
First Retreat: March 11-13, 2026
Weekly Virtual Peer Learning Sessions: Fridays noon - 1pm ET, March 20 - May 1, 2025 (no sessions on April 3)
Second retreat: May 13-15, 2026

 

Want to Learn More?

We encourage you to attend one of our virtual informational sessions to learn more about participating in the Executive Leadership Program. You can schedule a 15-minute informational call with a member of our team so we can answer any questions you may have. You can also email us anytime.

 

Take the Next Step

For Organizations: Become a Premier Partner and Enroll Your Leaders

Organizations interested in learning more about enrolling leaders in the Impact Executive Leadership Program should connect with us via email to discuss Premier Partnerships.

  • Deadline to finalize partnership agreements: December 5, 2025 at 5PM EST (these reserve a space within the program for a set number of leaders from your organization).

  • Invoices will be due 30 days following finalization of a partnership agreement, in full. 

  • We know that you may need more time to identify the leaders from your organization who should participate. The Deadline for Impact ELP Premier Partners to identify your participating leaders: January 9, 2025 at 5PM EST.

  • Your leaders will be invited to an orientation session ahead of the program to ensure they’re well-prepared for success.

For Individuals, Apply Today

If you’re an individual interested in the Executive Leadership Program, we invite you to apply today!

Please take note of our application and notification deadlines:

Early Admission

  • The Early Admission Application Deadline is July 25, 2025 at 5PM EST.

  • Those who apply by the Early Admission Deadline will receive an admissions decision no later than August 15, 2025, and will have until September 26, 2025 to complete their enrollment.

Regular Admission

  • The Regular Admission Application Deadline is September 26, 2025 at 5PM EST.

  • Those who apply by the Regular Admission Deadline will receive an admissions decision no later than October 17, 2025, and will have until December 5, 2025 to complete their enrollment.

 

Frequently Asked Questions:

  • The Program is designed for mid-to-senior level professionals who are committed to growth in themselves and others. Participants should have:

    • A track record of accomplished leadership, demonstrating increased responsibilities over time;

    • A readiness to invest in themselves and in their peers;

    • The ability to set aside the time and energy necessary for robust participation;

    • A shared commitment to helping others succeed; and

    • A desire to make a positive impact on society.

    If you are seeking:

    • How to succeed amidst uncertainty; 

    • Actionable leadership takeaways; 

    • Connections with leaders beyond your current network; 

    • Positive accountability;

    • A clear path forward in your leadership journey; and/or

    • Personal and professional development and growth;

    … this Program is for you.

  • The Program is competitively priced to reflect the caliber of content provided, including but not limited to: meals and programming at two executive retreats, 6 virtual peer learning sessions, 6 one-on-one executive coaching sessions, select assessments, and curriculum.

    Typically, employers assist with the Program’s cost either in part or in whole. You can also contact us to answer any questions you have and help you more confidently approach your employer about the opportunity.

    Payment may be made in scheduled installments or upfront. We’re happy to work with your employer’s budget cycle if needed.

    In addition to the Program fee, participants are responsible for coordinating their own travel and lodging arrangements for the executive retreats.

    The program fee is $9,500. Applicants employed in academia, by startups,* or by non-profits with revenue of less than $5 million annually are eligible for a reduced rate of $4,950.

    *Here we define startup as a newly established business that is not-yet generating revenue.

  • The Program’s foundations include a framework and mindset for authentic leadership and leadership strengths. These are applied through a series of sessions on building social capital,navigating and leading change, psychological safety, giving and receiving 360 feedback, and team development.

    Other topics, based on the interests and needs of your cohort, may include:

    • Navigating the C-Suite,

    • Personal Brand,

    • Conflict Resolution,

    • Managing Up & Teaching Others to Manage Up to You,

    • Mentoring and Sponsorship,

    • …and more.

    Each of these topics will emphasize practical application and actionable takeaways for successful leaders. 

  • The Impact Center’s Executive Leadership Program is not another cookie-cutter leadership training course or membership network. The program is a personalized experience, curated to maximize your growth based on your unique needs and strengths. Cohort participants are selected based on the insight and experience of our facilitators to ensure you are truly in a group of peers who can elevate your leadership.

  • We would love to answer any questions you have about the Program. We encourage you to attend one of our virtual informational sessions to learn more. 

    Feel free to email us or schedule a 15-minute chat.

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