Leadership Academy

Forming the leaders of tomorrow.

Leadership Academy is W’s premier program for young professionals desiring to level up professionally and personally.

Over the course of six weeks, each participant uncovers their personal leadership style, values, strengths, and how to use each to motivate others and create change in their community and organization. This selective program provides opportunities to join in-depth conversations with Wichita’s top community and business leaders, participate in leadership exercises, and forge invaluable relationships with their fellow Leadership Academy class members.

Participant type
Aspiring leaders

Time commitment
6 weekly sessions

Program fee
$300

Deadline to apply for the 2023 Leadership Academy program is November 11th, 2022

2023 Leadership Academy Application

"*" indicates required fields

Step 1 of 4

Personal Data

Name*

First Last

Age*

This data will be used only to report demographic make-up of the class as a whole.

Current Employer*

Industry*

Job Title*

Job Responsibilities*

Work Phone*

Work Email*

Have you previously applied for Leadership Academy?*

Yes

Work History

Resume Upload

If you prefer to upload a resume, please include your most recent past employer above, and then upload a resume here.

Accepted file types: jpg, pdf, Max. file size: 300 MB.

Education and Special Training

Other Certifications or Training*

You may add up to four additional educational institutions or certifications by clicking on the "+" button at the end of each row.

Name of Institution

Degree

Major

Organizations and Activities

Involvement*

Briefly describe any professional/business associations and community involvement.

Achievements*

Briefly describe any professional & personal achievements (including civic awards, honors & recognition, career highlights).

Expectations*

What do you hope to gain from the Leadership Academy and how do you plan on using what you will gain professionally and personally?

Make a Difference*

As a young professional, what can you do to make a difference in Wichita?

References

Though not required, it is highly recommended that you submit one letter of reference describing why you have potential for leadership and how that leadership may be applied. Please identify from whom you have secured a letter, if applicable.

Name

First Last

Business Name

Title

Phone

Letter of Reference

Attach a letter of reference if you would like.

Accepted file types: jpg, pdf, Max. file size: 300 MB.

Basic Requirements

Attendance*

Attendance at all Leadership Academy sessions and activities is expected. Any absence not having advance approval may result in the class member not being permitted to complete the program. Please review the program schedule and indicate, by checking the box, your commitment to fully participate.

I acknowledge

Tuition / Funding

Do you wish to apply for a scholorship?*

If accepted into the Leadership Academy, a tuition fee of $300 will be charged. Limited scholarship money is available and will be awarded based on need. Many companies are willing to cover or reimburse the cost of Leadership Academy as a professional development program. Please consider checking with your employer before requesting a scholarship or paying the tuition yourself.

Yes

Amount

“The Leadership Academy sessions, without exception, challenged my concept of leadership in often unexpected ways and forced me to take a difficult look at my leadership style.”

Adam Rorabaugh

School Psychologist, Haysville Public Schools