Registration will close Sept. 29.
Lead Better. Know the Region Better. Build Relationships That Last.
Emerging Leaders is an eight-week Raleigh Chamber program for professionals who are building momentum in their careers and ready to take on more.
In a small cohort, participants gain clarity on how they lead, build relationships with other rising professionals, and hear directly from local leaders about the organizations, decisions, and challenges shaping the Greater Raleigh region.
The goal is simple: help participants grow as leaders while also helping them better understand the region they are part of and the role they can play in its success.
Emerging Leaders is an eight-week Raleigh Chamber program for professionals who are building momentum in their careers and ready to take on more.
In a small cohort, participants gain clarity on how they lead, build relationships with other rising professionals, and hear directly from local leaders about the organizations, decisions, and challenges shaping the Greater Raleigh region.
The goal is simple: help participants grow as leaders while also helping them better understand the region they are part of and the role they can play in its success.
Why Emerging Leaders
Emerging Leaders is more than a speaker series. The program begins with an opening session focused on leadership style, strengths, and self-awareness. Participants take time to understand how they communicate, work with others, and show up as leaders.
From there, the cohort meets with local business and civic leaders who share real career lessons, leadership decisions, organizational challenges, and insight into the issues facing the region.
Participants also learn from one another. The small cohort format gives them space to talk about what is working in their own organizations, exchange ideas, and take useful practices back to their teams.
Each cohort is limited to 20 participants so the experience stays personal, practical, and discussion-based.
Since 2011, Emerging Leaders has helped more than 400 professionals strengthen their leadership skills, grow their networks, and better understand how they can make an impact at work and in the community.
From there, the cohort meets with local business and civic leaders who share real career lessons, leadership decisions, organizational challenges, and insight into the issues facing the region.
Participants also learn from one another. The small cohort format gives them space to talk about what is working in their own organizations, exchange ideas, and take useful practices back to their teams.
Each cohort is limited to 20 participants so the experience stays personal, practical, and discussion-based.
Since 2011, Emerging Leaders has helped more than 400 professionals strengthen their leadership skills, grow their networks, and better understand how they can make an impact at work and in the community.
What Participants Will Take Away
Through Emerging Leaders, participants will:
- Better understand their leadership style, strengths, and growth areas
- Learn practical ways to lead, communicate, and work with others
- Hear real leadership lessons from Raleigh-area business and civic leaders
- Build relationships with other rising professionals across the region
- Discover local businesses, organizations, and leaders they may not have known before
- Share ideas and best practices with their cohort
- Gain a clearer view of the challenges and opportunities shaping the Triangle
Who Should Register
Emerging Leaders is designed for mid-level professionals who are growing in their careers and want to strengthen their leadership.
Participants should:
Participants should:
- Have at least four years of professional experience and demonstrated career growth
- Be employed by an active Greater Raleigh Chamber member organization or intend to join upon registration
- Receive consent from an immediate supervisor to participate
- Be able to attend orientation and at least four additional class sessions
Emerging Leaders Fall 2026 Cohort Dates
All classes are held on Tuesday mornings from 8:30 - 10:30 a.m., except the first class which will be held from 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.
October 6
October 13
October 20
October 27
November 3
November 10
November 17
December 1
October 6
October 13
October 20
October 27
November 3
November 10
November 17
December 1
Tuition
Tuition for Emerging Leaders is $1,500.
This includes the eight-week program experience, leadership development sessions, peer learning, and direct access to local business and community leaders.
This includes the eight-week program experience, leadership development sessions, peer learning, and direct access to local business and community leaders.
|
Registration will close Sept. 29. |
|