ApplyiNG FOR THE LEADERSHIP ENGAGE CLASS OF 2026
Each year Leadership Palm Beach County identifies a select group of exceptional community leaders to participate in the Leadership Engage program and utilize their leadership abilities for the long-term benefit of Palm Beach County. The selection committee strives to balance the industries, geographic location, and other factors to create a class that is truly representative of the diversity throughout Palm Beach County. While the class members do not work in the same industries, they share the following attributes:
- A PASSION and personal commitment to help shape the future of Palm Beach County
- Significant ACHIEVEMENT in career or community
- An INTEREST in enhancing personal leadership capabilities
- High standards of PERSONAL INTEGRITY
- Personal COMMITMENT to educate themselves on community issues and initiatives
- A DESIRE to support the continuation of leadership development in Palm Beach County
Engage class members aspire to improve our region because they have deepened their civic commitment and awareness of diverse issues and industries. Through the connections, education, and interests developed by our county’s most promising leaders, Leadership PBC creates a lasting impact in our community.
If accepted, the cost of the program is $3,000 if paid by credit card - discounted to $2,900 if paid by check. We do not issue refunds. If you are interested in a flexible payment plan, please contact Lori at Lori@LeadershipPBC.org to discuss options.
APPLICATION CHECKLIST:
1. Obtain the electronic copy of the application. (Available on January 1, 2025)
Type all sections in the space provided.
We DO NOT accept handwritten applications.
Read and follow all instructions on the application.
2. Limit your answers to the requested word count.
DO NOT submit additional materials, such as resumes or examples of accomplishments.
Only responses typed on the application are used in the selection process.
3. Submit all application materials contained in one email.
Please attach a copy of your application and two letters of recommendation, at least one being from a Leadership PBC Alum and no longer than one page each, with the subject line: “Class of 2026 Application, LastName”
Email to: Apply@LeadershipPBC.org
4. Submit your non-refundable application fee, along with your contact information.
Your application is not valid unless the application fee of $100 is received by Thursday, February 26, 2025 at 5 p.m. CLICK HERE TO PAY.
Please be sure to login/register with the email you plan to use in the future for Leadership PBC.
Checks can be made payable to Leadership Palm Beach County and mailed to:
2751 S. Dixie Highway, Suite 1A, West Palm Beach, FL 33405
Email your completed application and letters of recommendation no later than Thursday, February 26, 2025, at 5 p.m.
THE APPLICATION PROCESS FOR THE 2025-2026 PROGRAM WILL OPEN ON JANUARY 1, 2025. PLEASE SUBSCRIBE TO THE LEADERSHIP PALM BEACH COUNTY NEWSLETTER TO RECEIVE UPDATES.
