Leadership 2026

What: Invitation to register now for Leadership Chapel Hill-Carrboro (Leadership), an extensive program designed to inform, develop, connect, and engage committed and emerging leaders in Greater Chapel Hill-Carrboro.

Why: Leadership participants broaden their understanding of issues and opportunities facing the region, refine their leadership skills, develop lasting relationships, and deepen their influence through ongoing networking and service opportunities. 

When: Leadership 2026 includes ten sessions over eight months (from May through December). Most sessions are all-day from 8am to 5pm on the 2nd or 4th Thursdays of the month. Review the 2026 schedule.

Where: Sessions take place at different locations throughout Greater Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Transportation is required.

How: A cohort-based learning experience with dozens of panels, tours, and workshops over 8 months. Leadership combines presentations, experiential learning activities, and facilitated dialogue to help participants better understand key issues in our region related to the economy, government, education, health, economic development, and the environment.

Fee: The Leadership 2026 program fee is $2,000 (member) and $2,300 (non-member). However, if you book before April 2nd, you will receive $150 off your enrollment fee! This fee covers programming, session materials, and meals. Major Investors of The Chamber are entitled to the following discounts: Community Champions and Community Investors receive $875 off; Community Builders and Community Leaders receive $450 off.

Partial Scholarships: The Chamber does not want finances to be a barrier to your learning journey. A limited number of partial scholarships are available. To be considered for scholarship funding, please contact Michelle Brown.

Register: Registration for Leadership 2026 is open with early bird pricing for applications submitted by Thursday, April 2, 2026. Registration will close on Friday, April 24, 2026. By enrolling, participants commit to the program and payment requirements and, given the time commitment, participants must verify the full support of their employers.

Contact: For questions about Leadership programming, registration, and sponsorship opportunities, contact Chamber Director of Business Engagement and Workforce Development, Michelle Brown. 

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations before the early bird registration deadline of Thursday, April 2, 2026 are fully-refundable. Cancellations before the registration deadline of Friday, April 24, 2026 are 50% refundable. Cancellations on or after the registration deadline of Friday, April 24, 2026 are not refundable but deferment may be an option in the case of an emergency.