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  • Emerging Leaders of North Texas 2026 Application

    Applications close end of day Monday, May 18, 2026.

  • The North Texas Commission Foundation is excited to launch its 2026 Emerging Leaders of North Texas (ELNT) program. This program provides emerging professionals with the knowledge and resources to enhance their professional development and an opportunity to learn about the North Texas Region, exponential growth, challenges and opportunities.

     

    A Program for Emerging Leaders in Corporate, Non-profit and the Public Sector

    • Professionals in any industry who reside in the North Texas region.
    • In public, private or non-profit sectors.
    • Ages 25-40
    • Professionals interested in professional development, NTX regional topics, and building their networks while contributing to the community.

     

    Key Objectives

    • Learn about region’s exponential growth, challenges, and opportunities (regionalism, workforce, education, community health, etc.)
    • Gain insights about how to invest in yourself, manage relationships, how to accelerate your career and contribute to the community.
    • Interact with regional executives and elected officials on the issues facing North Texans and how to engage effectively to create a vibrant community.
    • Participate in Mentorship Program

     

    Participation in the Emerging Leaders program requires a monthly time commitment. We allow for up to 7 hours of excused absences, but we highly encourage all applicants to check the dates to ensure they are able to attend the majority of the program days.

     

    Where will the program meet?

    All sessions will be hosted in select locations across the North Texas region.

     

    Program Cost

    The five-month program costs $2,250* for young professionals working in corporate and $2,050* for those working in the non-profit or public sector. This fee is nonrefundable. The fee covers speaker fees, some transportation, program materials, meals, etc.

     *Tution includes your lifetime alumni dues.

    Program Schedule

    The program is five months long, with a 7-hour session once a month. The program kicks off on August 21, 2026 with a retreat and concludes on December 4, 2026 with a graduation ceremony.

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  • ** In addition to the sessions, participants will participate in a Mentorship Program and create an Individual Development Plan. 

    Some dates are subject to change due to venue availability and weather issues. ELNT will advise you of date changes as soon as they are made.

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  • The NTC Emerging Leaders of North Texas Program tuition includes all program materials and meals. The tuition fee ($2,250 Corporate, $2,050 for public sector and non-profits) must be paid in full prior to the start of the program. If you agree, sign below.

     

     

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  • RECOMMENDATION FORM

    Please share this link with a colleague or mentor to complete on your behalf by Monday, May 18, 2026.

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    LET’S REVIEW:

    Please ensure you’ve completed all steps for your application (check box):

    1.       Completed the “basics” of this application

    2.       Answered all four short answer questions

    3.       Understand the tuition payment required to start the program

    4.       Shared recommendation form link with colleague or mentor

    5.       Uploaded resume and headshot

     

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    Click the submit button to process your application. You will hear back from us soon. If you have any questions, please email Caitlyn Sartin at Caitlyn@ntc-dfw.org.

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