Experience Austin is a fast-paced opportunity to explore the community issues and resources that are shaping Greater Austin. What does that mean? It means we are going to be sharing a lot of information—all to prepare you to better understand Greater Austin and how you…
Due to Covid-19, All Programs Will Be Virtual Leadership Austin will deliver all programming virtually in the coming year. This was not an easy decision, but we believe it is best to clarify our direction in this unknown environment and provide certainty for applicants. Change…
Applications for both Essential and Emerge are currently open – but do you need help deciding if this is the right time for you to apply? We’re happy to announce four upcoming Virtual Information Sessions to help! These free Zoom sessions will feature the following:…
Over the last two years Leadership Austin has been working with the the Pacific Educational Group, (PEG) to deliver the Courageous Conversation: Beyond Diversity™ seminar to over 2,000 individuals in our community. PEG has launched Courageous Conversation Academy™, a new online learning platform, with over…
Part 2: Community Resiliency: Regional Impact – A Conversation with City Managers According to a recent study by The Brookings Institute, strong local governance is a key feature of crisis management and recovery. Amidst fragmented federal and state responses to COVID-19, local government managers are…
We’re excited to announce the graduation of Leadership Austin Essential 41 – Class 2020! This is the 41st class since the program’s inception in 1979 and we wish to congratulate all 60 individuals who now join the 3,000 Leadership Alumni in our region. – The…
Applications for both Essential and Emerge are currently open – but do you need help deciding if this is the right time for you to apply? We’re happy to announce four upcoming Virtual Information Sessions to help! These free Zoom sessions will feature the following:…
Part 1: Community Resiliency- Supporting Our Most Vulnerable Communities In these unprecedented times, the way people band together in response to disasters is a key factor in a community’s ability to recover. An extensive study on disaster recovery by the RAND Corporation defines community resilience as the…