Alumni I Stay connnected

The Leadership Austin Alumni base is one of the greatest assets to our community. Among your fellow graduates you will find connection, conversation and education. Beyond your specific class, you now have access to a wealth of perspectives and relationships in the Greater Austin area. Below are some of the ways we strive to keep you up to date and connected to the alumni base at large.

BEST CLASS EVER TROPHY

As a Leadership Austin graduate, you automatically earn points throughout the year by volunteering, donating, or participating in Leadership Austin events and activities. Contest rules are set by the Alumni Committee.

While all of us make up the Best Alumni Ever, the winning class earns bragging rights for the year ahead — and there’s a big ol’ trophy, folks.

Trophy Contest Rules
View the Best Class Ever trophy rules here.

STAY ENGAGED

These education and connection-based programs will keep you in the know about Greater Austin’s biggest challenges and successes, as well as give you new insights from fellow alumni. Check out the Events Calendar or your weekly Alumni Newsletter for dates and registration links.

Volunteer
We always need volunteers! Opportunities are published in the alumni portal and can be viewed here. Volunteers receive discounts on event admission fees.

Make a Gift
Whether you generously give a single donation, a recurring Leadership Circle gift, or a sponsorship, your donations to Leadership Austin will help us continue developing the leaders of tomorrow! Donate today.

Sit in on Essential or Emerge!
Whether you’re a few years removed from Leadership Austin or curious about what this year’s cohorts are up to, sit in on a class day! These opportunities are available only to graduates of Essential and Emerge, as well as affiliate members.

Essential 2024-2025 Class Days
October 16: A Better Central Texas & Social Determinants of Health – sign up
November 20: Culture, Equity and Belonging – sign up
December 11: Education – sign up
January 15: Economy and Workforce – sign up
February 12: Built Environment (housing, transportation and infrastructure) – sign up
March 12: Justice Systems – sign up
April 16: Healthcare and Environment – sign up

Emerge 2024-2025 Class Days
October 10: Values & Guiding Principles – sign up
November 14: Self Assessment and Goal Setting- sign up
December 7: Journey to Your Authentic Self- sign up
January 9: From Bias to Belonging – sign up
February 6: Complex & Difficult Conversations – sign up
March 6: Leading Teams & Collaboration – sign up
April 4: Strategic Thinking & Innovation – sign up

STAY CONNECTED

Leadership Austin is all about relationships. We are always looking for ways to ensure our alumni are grounded in relationships across sectors, experiences and geography, and our annual events are the best – and most fun – way to do that. Check out the Events Calendar or your weekly Alumni Newsletter for details, dates and links to RSVP.

Welcome Reception
This casual alumni-only gathering – usually held after the Emerge and Essential opening retreats – is an opportunity for alumni to get to know the new cohorts. Grab your fellow classmates and come welcome our new Essential and Emerge cohorts! The Welcome Reception is a free alumni event.

Holiday Party
There is no agenda at this annual alumni-only gathering held in late November or early December. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to reconnect and enjoy an evening together with fellow alumni and community supporters. The Holiday Party is a free alumni event.

Community Engagement Reception
At this annual spring event, we honor two Leadership Austin alumni and one non-alumni leader who exemplify our core values in their commitment to the community. Hear each honoree speak about their leadership journey, with proceeds benefiting Leadership Austin programs. Click here to see previous honorees.  The Community Engagement Reception is a ticketed event.

Best Party Ever
The largest event we host is also, as the name implies, the best one. More than 500 alumni and Leadership Austin partners come together late spring/early summer to celebrate each other. There is great food, a live DJ, the Famous Donut Wall and the Leadership Austin signature cocktail – The 1979. All proceeds benefit the Leadership Austin scholarship fund. The Best Party Ever is a ticketed event.

STAY IN THE LOOP

Be the first to know when events are scheduled, recruitment begins and how you can stay plugged in to the Leadership Austin family.

Alumni Newsletter
We have an objective of providing alumni a consolidated communication each week. With only a handful of exceptions, we put all alumni communications in a Monday afternoon newsletter that includes the latest news, Alumni Job Board, Alumni Community Calendar and Alumni on the Move links. If you aren’t receiving this bi-weekly message, email Josh Aguilar

Leadership Austin Social Media
Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn! You can also add Leadership Austin as part of the education section on your profile. Enter your program (e.g. Emerge, Essential, etc.) in the Degree field, as well as your start and end dates. To connect with other alumni, go to “Alumni” from the Leadership Austin profile on LinkedIn.

Job Board
Recruit candidates and seek opportunities with other Alumni. The Job Board is published in the Alumni Newsletter every Monday. Posted jobs remain active on the Job Board for one month if no closing date is specified. Submit job postings anytime – no posting fee.

Community Calendar
Share community events with other alumni! Post events you are sponsoring or attending, or events you think are important for your fellow alumni to know about that will be included in our weekly Alumni Newsletter. Submit and see events here.

Alumni on the Move
Got a new job or promotion? Joined a board or won an election? Moving? Celebrating the addition of a new family member? Share the news with your alumni family! These stories are also published every Monday in the Alumni Newsletter. Submit news here.

Alumni Directory
Share your contact information and connect with other alumni! The directory is searchable by name, program year, industry, company name, and alumni interest. Access the directory in the alumni portal via the “Login” link at the bottom of every page on our website. Every alumnus already has portal account. If you are unable to access your account contact  Joshplease don’t create a new account!