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Valley Leadership is committed to empowering every Arizonan to lead. Get to know our programs!

Apply for Explore Class 5

Applications are now open for Explore Class 5! Learn more about our upcoming program.

Empowering People Who Get Things Done for Arizona

Are you ready to make a difference? When you say yes, we’ll take you on a journey. It starts with learning and development to help you build a foundation to better understand yourself, your leadership skills and the issues facing Arizona. You’ll then have the opportunity to put your leadership to the test and take action on the most pressing issues facing our state through Impact Maker.

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Leadership Programming

We’ve been strengthening Arizona leaders for over 45 years. How we prepare leaders is guided by our Principles of Doing – to lead most effectively in Arizona. And, no matter how you engage with us, you’ll come away with new skills and experiences, new connections, broader perspective and a personal plan for how you’ll make a difference going forward.

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Impact Maker

We launched Impact Maker as a collaborative space to solve challenges together, with a commitment to long-term change that strengthens Arizona. We invite all Valley Leadership alumni to support and join this effort, working with community champions and experts to create and execute thoughtful, strategic solutions to issues that matter most to Arizona.

What’s Happening at VL

Honoring Native Innovation: VL Supports Record-Breaking Change Labs Pitch Competition

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with a look at Change Labs’s Pitch Your Hustle competition and the Native entrepreneurs driving impact across Arizona. Learn more about how our Explore alumni were able to support this important community event.

November 24, 2025

Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month: Spotlight on Sam Gomez and The Sagrado Galleria

Watch our conversation with Sam Gomez, Executive Director of The Sagrado Galleria, as part of VL’s National Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight. Sam shares the inspiration behind The Sagrado, the only community arts organization and gallery in South Phoenix, and how art and design serve as tools for cultural identity, equity, and community resilience.

October 7, 2025

Unlocking Greater Impact with VL’s Leadership Development Programs

Strong communities don’t just happen, they’re built by leaders who are willing to step up, work together, and drive meaningful change. Participating in a leadership program is more than a professional development opportunity; it’s a pathway to making a lasting difference in Arizona. Learn how you can take action today.

September 29, 2025

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