Applications for 2026 Executive Leadership Institute Now Open

The League’s 2026 Executive Leadership Institute (ELI) provides the opportunity for aspiring community college presidents, or those in transition, to analyze their abilities, reflect on their interests, refine their skills, and engage in leadership discussions with an unparalleled faculty of community college leaders from across North America. This experience of interactive and intense presentations and dialogue regarding the role of the college president in the areas of innovation, transformation, equity, communication, and more promotes the development of strong leaders. Tips and strategies for successfully navigating the search process rounds out the institute.

Join colleagues in person December 6-9, 2026, at Tempe Mission Palms in Tempe, Arizona, and virtually January 26-28, 2027, for this collaborative and empowering event.*

“Participating in the League for Innovation’s ELI was a transformative experience and a key part of my journey to becoming a college president. The program is carefully designed to prepare future community college leaders from all angles, including forward-looking leadership, collaboration, budgeting, institutional planning, and student success. Just as importantly, ELI helped me better understand what it truly means to lead a college with purpose and vision. The experience helped me shape my path to the presidency while learning alongside experienced leaders and peers from across the country. Everything I gained through the program has been valuable in my role, and to this day, I continue to apply lessons and insights from ELI in my work as president."

— Andrés A. Oroz, Ph.D., President, Wilbur Wright College, City Colleges of Chicago, ELI Class of 2023

The application deadline is August 28. Visit the ELI website for more information.

*Completion of the 2026 Executive Leadership Institute requires attendance at all activities, including those in the evening, during both the December 2026 and January 2027 institute dates.