Unleash Your Inner Leader at the Breakthrough Leadership Summit!

Ready to step up and become the leader you were meant to be? Join us at the Breakthrough Leadership Summit, where a select group of high-potential individuals gather to ignite their leadership journeys.

This intensive 3-day summit is designed for YOU:

New to leadership? Gain the tools and confidence to thrive in your role.
Want to grow into a leadership role? Sharpen your skills and network with like-minded individuals.

What to expect:

Collaborative learning: Interact with representatives across the state – all sharing their unique leadership perspectives.
Actionable insights: Walk away with practical strategies and a personalized development plan.
Lifelong connections: Build lasting friendships and a powerful professional network over engaging activities.

Spots are limited!
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this transformative experience. Application windows are listed below.

Each Breakthrough Leadership summit includes 1-3 representatives from each Executive Department and a participant from an elected office. Email announcements will go out before each application window, and interested applicants can submit their application and one letter of recommendation during this window.

Summit Group Picture

Important Dates

Summits:Summit 9Summit 10Summit 11Summit 12
Application Opens:January 19April 20July 132027
Application Closes (8 pm):January 30May 1July 242027
Panel Convenes:February 6May 11July 312027
Confirmation of Choices:February 9-12May 12-14August 3-62027
Announce Participants:February 17May 15August 72027
Summit Dates:March 10-12, 2026June 9-11, 2026September 1-3, 20262027

SELECTION CRITERIA:

  • New to state government. (Minimum 1 year and maximum 4 years of cumulative tenure, at the time of application). Please Note: Part-time employment counts toward total cumulative tenure.
  • Not currently in a senior leadership position.
  • Top-rated application(s) within department.
  • Strong drive for personal development.
  • Service-minded attitude.
  • Willing to step outside of comfort zone.