We are currently accepting applications for the PLA cohort beginning mid-January 2025.

Exclusive, small-group virtual gatherings over 16 weeks, plus 1-on-1 executive mentoring.

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 Essential content includes:

  • Scholarly Foundations - the most relevant management research 

  • Practical Application - what really works, when to enact changes, how to prioritize limited time and resources on what matters most

  • Core Processes and Programs - what you need to lead an effective People Ops function 

  • Influencing Skills - how to serve as an effective partner to founder/CEOs

Participants in the People Leader Accelerator will:

  • Spend ~5 hours per week engaging with the cohort and curriculum

  • Learn from practical and scholarly readings 

  • Apply principles though weekly homework and writing assignments 

  • Participate in weekly video discussions with your peers

  • Interact socially (in-person if/when health protocols allow) with your peers, the faculty, and outside experts

  • Address real problems in your current organization

  • Develop a trusted network of peers in similar roles at similar organizations

Learn more about the curriculum here.

The cost to join the Spring 2025 cohort is $12,000, assuming some level of employer support. Those who fully self-fund the program are eligible to receive 50% scholarships.

Applications are due no later than December 13, 2024.

Attendance will be limited to a maximum of 15 to facilitate deep personal interactions.

Click here for a sample email template to request employer reimbursement / sponsorship.

And, click here for a sample Educational Reimbursement Policy - up to $5,250.00 should be tax deductible under IRS rules

Express interest by filling out our online application survey and schedule a live video discussion with a faculty member.