The Leadership Academy identifies, inspires and mentors emerging leaders from the local and state level.
2027 NAR Leadership Academy
Thai-Hung Nguyen (VA), 2026 Chair of the NAR Leadership Academy Advisory Group, gives an overview of the program, expectations, and qualifications for the Leadership Academy.
REALTOR® members who have leadership experience at the local and/or state level, but have not yet been actively involved at the national level, should apply to the Leadership Academy. The Academy is focused on developing participants' institutional, industry, and association knowledge.
Leadership Academy participants will have the opportunity to develop, enhance, and hone their leadership skills and competencies. The program will allow future leaders to experience multiple facets of leadership and define their leadership style along the way. Leadership Academy participants will also learn the history, structure, and inner workings of NAR leadership and work in teams to complete and present a Capstone Project.
Attend the 2027 Leadership Academy Open House
Join the Chair and Vice Chair of the Leadership Academy Advisory Group for an interactive webinar where they’ll walk through program highlights, share insights on the Leadership Academy experience, and answer your questions about the application process. The Open House will take place on February 4 at 4 p.m. Eastern Time.
Applications are Now Open for the 2027 Leadership Academy
We invite interested REALTORS® to explore the program details below and begin the application process. All application materials—including references—must be submitted by March 10, 2026. Take the next step in your leadership journey.
Review the program details and start your application today.
Is the Leadership Academy Right for You?
Take a few minutes to answer some questions to decide if you're a good fit for the Leadership Academy. These questions and answers can provide you with the starting point for reflection, for personal insight, and for development planning.
Connect With Us
If you have questions about the Leadership Academy, please contact us at narla@nar.realtor. We look forward to your application.