Participants have the opportunity to engage with local business executives, community leaders, and elected officials; learn about our community through unique tours and behind-the-scenes experiences; and participate in small group discussions.

Participants in Leadership Twin Cities gain

• A better understanding and perspective of the community, and the issues that will shape the region during their time in the workforce
• Improved leadership and decision-making skills
• A new network of civic-minded leaders across different industries and professions
• Access to future alumni programing

Program participation each year is limited to a cohort of 50 aspiring and experienced leaders from the private, nonprofit, and public sectors. All participants must apply to be considered for the program, demonstrate a passion for improving the community and a capacity to be a civic leader. Because of the depth and diversity of perspectives in the room, participants and speakers learn from each other, making it a truly unique and collaborative experience.

This program is invaluable for individuals seeking to build their understanding of our community’s greatest challenges, develop a robust network of cross-sector civic leaders, and build their own capacity to influence systemic change.

Since its inception in 1976, more than 2,300 people have participated in the program. Alumni continue to engage with each other across different cohorts through alumni programming which includes exclusive access to socials, behind-the-scenes tours, workshops, committees, and more.

Watch the recording of our information session here.

Questions? Contact leadership@mplschamber.com.

2023-2024 Program Dates

Program days are full day events that typically run from 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.  There will be an additional evening reception on the first day of the retreat (September 14), as well as two half-day virtual sessions in September, marked with an asterisk ( * ) below.

Thursday, September 14, 2023,  8 am-7 pm (Opening Retreat)
Friday, September 15, 2023, 8 am-3 pm (Opening Retreat)

Thursday, September 28 , 2023, 9 am-12 pm (Virtual)*
Friday, September 29, 2023, 9 am-12 pm (Virtual)*

Thursday, October 12, 2023
Thursday, November 9, 2023
Thursday, December 14, 2023
Thursday, January 11, 2024
Thursday, February 8, 2024
Thursday, March 7, 2024
Thursday, April 11, 2024
Thursday, May 2, 2024
Thursday, May 23, 2024

The deadline to apply for the 2023-2024 class is Friday, June 16, 2023.

Tuition & Scholarships

Tuition for Leadership Twin Cities for 2023-2024 session is $2,595 for Minneapolis Regional Chamber member companies. Tuition is $2,895 for non-members. This covers all program related costs including meals, venues, technical equipment/support, and program management. If your company is interested in learning about Chamber membership, please contact us at membership@mplschamber.com

Program tuition is due in full by September 8, 2023.

A very limited number of partial scholarships are available. Leadership Twin Cities' scholarships are designed to provide access to participants who contribute diverse perspectives or distinct leadership experiences to the program. Scholarships are intended for applicants from small businesses (1-5 FTE's), government or nonprofit organizations. Requests for scholarships will not be reviewed until after the class selection process. You will be contacted in late July informing you of any financial assistance.

What do past participants say about their LTC experience?

“Leadership Twin Cities is the best thing that anyone could ever possibly attend. It opens your eyes to the issues in our community, hearing all aspects of those issues, and finding your passion on what you want to be involved in.”

“I used to think that there were lots of people in our community who made things work and run well. LTC helped me figure out that we all have an obligation to be involved in our community and I need to be one of the people who help make this community work well.”

“Leadership Twin Cities has provided me a phenomenal opportunity to network and build relationships with the leaders and future leaders of this community. The number of times that this has helped me personally and professionally is countless.”