Leadership Academy

Recognizing that its members deserve leaders who are knowledgeable and well prepared, Missouri REALTORS^® coordinates a statewide Leadership Academy. Through this program, Missouri REALTORS^® trains emerging REALTOR^® leaders so that they may exert a positive influence on the future of Missouri REALTORS^®, their Local Boards/Associations, and the industry.

The participants work together in a training course of five retreats that combine presentations, group activities and project planning. Sessions include the development of leadership skills, team-building exercises, goal setting, personal profile analysis, communication, ethical decision-making…and much more.

Objectives of the Missouri REALTORS^® Leadership Academy:

• To identify Missouri REALTORS^® who have demonstrated leadership potential and an interest in the REALTOR^® organization, its history and goals.
• To train participants in leadership skills.
• To motivate participants by increasing their awareness of real estate and association management issues and challenges and involving them in problem-solving activities on issues of current interest.
• To develop a network of leaders across the state that will actively work for the continued growth of the REALTOR^® organization at all levels.

Participation in the Missouri REALTORS^® Leadership Academy is open to active REALTORS^® who hold a primary state membership with Missouri REALTORS^®. A maximum of 12 to 16 individuals will be selected to participate in the program. Since the number of appointments to the Missouri REALTORS^® Leadership Academy is limited, applicants who are not selected are encouraged to reapply in subsequent years. Participants will be chosen by a selection committee appointed by the Leadership Development Output Group based on the quality of the applications and geographic location. Other considerations will be Local Board/Association and community involvement and a perceived desire for service in the REALTOR^® organization.

Application Procedure:

• All primary Missouri REALTORS^® members are eligible to apply to the Leadership Academy.
• Tuition for the program is $1,299. The tuition helps cover expenses for speakers, training sessions, meals, overnight accommodations, and instructional materials for all five retreats. Additional costs to the participants will include transportation from home to the retreat site and select minimal expenses which may be incurred. Members may apply for scholarship funds if they and/or their Local Board/Association do not have the financial resources to pay the tuition.
• Application forms should be thorough and include the information requested. However, answers should be limited to the space available. The application deadline is May 3, 2024. APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER THAT DATE.
• You may submit up to one letter of recommendation with your application. This must be from your broker or an immediate manager.
• VIDEO REQUIREMENT: An introductory video must accompany your application. Videos should be no more than 90 seconds and answer the following questions: (1) How would you describe yourself to someone who doesn’t know you? (2) Why did you apply for Leadership Academy?
• The selection committee will identify a pool of program applicant finalists and host Zoom interviews in late-May before making the final class selection. 

The deadline to apply for the 2024-2025 Leadership Academy class is May 3, 2024.

Download the 2024-2025 Leadership Academy Application

The Vicki Christensen Leadership Academy Scholarship Fund assists participants with program tuition expenses. If you would like to contribute to the Vicki Christensen Leadership Academy Scholarship Fund, you can make a donation below. Your gift helps Missouri REALTORS^® train more leaders and create a better future for our industry and our members. 

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