Leadership Academy

Maryland REALTORS® Leadership Academy is a leadership development program that will help you fine tune your leadership skills so that you are READY and ABLE to serve your REALTOR® organization.

The mission of the Leadership Academy is to build strong leaders for tomorrow who are committed to ensuring that our industry and communities are prepared for the challenges that lie ahead. The Leadership Academy is also a personal development program that will benefit you in all aspects of your life.

The Leadership Academy consists of 7 sessions held monthly at Maryland REALTORS® in Annapolis, MD. You will have the opportunity to develop, enhance, and hone your leadership skills and competencies. The Program will also help you define your leadership style and educate you on the history, structure, and inner workings of the REALTOR® organization. In addition to the 7 in-person sessions, participants must also complete or have a current certification in: Commitment to Excellence, At Home With Diversity, and Bias Override.

2024-2025 applications are closed.

Here’s what you need to know:

  • Applicants must be licensed real estate salesperson, associate broker, broker, or affiliate member in good standing with Maryland REALTORS® and local board/association.
  • The application must be completed – including a letter of endorsement from your local board/association. No applications will be accepted after the due date.
  • Applicants must be available to complete all session dates listed on the application.
  • The cost of the Academy is $750 which will be invoiced after the applicant has been invited to participate and must be paid in full prior to the first class.
  • Each eligible applicant will be interviewed by a panel of the Leadership Academy Advisory Group via the Zoom.
  • Candidates will be notified within a week of the interview process.

SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE

A limited number of sponsorships are available to those firms and businesses who recognize the need and benefit of encouraging those interested in making a difference.

Criteria to apply:

  • Licensed real estate salesperson, associate broker, broker, or affiliate member prior to applying. 
  • Primary Maryland REALTORS® and local board/association member in good standing. 
  • Desire to engage or advance in leadership opportunities in Maryland REALTORS® and/or your local board/association.   
  • Letter of recommendation from your local board/association. 
  • Participation in all sessions is mandatory. Applicants for the 2024-2025 class must commit to the following dates:

October 10, 2024: Orientation and Organizational Leadership
November 14, 2024: Organizational Long-Range Planning
December 12, 2024: Effective Communications/Media Relations
January 9, 2025: Professional Conduct & Association Governance
February 12, 2025: The Role of the Association in Legislation/Government Affairs
March 13, 2025: Diversity in Business
April 10, 2025: Business Trends and Leadership Academy Panel Discussion
April 24, 2025: Leadership Academy Graduation and Recognition Lunch

In addition to the classes listed above, Leadership Academy participants must complete and show proof of completion to Leadership Academy staff of the following courses prior to graduation: