L.E.A.D. Academy
Our Leadership Development Committee believes that Service Leadership is the foundation of our Association.
This in-house program seeks to build our membership to be the LEADERS that our Association and Community need.
L.E.A.D. offers it's participants:
- CE Credits
- Professional training
- Community service opportunities
- MUCH MORE!
Applications for the 2027 Class ARE OPEN NOW through December 31st, 2026
Mission Statement
Empowering REALTORS through strategic leadership development to elevate the standard of excellence in the real estate industry.
Purpose
Leadership Development: Cultivate leadership skills essential for navigating the complexities of the real estate industry
Ethical Standards: Promote a culture of ethical conduct, professionalism, and social responsibility
Action and Engagement: Encourage real estate leaders to actively contribute to their communities
Diversity: Facilitate meaningful connections and collaborations within a diverse community

Program Breakdown
- Participants will join us for 4 class sessions, plus a graduation ceremony at our Annual Installation event. *Participants MUST attend all 4 sessions in order to graduate. If a class is missed, it will need to be made up the following year in order to graduate with that class
- There is only room for 15 participants, but the applications are open to All BTVAR members. DON'T WAIT!
- Cost is $250 per participant and is non-refundable (Talk to your Broker about sponsorship!)
Save the Dates
- Leadership Development
- Early March 2027
- Ethical Standards
- End of April 2027
- Action & Engagement
- Beginning of June 2027
- Diversity
- Around October 2027
*Next year's official dates are still being determined and will be updated as soon as we are able

Where It All Started...
To meet the 2025 Leadership Development Committee, click here.
Meet the 2026 Inaugural Class

Gregory Blake Hall

Taylor Bettis

Sarah Sawyers

Joe Gross

Peyton Hubble

Virginia Roberts
Congratulations to you all!
Join us for their Graduation Celebration at the January 30, 2027 Installation & Awards Banquet