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.
This new program offers it's participants CE's, Professional training from nationally-acclaimed speakers, community service opportunities, and much more!
Applications will be open from October 1st through December 31st, 2025
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 courses 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 nonrefundable (Talk to your Broker about sponsorship!)
Save the Dates
- Monday, March 2nd, 2026 - Personality Testing & a conversation with a Local Manager
- Tuesday, April 28th, 2026 - Guest speaker: Adam Smith, CPO for Virginia REALTORS®
- Saturday, June 6th - Community service project with BTVAR's Volunteer Day (supporting NAR's Realtor Volunteer Days)
- October 7th & 8th, 2026 - (10/7) = 1/2 day leadership and DEI training with Robert Morris* & (10/8) 1/2-Day CE event (open to all BTVAR membership)
