Application process

Thank you for your interest in Leadership Maryland's Executive Program!

The application process for the Class of ’25 is closed. Applications for the Class of ’26 will open in the Fall.
​The Process
If you are interested in applying, please review our full application instructions so you can understand what to expect.
Completed Application Checklist
(All items must be received for the application to be considered complete)
  • Application submitted online
  • Select payment method for application fee (personal check or VISA or MasterCard)
  • Financial Aid Request Form and proof of income (if requesting aid)
  • Two references (extra consideration given if references are Leadership Maryland members)
  • One letter of recommendation
  • Authorizing official statement from applicant’s supervisor or CEO (unless you are self-employed or are your own supervisor)
  • High quality professional color photo (head/shoulder shot, JPG, or PDF preferred)
  • Paid application fee (early bird rate of $200 if submitted by 5:00pm on October 15, or $300 if submitted after that date, personal check payable to Leadership Maryland, PO Box 2442, Easton, MD 21601, or paid online with VISA or MasterCard)

Once all applications are reviewed, applicants will be invited to interview with our selection committee. From these interviews, the committee will select a maximum of 52 leaders plus alternates from all areas of the state and sectors.

If you know someone you think would benefit from our Executive Program, we accept nominations all year long! Submit your nomination here, or for questions about the program, email President & CEO David Fike.

session dates

If you're applying for next year's program, we suggest you block these dates on your calendar now.

2025
  • March 10 (Evening Reception)
  • April 24 & 25 (Orientation – mandatory)*
  • May 15 & 16*
  • June 12 & 13*
  • July 10 & 11*
  • September 11 & 12*
  • October 9 & 10*
  • November 7 (Closing Retreat)
  • December 2 (Graduation)

2026
  • March 9 (Evening Reception)
  • April 16 & 17 (Orientation – mandatory)*
  • May 14 & 15*
  • June 11 & 12*
  • July 9 & 10*
  • September 10 & 11*
  • October 8 & 9*
  • November 6 (Closing Retreat)
  • December 1 (Graduation)

​2027
  • March 8 (Evening Reception)
  • April 22 & 23 (Orientation – mandatory)*
  • May 20 & 21*
  • June 17 & 18*
  • July 15 & 16*
  • September 16 & 17*
  • October 14 & 15*
  • November 5 (Closing Retreat)
  • December 2 (Graduation)

*Additional optional activities take place the Wednesday prior to the start of these sessions, offering the class more bonding time and the opportunity to further explore each region. We highly recommend blocking off these days as well on your calendar and participating in as many of these activities as possible.