Business Leadership Academy 2026

Date and Time

Thursday Sep 17, 2026
8:00 AM - 8:00 AM PDT

Location

Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber
950 Pacific Ave., Ste 300 (Third Floor)
Tacoma, WA 98402

Fees/Admission

For more information on program pricing and how to apply for this cohort, please contact Anna Terrano: annat@tacomachamber.org.

Website

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Contact Information

Anna Terrano, 253.327.1271
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Description

What is the Business Leadership Academy?

The Business Leadership Program of Tacoma-Pierce County provides an opportunity for current and emerging leaders to connect with others in the business community and develop additional leadership skills.

During nine sessions and a retreat, we will explore leadership applications, visit organizations, learn from leaders who make an impact in our community, assess our own strengths, and reflect on opportunities for growth. This is a great opportunity to connect with the regional business community.

The Business Leadership Program of Tacoma-Pierce County, sponsored by the Chamber and Pacific Lutheran University, is a regional community leadership program founded in 1978. Hundreds of leaders are alumni of this program and will become your network for learning and connecting.

Benefits:

For The Employer:

Increases leadership skills for your emerging employees who will shape tomorrow
Provides networking opportunities and connections to community leaders who are committed to building our community as an attractive location for organizations

For the Individual:

Develops leadership skills
Provides opportunities for community impact through team projects and presentations
Greater knowledge of the region, leaders and decision-making processes
Opens up a network of diverse colleagues for individuals, business and community problem solving
Helps create a greater understanding of public and private sectors
Refinement of values and personal mission

2026 Agenda:

September 10 - November 12, 2026

September 10: Welcome Session

September 17: The Challenge of Leading
September 24: Site Visit
October 1: Visioning & Focus on the Future
October 8: Leading Change & Risk-Taking
October 15: Site Visit
October 22: Motivating & Lifting Others
October 29: What Matters Most
November 5-6: Retreat
November 12: Celebration Luncheon

Questions & More Info:

For more information on program pricing and how to apply for this cohort, please contact Anna Terrano: annat@tacomachamber.org.