Nominators

The program provides an opportunity to bring leaders together to focus specifically not only on the inclusive economic development of their city or region, but also on challenges and opportunities of common concern to all generations across our state and region. 

This Program is regarded as a unique cross-sector development opportunity for high potential leaders. The diversity of sectors and leadership experience participants gain represent the vibrant and robust innovative and collaborative acumen needed to enhance the shared prosperity of our state and region.

We encourage leaders and organizations to nominate individuals to the program as well as encourage individuals to apply. Nominations are not required - all individuals must complete a program applications to be considered, and nominations do not impact selection into the Program.

Nominations for 2026 are now closed

Guidance for Nominators to Consider

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Questions To Consider When Nominating

  • Civic Engagement: What makes this person’s civic track record distinctive? Examples of impact?
  • Runway: Where does this person sit in the balance between track record and runway? How can the MYALP experience accelerate or alter this person’s trajectory?
  • Be open, bring expertise: Can they engage across regional topics? Across difference? Do they have an opportunity to apply the program learnings? Does the person have a wide breadth of interests/issue areas?

Baseline Nominee Requirements

Before submitting a nomination, please ensure your nominee meets the program's core eligibility criteria:

  • 7+ years of full-time professional work experience.

  • Demonstrated leadership experience (leading teams, managing cross-organizational initiatives, or designated on a senior leadership track).

  • Demonstrated commitment to cross-sector collaboration and public good.

For a full list of applicant eligibility requirements and guidelines, please review our Who Should Apply page.