The National Executive Leadership Academy is tailored to support Black leaders and their allies from across the country.
Who should apply?
Senior-level managers and executives, located regionally and nationally, with at least 10 years of work experience in corporate, nonprofit, government or entrepreneurial sectors with business functions in any US market are encouraged to apply. Candidates must have demonstrated leadership and a strong desire to achieve professional excellence.
This program is open to professionals from all ethnic and racial backgrounds in accordance with our Statement of Assurance.
When is the Academy?
February - June 2026
There will be two, one week in-person sessions (February and June), 4 online sessions in March and May, and one, two day in-person conference in April in Dallas, TX.
Where is this located?
Hybrid | 2 months online, two, one week in-person sessions at Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA, and one, two day in-person conference in Dallas, TX.
The two, one-week in-person sessions will be held from Monday to Friday afternoon, and take place in Pittsburgh, PA on the CMU campus. TALI will reserve hotel rooms for all in-person sessions, but travel and lodging costs are not included in tuition.
How much does it cost?
$20,000 (travel and lodging fees excluded)
Limited scholarship funding may be available for candidates from the nonprofit and public sectors.
Academic Instruction
In-person and online instruction from renowned academic and industry experts.
Executive Coaching
Executive coaches individualize the content, ensuring immediate application.
Mentor Identification Support
The Academy assists participants with the process of identifying an industry-aligned mentor.
Peer Networking
Participants develop a national peer network. Upon graduation, participants receive ongoing support and connection for continued personal and professional growth through the TALI® Alumni Network.
What differentiates this Academy?
Addressing comprehensive leadership development with a particular emphasis on the unique challenges faced by Black professionals and their allies, the National Executive Leadership Academy features integrated development across four critical pillars.
Course Content Overview
Defining Your Leadership Brand
Define your brand and develop personal strategies to effectively convey who you are and the differentiated professional value you deliver while sustaining momentum in your career.
Resilience for Executives of Color
Recognize and address needs relevant to diverse leaders and adopt strategies that help achieve the greatest gains; optimize your leadership performance
Asset Framing
Learn how to employ cognitive, social, and cultural psychology to define people by their aspirations and contributions and build equity without stigma.
Strategic Innovation & Leadership
Learn techniques for identifying opportunities,
translating vision into strategic planning and execution
Global Management & Strategy
Gain insight into understanding global economic
and cultural trends to develop best practices for
managing global teams.
Building Networks of Influence
Learn how to identify and navigate networks to better understand how they influence performance,
promotions and decision-making.
Leadership Next Steps
Participants receive a Carnegie Mellon University
Tepper School of Business certificate, Tepper TEU's, and join the distinguished TALI® Alumni Network.
Aleya Crable Jennings
Director, Fred Rogers Productions | 2024 National Executive Leadership Academy Alumna (PA)As a 2024 National Executive Leadership Academy Alumna, I understand first-hand the transformative impact of this program. The immersive program experience, cutting-edge academic instruction, and development of a national peer network helped me show up as a stronger leader. I feel better prepared to positively contribute to my organization's success.
National Executive Leadership Academy Presenting Sponsors
TALI's Statement of Assurance.
The Advanced Leadership Institute (TALI) welcomes all individuals to participate in and attend TALI® Leadership Programs as outlined in the organization's Statement of Assurance.