2026 LATN Leadership Academy

Leadership Development Program

The LeadingAge Tennessee Leadership Academy is a year-long leadership development program designed to cultivate emerging and established leaders across the aging services field. Through interactive learning, collaboration, and real-world experiences, participants strengthen the skills needed to lead their organizations and advance the profession.

Vision

To cultivate a generation of authentic, servant leaders who are prepared to serve their organizations and the field of aging services in an innovative and collaborative fashion.

Our Core Themes

Leadership & Self Reflection – Explore personal values and self-reflective leadership.
Advocacy – Understand the importance of relationships, trust, and community engagement.
Partnerships & Collaborations – Learn the value of collaboration and building meaningful partnerships.
Innovation & Change – Explore leadership as a catalyst for innovation and transformation.
Work-Life Integration – Reflect on values, purpose, and maintaining balance in leadership.

Program Curriculum

The Leadership Academy curriculum draws on adult learning theory and focuses on transformational leadership, person-centered care, innovation, self-awareness, and relationship building.

Fellows learn through a combination of traditional and experiential learning methods, including discussions, site visits, peer learning, leadership coaching, and engagement with experts from across the aging services field.

Program Experience

Group Discussions & Exercises

Fellows participate in interactive discussions and exercises that connect leadership concepts to real-world challenges and opportunities.

Member Site Visits

Site visits provide exposure to innovative organizations and leaders across the aging services continuum.

Leaders in Residence

Fellows engage directly with experienced leaders and field experts who share insights on leadership, innovation, and organizational change.

Program Details

Eligibility

Open to employees of LeadingAge Tennessee member communities.
Leadership potential and commitment to professional growth are valued more than job title.
One nominee per member organization.

Financial Commitment

Upon acceptance, a $1,500 tuition payment, non-refundable and non-transferable, is required from each Fellow organization.
Tuition includes program materials and meals provided during Leadership Academy sessions.
Lodging and travel expenses are the responsibility of the participant's organization.

Application Timeline

Application dates and program deadlines will be announced soon.

Program Schedule

Session dates and locations will be announced soon.

Program Requirements

Fellows are expected to actively participate in all program activities, complete assignments and readings, and attend all required sessions, meetings, and site visits.

Continuing Education Credits

Continuing education credits are anticipated for eligible participants. Additional information regarding approved credit hours will be shared as program details are finalized.

Application Process

The Leadership Academy is available exclusively to employees of LeadingAge Tennessee member communities. Only one applicant per member organization will be considered for each cohort.

Applicants must remain employed by a LeadingAge Tennessee member community throughout the program. Continued participation is subject to review if eligibility requirements are no longer met.

Application materials, submission instructions, and program deadlines will be announced soon.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Join a network of aging services professionals committed to growth, innovation, and leadership excellence.