Leadership Program Information
2027 JLI Applications - Opening July 15, 2026
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The mission of the Jacob Leadership Institute is "to build a robust pipeline of leaders to expand the profession's influence in the public setting."
The JLI leadership program is a six-month training program, developed to help leaders at all levels increase their emotional intelligence to become better leaders. The training is led by former FBI agent Michael “Bret” Hood who uses his 25 years of leadership experience to provide in-depth training that covers the science, psychology, and ethics that define leadership.
Application Deadline: 11:59 p.m. Eastern, Oct. 7, 2026
Notification of Acceptance: Dec. 1, 2026
Tentative 2027 Training Schedule
- Jan. 22 – In person
- Feb. 19 – In person
- March 19 – Virtual
- April 16 – In Person
- May 21 – Virtual
- June 25 – In Person - TBD
- July TBD – Graduation at the AIA Florida Convention – Boca Raton
During these six months, students learn how to:
- Assess yourself and gain insight into your leadership style.
- Understand unconscious blind-spots and emotional intelligence.
- Design methods of motivating others.
- Build an organizational culture.
- Influence stakeholders.
Application Deadline: 11:59 p.m. Eastern, Oct. 7, 2026
Notification of Acceptance: Dec. 1, 2026
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