What are the goals of Leadership Napa Valley?

• Develop leadership skills of a diverse group of current and future leaders in Napa Valley. 
• Educate current and future leaders about a broad range of community programs, processes, needs, and issues. Introduce emerging leaders to each other and to the current leadership of the Napa Valley.
• Encourage informed individuals to serve in community leadership positions.  
• Seek diversity – in terms of culture, ethnicity, gender, geography, socio-economics, and professions – in each LNV class in order to reflect the true nature of the community.
  

What does an LNV Class do? 

• Your class meets 16 days over 10 months to learn about a topic related to leadership in the Napa Valley.
• Topics include: Tourism, Agriculture, Criminal Justice, Business, Government, Human Services, Arts, Education, Healthcare, Sustainability and much more! 
• You will participate in group activities to learn more about YOUR COMMUNITY!
  
• You will complete a small-group Practicum Project that will require additional hours.
  
• You will take part in small group exercises that help you learn for yourself and learn from each other.
  
• You will engage in candid conversations with current leaders that will present the opportunity to challenge the process.
  

What is a Practicum Project?

• A project that supports or benefits the community.
  
• You will be placed on a team with 5-7 class members.
  
• Your team will pick the project and meeting times.

How much does it cost?

Tuition is $1,950 and, if you are accepted into the class, you are required to pay $200 personally, even if your employer sponsors you.

When do classes start?

Class 39 will kick off with a virtual Orientation Zoom in July 2026. In-person sessions will begin in August 2026 and continue through June 2027. Specific program dates will be announced soon.

What do I need to do to apply?  

Demonstrate a high level of interest in the Napa Valley.

Aspire to serve on boards or fill other leadership roles in the Valley and in your own vocation. 

Have a strong likelihood of remaining in the Napa Valley for at least five years after completion of the program. 

Have the full endorsement from your employer and make a personal commitment to attend all sessions.

Be ready for a challenge – getting into the program is competitive, but it’s worth it.