APATX Leadership Academy

The APATX Leadership Academy is a world-class leadership development experience designed by leadership experts in the American Planning Association Texas Chapter. Join the inaugural cohort of the APATX Leadership Academy to become transformative leaders in the planning profession, your organization, and your community. 

The APATX Leadership Academy includes leadership training and assessments, seminars by Texas and national experts focused on leadership development, communication and public engagement training and coaching, and much more. The future of planning in communities across Texas requires a well-trained and supported leadership. The APATX Leadership Academy is designed to create a dynamic network of future leaders committed to promoting the planning profession in Texas communities.

Apply for the 2025 Cohort By 12/31/24

2024 Cohort

Introducing the 2024 Cohort

John Chapman, AICP

Lauren Clanton, AICP

Zach Clark, AICP Candidate

Cristin Emshoff

Ivis Garcia, AICP

Jenny Lai, AICP

Daisy Romero Marquez

Caleb Mittanck

Enrique Perez

Sonny Sin, AICP

Olivia Sullivan, AICP

Aaron Vannoy

Derrick Rhys Wilson

2024 Cohort in Action

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