Congratulations to the 2023 Class of NSPE Emerging Leaders!
NSPE is proud to congratulate the third cohort of individuals to complete the NSPE Emerging Leaders Program. This diverse group of high-achieving professionals worked through an intensive program meant to develop their leadership skills and potential.
Each of the 2023 participants has a unique story and are contributing to the professional engineering field through a variety of roles in all types of national firms.
2024 Emerging Leaders Program
Thank you for your interest. The application deadline was August 31, 2023. We are no longer accepting applications for this year's program.
Take your career to the next level and demonstrate your value to employers as an NSPE Emerging Leader!
The NSPE Emerging Leaders Program develops the next generation of engineers to fulfill NSPE’s mission to “create a world where the public can be confident that engineering decisions affecting their lives are made by qualified and ethically accountable professionals.” Experienced engineers know that engineering decisions are made throughout a project timeline and often require more than just technical expertise. Skills in communicating, team development, and continually providing feedback and advice deliver the best results.
This national program features an intensive five-month program with guided instruction and mentorship to engineers seeking to expand their skills through:
- Examining personal strengths and vulnerabilities
- Defining leadership and its application in their environment
- Building personal ownership and motivation
- Developing cohesive, high-functioning teams
- Communicating successfully with colleagues and clients
- Giving and receiving feedback
- Delivering effective presentations
Working through real work-life scenarios and discussions with the group and mentor-led teams will prepare participants to excel and stand out in the workplace and improve their leadership qualities. Participants will meet virtually January through May 2024 and work through related assignments using an online learning platform..
Program Oversight: NSPE Emerging Leader Program Task Force
Program Facilitators: Mark Cook, Ph.D., CrossGroup
Program Facilitators: Kyle Womack, P.E., F.NSPE, CrossGroup
Who Attends?
Emerging leaders are early-career professionals with 5–8 years of experience in the engineering field who are prepared to think strategically about their career and beginning to assume leadership roles in the industry. Selected participants come from a variety of firms with a range of engineering expertise. Before applying, prospective candidates are encouraged to seek the support of their employers in allowing appropriate time to commit to the program.
Important Dates
- June 2023 – Course syllabus available; Application website open
- August 31, 2023 – Application deadline
- October 12, 2023 – Participants notified of selection
- October 26, 2023 – Registration fees due
- December 6, 2023 – Orientation meeting for selected participants
- January – May 2024 – Selected participants complete leadership syllabus
- August 2024 – Participants attend the national Professional Engineers Conference (PECon) – Location TBD
Registration Fees
- NSPE Member – $950.00
- Non-member – $1,249.00 (includes a one-year membership)
Several scholarships funded by the NSPE Education Foundation will be available to eligible candidates. More information about qualifying for this support will be provided when the application site opens.
Recognition
Successful candidates who complete the program will receive a press release (sample) acknowledging their status as a NSPE Emerging Leader and be invited to join the ELP Alumni Community populated by all former graduates of the program. This growing and vibrant community at NSPE will continue to engage in conversations about successes and challenges in the workplace and network with their peers. NSPE leaders also seek input from emerging leaders who are beginning to serve in leadership positions at local, state, and national levels and can help shape programs for other members.
2024 NSPE Emerging Leaders Program Syllabus
When applying to the 2024 Emerging Leaders Program, candidates will affirm their availability to attend all events listed on the syllabus (40-hour commitment). The program is a mixture of facilitator-led sessions and collaborative follow-up sessions with assigned mentors culminating in participants creating a 100-day plan to implement their new knowledge. Upon completion, successful candidates will join their colleagues in the ELP Alumni community.
2024 ELP Schedule*
November 30, 2023, 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm ET
Introduction and Orientation for ELP mentors
December 6, 2023, 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm ET
Introduction, Preparation, and Orientation for ELP participants
January 3, 2024, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET
Personal Leadership, Part 1
January 17, 2024, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET
Personal Leadership, Part 2 with Mentors
February 7, 2024, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET
Developing High Performing Teams, Part 1
February 21, 2024, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET
Developing High Performing Teams, Part 2 with Mentors
March 6, 2024, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET
Meaningful Dialogue with Difficult Conversations, Part 1
March 20, 2024, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET
Meaningful Dialogue with Difficult Conversations, Part 2 with Mentors
April 3, 2024, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET
Giving and Receiving Feedback, Part 1
April 17, 2024, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET
Giving and Receiving Feedback, Part 2 with Mentors
May 8, 2024, 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm ET
100-day Plan Presentations
May 15, 2024, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET
Project Presentations to NSPE Board of Directors
August 7 - 9 – NSPECon 2024 (location TBA)
ELP Alumni Events at Annual Conference
*Adjustments to the schedule, if necessary, will be made in consultation with participants and mentors.