NAA’s Leadership Lyceum provides up to 37 individuals an opportunity to develop as inspired, empowered and informed emerging volunteer leaders in the rental housing industry for all active NAA members. With appointed graduates representing NAA’s 10 regions, this immersive and collaborative program equips active NAA volunteer leaders with the skills, confidence and occasions to network and share experiences on a state, local and national level.
Participants will gain a diverse and well-rounded perspective from their classmates that helps create more inclusive working environments throughout the industry. In addition to earning 8 CECs upon completion of the program and participating on a local or national committee, you’ll get the chance to show off your new knowledge and skills at three sessions held during NAA’s Advocate, Apartmentalize and Assembly of Delegates.
Note: All selected applicants are responsible for their meeting registrations and all travel expenses. Check with your employers or NAA Affiliates as they may sponsor all or part of a regional appointed participant’s registration.
NAA also offers a limited number of exclusive registration fellowships, including complimentary program participation, so read your application carefully for that prompt.
Note: Nominated applicants must complete their own applications before the deadline.
Program Information
- Active NAA Membership
- Employed a minimum of one year in the rental housing industry
- Minimum two years of involvement in a volunteer role in an association or non-profit (industry or non-industry related), or Active Volunteer Involvement at an NAA Affiliate
- Military Service Documentation (if applicable)
- Updated resume
- Personal Statement
Selection
- Candidate selection is 1 candidate per NAA Region per 500,000 units. Regional Breakdown is as follows:
- Region 1: 2 Candidates
- Region 2: 1 Candidate
- Region 3: 3 Candidates
- Region 4: 3 Candidates
- Region 5: 1 Candidate
- Region 6: 6 Candidates
- Region 7: 3 Candidates
- Region 8: 1 Candidate
- Region 9: 3 Candidates
- Region 10: 1 Candidate
- Once the call for applications closes, all submitted applications will be shared with their region's Regional Vice President (RVP). The RVP will determine their region's candidate(s) for the Leadership Lyceum program.
- The Fellowship candidates (10) will be determined by NAA and NAAEI officers.
- In addition to the Regional and Fellowship candidates, two Supplier member candidates will be selected by the National Suppliers Council (NSC) officers.
Registration
NAA’s Leadership Lyceum is tuition-based. The cost to participate is $1,000. This non-refundable fee covers the program and administrative expenses. All selected candidates are responsible for their meeting registrations and travel expenses to attend the three in-person sessions held during NAA's Advocate, Apartmentalize, and the Assembly of Delegates Meetings.
Some employers or NAA Affiliates may also sponsor all or part of a regional appointed participant's registration. NAA is also offering a limited number of exclusive fellowships, including complimentary program participation, so read your application carefully for that prompt.
Fellowships Available
- Affiliate Executive Leader (1)
- Culturally Diverse Leaders (2)
- Emerging Leaders (4)
- Military Veteran Leader (1)
- National Suppliers Council Leader (1)
- Senior Corporate Leader (1)
Timeline
- September 1, 2025: Applications Open
- November 7, 2025: Applications Due
- January 6, 2026: Selected Applicants Notified
- January 31, 2026: Application Payments Due
- March 24, 2026: Session 1 - Advocate (Washington, DC)
- June 17, 2026: Session 2 - Apartmentalize (New Orleans, LA)
- November 11, 2026: Session 3 - Assembly of Delegates (Kansas City, MO)
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