About Leadership Arts Institute
Leadership Arts Institute (LAI) develops next-generation business leaders committed to fostering the arts. LAI alumni have served on more than 170 boards throughout the nation and internationally.
+ Board Placement
Graduates of Leadership Arts Institute have the opportunity for placement on a regional nonprofit board. BCA facilitates a matching process between individuals and arts organizations.
For Leadership Arts Graduates
LAI graduates interested in board placement, please click below to review board profiles, or contact us to begin the process.
For Arts Organizations
If you are an arts organization seeking talented and qualified board members, please click below to submit an updated board profile.
+ Class Projects
Each Leadership Arts class plans and executes a project during their nine-month program. This project enables participants to practice leadership skills learned in class, gain leadership experience through service on a simulated board, learn about the community, and create a legacy that impacts North Texas.
Learn more about the Class of 2023's Dallas class project and Collin & Denton class project, or click here to see projects from past years.
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Participant Benefits:
Strengthen leadership skills
Learn best practices in nonprofit board leadership
Meet prominent business and arts leaders who advocate for the North Texas creative community
Access resources that promote thought leadership, creativity and innovation
Network with colleagues from a cross-section of businesses
Discover regional arts and cultural venues. Hear from their leaders first-hand
Strengthen the future of the creative economy in North Texas and beyond
Company Benefits:
Build leadership capabilities in high-potential team members
Promote equity, inclusion and diversity on nonprofit arts and culture boards
Participate in the network of North Texas business leaders who support the arts
Selection and Time Commitment
The program consists of 9 sessions. Classes begin in September and are held from 8:00 a.m. to noon at a variety of arts/culture venues. Dallas County classes meet on the second Tuesday and Collin/Denton Counties meet the third Thursday of every month.
Tuition
Tuition includes all materials, food service, event fees and a six-month membership in Leadership Arts Alumni. Leadership Arts Institute graduates may be placed on a regional arts and culture board if desired.
BCA Members: $2,150
Non-Members: $2,750
Scholarship
Limited scholarships are available for applicants in need. Contact the BCA office for further information.
Application Deadline
Applications will open May 1