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It’s a can’t miss if you are truly serious about civic leadership and being a connected community partner.
Essential Class Alum

I always thought you needed a long track record professionally to make a difference. I now know all of us have much to offer.
Essential Class Alum

I’m excited and engaged and ready to have a say
about the issues in my community.
Essential Class Alum

Leadership Austin provides a unique and important role in educating and connecting the community.
Mark Williams, President, AISD Board of Trustees

Thanks to the Essential Class, I’m able to leverage resources to keep students learning at their highest potential.
Suki Steinhauser, Executive Director, Communities In Schools

Leadership Austin motivated me to put my skills
to work in community service.
Gena VanOsselaer, Executive Director, Austin Children's Shelter

Leadership Austin should be required for every
Central Texas citizen!
Julie Shannan, Deputy Director, Girlstart

The Emerge program is a gathering of community-minded, high-potential young professionals who want to build relationships and gain leadership skills to make a true difference in Central Texas. Emerge provides an exceptional opportunity to connect with other young leaders and develop the critical skills necessary for community leadership roles.

NEW! Congratulations to the 2009 Emerge Program participants!

Emerge 2009 is generously supported by Wells Fargo.

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