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Florida Realtors Leadership Academy: 2026 Class
The Florida Realtors® Leadership Academy is an intensive, year-long program designed to develop emerging leaders by equipping them with the tools to get involved, make an impact, grow their businesses and strengthen their leadership abilities.
Throughout the program, participants engage in a combination of classroom learning, independent study and group sessions. Coursework includes team-building exercises, goal setting, networking strategies and communication development.
The academy also provides a behind-the-scenes look at how Florida Realtors operates. Many of the principles that guide its volunteer leadership can be applied to participants’ own businesses and everyday decision-making. Graduates leave the program with the knowledge, skills and confidence to succeed as leaders within Florida Realtors®.
Throughout the year, students will learn in a classroom as well as through independent study and group sessions. Work includes team-building exercises, goal-setting, networking techniques and communication development.
The academy offers a unique opportunity to see how the Florida Realtors association operates. Many of the principles that guide the volunteer leadership teams also help students run their businesses and make decisions that affect their everyday lives. Graduates will be equipped with the knowledge, skills and confidence to excel as a Florida Realtors leader.
Applications for the 2027 Leadership Academy are being accepted through November 15, 2026.
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Is the Leadership Academy right for you?
You're a strong candidate to apply if you have volunteered with a local Realtor® association, Florida Realtors, or the National Association of Realtors®. Please note that the Leadership Academy class is limited to a maximum of 15 participants each year.
What are the time commitments?
The 2027 schedule:
- Attend education sessions in Orlando: March 9-11, 2027, (two overnight stays); April 13-14, 2027, (one overnight stay); August 23-24, 2027, (in conjunction with the Florida Realtors Annual Convention & Trade Expo, one overnight stay), and Oct. 20-21, 2027 (one overnight stay).
- Attend Great American Realtor Days (one overnight stay) in Tallahassee from March 3-4, 2027 (dates tentative).
- Attend the August Florida Realtors Board of Directors Meeting as a guest.
- Serve on at least one Florida Realtors committee in 2028
How much does it cost?
The tuition fee is $1,450. The fee includes all training sessions, lunches, overnight accommodations during sessions, and instructional materials. It doesn't cover transportation or parking to and from training locations, lodging during Great American Realtor Days or any incidental expenses that may arise during sessions or field activities.
How to apply
The online application will open on July 1, 2026, and close on November 15, 2026. To be considered for the 2027 Florida Realtors Leadership Academy, applicants must:
- You must have either completed at least one state-level committee with Florida Realtors within the past two years or served on its Board of Directors during that time.
- Submit responses to several essay questions describing their professional experience and community volunteer involvement.
- Provide a current resume and headshot photo.
- Obtain a letter of recommendation from the CEO or Association Executive of their local association of Realtors.
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If you have questions, please contact Dana Bricker, Professional Development Project Specialist and Leadership Academy Administrator, at danab@floridarealtors.org or call 407.587.1479.