AZTC Emerging Leaders Council

The Arizona Technology Council’s Emerging Leaders Council (ELC) is an exclusive, 18-month leadership development program designed for emerging leaders ages 25–39 who are ready to take the next step toward executive leadership and board service within Arizona’s technology ecosystem.

Each year, just 10–15 high-potential professionals are selected for this prestigious cohort, gaining access to board readiness training, strategic leadership development and unparalleled networking opportunities with Council leadership and C-suite executives across Arizona’s thriving technology community.

This is not an entrepreneurship program; it’s a professional leadership development experience built to prepare the next generation of tech leaders to make an impact at the highest levels.

Who Should Apply

The AZTC Emerging Leaders Council is designed for:

• Rising professionals ages 25–39 working in Arizona’s technology sector or related industries.
• Aspiring leaders who demonstrate initiative, integrity and a commitment to professional growth.
• Individuals seeking to build executive competencies and prepare for future board or senior leadership roles.

If you’re passionate about leadership and shaping Arizona’s tech future, this program is for you.

For Arizona Technology Council Member Leaders

Are you a senior leader, executive or manager within your organization?
We invite you to identify and nominate promising emerging leaders from your team to participate in this program. Nominating a colleague is an impactful way to invest in your company’s talent pipeline and Arizona’s next generation of technology leadership.

Program Highlights

• Quarterly Core Meetings
  Deep-dive into critical leadership topics, including fiduciary responsibilities, strategic planning and executive presence.

• Signature In-Person Events
  Participate in a Leadership Summit and an Innovation Showcase designed to strengthen leadership skills and expand executive networks.

• Monthly Virtual Touchpoints
  Stay engaged with peer mentoring sessions, skills workshops and ongoing development opportunities.

Why Join?

Graduates of the AZTC Emerging Leaders Council will:

• Build lasting connections with fellow emerging leaders and senior executives.

• Gain the executive competencies needed to accelerate their careers.

• Contribute meaningfully to Arizona’s continued growth as a national technology hub.

Participation Pricing

• Companies with less than 50 employees: $500/participant
• Companies with 51-99 employees: $750/participant
• Companies with 100+ employees: $1,000/participant

Be Part of the Future

The AZTC Emerging Leaders Council is more than a program, it’s a career-defining opportunity to grow, connect and lead.

If you’re an emerging leader aged 25–39 ready to elevate your leadership journey, or a Council member leader ready to champion the next generation by nominating a rising star, we invite you to join us.

Applications due by November 21, 2025

APPLY FOR THE AZTC EMERGING LEADERS COUNCIL. To learn more, please email Diana White at [email protected].

Ready to apply now or are you a leader in your organization who would like to nominate a colleague?

Please complete the candidate application and organizational referral below and email both documents to Diana White by November 21, 2025. 

Emerging Leaders Council Application

Emerging Leaders Council Organizational Referral