2026-2027 Emerging Leaders Institute

The ACEC Virginia Emerging Leaders Institute is a premier training program designed to expand participants' understanding of key business practices essential to navigating the engineering industry. This program provides emerging leaders with a unique opportunity to explore critical topics not typically covered in academic or technical training but vital for a firm's growth and long-term success.

Taught by industry leaders and business experts, the Emerging Leaders Institute equips participants with the skills and insights needed to enhance their value within their firms and the engineering profession. The program is limited to 30 participants and is tailored for professionals with approximately ten years of experience across various disciplines.

Click here for the 2026-2027 ELI Brochure

An Investment in the Future

The investment for the Emerging Leaders Institute is $2,650 for ACEC Virginia members and $5,000 for non-members. This fee includes:

• Registration for all ELP sessions
• Registration for the Engineering Excellence Awards Gala & Annual Conference
• Plated lunch and etiquette session
• Course materials, meals, and refreshment breaks

Participants who complete the program will earn a leadership training certificate and be recognized at the 2027 ACEC Virginia Summer Conference, to be held at Hotel Roanoke from June 9-11, 2027. The program provides up to 41 Professional Development Hours (PDHs).

Please note: Travel, overnight accommodations, and optional activities are the responsibility of the participant or their firm.

Register no later than September 4, 2026

Enrollment Fee:

ACEC Virginia Membership Fee: $2,650

Non-Member Fee: $5,000

Includes: Instructional Materials, up to 41 PDH's, Seated lunch and Etiquette Session, EEA Gala Registration, Annual Conference Registration, Breakfast/lunch and snacks for each session

 Program Agenda