New Jersey Realtors® Leadership Academy
Develop leadership skills, build your network, and apply for New Jersey Realtors® Leadership Academy Class of 2025.
Leadership development is essential to improve the association and move New Jersey Realtors® forward. Through this academy, New Jersey Realtors® will identify emerging Realtor® leaders in the state, encourage them to grow as leaders with motivational activities, and help them sharpen their leadership skills. Graduates from the Class of 2025 will go on to help lead and exert a strong positive influence on the future of New Jersey Realtors® and the real estate profession in the Garden State. We encourage all aspiring local, state, and national Realtor® association leaders to apply.
Applications must be submitted, and letters of recommendation must be received by Dec. 16, 2024.
New Jersey Realtors® Leadership Academy is an eight-month-long program with five sessions. The 12 accepted applicants will develop unmatched skills in leadership, communication, public speaking, teamwork, and more. A $250 deposit is required to apply and anyone not accepted will be reimbursed.
Tuition for the accepted applicants will be $1,000.
The 2025 Sessions
Session One: Leveraging Your Leadership Style
February 10-11, 2025 – Tinton Falls
In Person
An introduction to the academy and an overview of the capstone team project participants will collaborate on during the program.
Session Two: Leading in an Organization
March 24-25, 2025 – Cape May Court House
In Person
Highlight the ins and outs of the Realtor® organization and how local, state, and the national association work together.
Session Three: Find Your Voice
May 5-6, 2025 – Cherry Hill
In Person
Help participants find their voice and develop the necessary public speaking skills required for a leadership role.
Session Four: Leading Yourself
July 14-15, 2025 – Saddle Brook
In Person
Learn to engage in more thoughtful conversations and interact with members while in a leadership role.
Touch Base: Virtual Meeting
September 18, 2025 – Virtual
Virtual
Touch base with the Class of 2025 before the final session.
Session Five: Grace and Grit Leadership
October 20-21, 2025 – Trenton
In Person
In the final session, participants will refine their goals and culminate their learning journey by presenting their capstone projects.
2025 Leadership Academy Graduation
December 9, 2025 – Atlantic City
In Person
The official graduation ceremony will be held at 2025 Realtors® Triple Play at New Jersey Realtors® Awards Session.
Application Requirements
- Complete the Application Form: Click here to complete the 2025 Leadership Academy Application form.
- Obtain Letters of Recommendation: Applicants are required to have one letter of recommendation. We recommend your local board/association Association Executive, your office manager, a mentor, or someone else you work closely with in the industry.
- Pay the Application Fee: There is a required $250 application fee, which will be used toward tuition if accepted. If you’re not accepted, you will receive a refund. The 2025 tuition is $1,000 which includes the five academy sessions, meals, activities, and overnight accommodations.
- Submit a Photo: Please include an updated photo of yourself with your application.
All applications must be submitted, and letters of recommendation must be received by Dec. 16, 2024, to be considered for the Class of 2025. Applicants will be notified via email of their application status in January. All sessions are mandatory to attend—please ensure you can attend each of the five sessions, virtual meeting, and graduation before applying.
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