The Leadership Development Academy is designed to develop visionary, service-oriented REALTOR® members for professional, civic and community leadership roles. The program, which runs from September to December of 2026, exposes a diverse cohort to a variety of topics through seminars, events and experiential learning sessions.

Working with professional leadership coaches, participants identify critical leadership skills and how to tap into their strengths as a leader – in their career and their community. The program also offers an overview of the significance of community involvement and insight into the leadership roles within a REALTOR® organization.

The Richmond Association of REALTORS® will be accepting applications for the 2026 Leadership Development Academy from June 1 to July 31, 2026. All RAR REALTOR® members are eligible to apply for the program. The LDA application includes questions about professional career experience, civic involvement and leadership aspirations. Each Leadership Development Academy class is limited to 18 qualified participants. Brokers are encouraged to nominate members of their firms who exhibit strong leadership potential. The participant fee is $525, which covers all registration fees and other expenses related to the program.

Questions? Contact programs@RARealtors.com.