LEAP Flagship

Developing leaders in the age of AI and disruption, in partnership with

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A transformational leadership experience for senior executives, built by global leaders to close the leadership gap.

Trusted by some of the world’s top brands, LEAP Flagship helps organizations future-proof their top talent to lead confidently through disruption and AI-driven change. Built by today’s top CMOs and industry visionaries, it develops culture-shaping leaders who thrive through uncertainty, delivering both personal growth and organizational impact.

January - March 2026

A three-day in-person immersion, four virtual sessions and 1:1 mentorship.

$20k per seat

Proven ROI through retention, stronger leadership pipelines and business impact.

350+ Leaders Since 2020

Alumni continue to strengthen teams and shape company culture.

Lessons Taught by Esteemed Presidents, CEOs & CMOs

Anton Vincent

Anton Vincent
President, Mars Wrigley, North America & Global Ice Cream

Antonio Lucio

Antonio Lucio
CMO & Corporate Affairs Officer, HP

Clive Sirkin

Clive Sirkin
former Chief Growth Officer, Kellogg Company and Kimberly-Clark

Deborah Wahl

Deborah Wahl
former Global CMO, GM, Cadillac and McDonald’s

Greg Welch

Greg Welch
Partner, Spencer Stuart

Jeff Jones

Jeff Jones
President and CEO, H&R Block

John Iwata

Jon Iwata
former CBO, IBM; Executive Fellow, Yale SOM

Rebecca Messina

Rebecca Messina
former Global CMO, Uber and Beam Suntory

Rishad Tobaccowala-1

Rishad Tobaccowala
Author, Futurist, former Chief Strategist, Publicis Groupe

Rudy Wilson

Rudy Wilson
former President, SC Johnson

Tiffany R. Warren

Tiffany R. Warren
EVP, CDIO, Sony Music Group

“LEAP was the most actionable leadership training I have ever attended because it connected on both an intellectual and emotional level.”
SVP of Marketing, Citi
"By far the best executive leadership experience that I’ve attended. The holistic approach to uncovering gaps, sharpening skills, and blending EQ and IQ stimuli was invaluable to my career growth."
VP, Content and Growth, Sirius XM and Pandora
“We’ve had 17 leaders go through LEAP, each who brought back instrumental new skills for leading their teams."
Fortune 500 CMO, client since 2022
“Truly the most refreshing and honest leadership course I've been a part of to date.”
Head of Marketing - Arcadia, Snap Inc.

A Two-Part Immersive Journey

A 3-day in-person experience with The Aspen Institute focused on reflective, grounded leadership, combined with a 4-week virtual journey led by global C-suite leaders focused on future-ready skills.

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Personalized Development

Each participant is carefully matched with a senior C-suite mentor who provides dedicated, one-on-one coaching tailored to their growth goals.

Individualized Guidance
Three, 1:1 Sessions
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A Diverse Peer Community 

By engaging with a diverse executive cohort, participants gain fresh insights, innovative ideas, and a broader perspective that fuels both personal and organizational growth.

Built-in Network
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Turning learning into lasting impact

Leaders leave with a customized action and accountability plan that ensure lessons are applied in the real-world—driving measurable progress for themselves, their teams, and their organization.

Personalized Handbook
Peer Accountability
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In-person Immersion at Carmel Valley Ranch

To kick off the experience, we'll spend three days with the Aspen Institute at Carmel Valley Ranch, a coastal mountain retreat just two hours south of San Francisco. Its relaxed luxury and awe-inspiring landscape create the ideal setting for reflection, connection, and breakthrough leadership.

Equipping leaders for the now, while preparing them for what's next.

Designed for Today’s World

Addresses real-world leadership challenges and outcomes.

Focuses on the Whole Leader

From personal, self-reflection to sharpening future-focused skills, LEAP is designed to serve the whole individual.

Builds Future-proofed Skills

Equips leaders to thrive through AI transformation and the accelerated pace of innovation.

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Supportive Network of Peers to Accelerate Growth

Program participants will join a cross-industry community of peers supporting their growth, offering fresh perspectives and helping to expand their network and personal board of directors.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the program designed for?

Sales, Marketing and Communications executives with 15+ years of experience (10+ years leading teams). Small groups are curated based on role, experience level and leadership goals. 

What is the program's format?

LEAP is a comprehensive and immersive leadership development experience spanning eight weeks with a dedicated three days in person with the Aspen Institute in Carmel Valley Ranch, CA, followed by a four-week virtual sprint (four hours per week). Participants will also have three 1:1 mentor sessions over the course of the program.

What is the cost?

$20K per person which includes the eight-week program, three 1:1 mentor sessions and access to the LEAP community platform for connecting with peers, access to exclusive resources and more. 

What is the timing for the next program?

The next LEAP Flagship program will take place January to March 2026.

Who are the participating executives?

The cross-industry class is made up of approximately 40 marketing executives from some of the world's most recognized and fastest-growing brands. Past and current participating executives come from Google, HP, PepsiCo, Verizon, StateFarm, Target, DoorDash, Chime, e.l.f. Beauty and more.

Interested in LEAP for yourself or your leaders?