The YP Leadership Program
A selective year-long experience built to elevate Oklahoma City's emerging leaders — through monthly sessions, community engagement, and access to top mentors.
Monthly sessions
Hands-on learning with top OKC leaders and mentors.
Cohort network
Build deep relationships with peer leaders across industries.
Personal growth
Sharpen leadership, communication, and influence.
Civic impact
Engage with the community and shape Oklahoma City.
Grow as a leader. Grow with the city.
The YP Leadership Program is designed to help emerging professionals grow as leaders while building a deeper connection to Oklahoma City and the opportunities within it. Whether you are early in your career, recently relocated to the city, or simply looking to strengthen your leadership foundation, this program provides a practical and engaging experience focused on personal growth, professional development, and community impact. Participants join a select cohort of peers who are equally motivated to learn, connect, and grow together.
Throughout the program, participants will explore core leadership topics such as communication, emotional intelligence, decision-making, professional presence, goal setting, teamwork, and leading through change. Sessions are led by respected business leaders, entrepreneurs, and community influencers who share real-world insights, lessons learned, and strategies that participants can immediately apply in their careers and personal lives. The program is intentionally designed to be interactive, allowing participants to ask questions, collaborate, and build confidence as leaders.
In addition to leadership development, the program also helps participants better understand Oklahoma City's business community, civic landscape, and the many ways they can become more involved. For those who are new to the city, it is an excellent way to build relationships and create a sense of belonging. For those already established, it offers a fresh opportunity to expand networks, sharpen leadership skills, and gain new perspectives. By the end of the program, participants leave with stronger connections, greater confidence, and tools to lead effectively wherever they serve.
What it's really like.
Inside the Leadership Program
What participants gain
Voices from the cohort
Leadership in action
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The full application is being finalized. In the meantime, share a little about yourself and we'll reach out with next steps as soon as applications open.
