Fortify Your Leadership in the Face of Today’s Challenges
Each year, a select group of senior local government leaders gathers in Gettysburg to explore powerful, real-world leadership lessons drawn from history. This immersive, site-specific institute connects lessons from the past to today’s most pressing leadership challenges.
Program Details: Application Deadline is April 21, 2026
Dates: June 17–19, 2026
Can't make the June session? Sign up for September!
Location: Gettysburg National Park, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
Cost: Member: $1,795 | Nonmember: $1,995
Why Gettysburg?
The Battle of Gettysburg marked a turning point in U.S. history—and remains one of the most powerful case studies in leadership. Through guided exploration of the battlefield, expert interpretation, and structured discussions, you’ll gain practical insights into strategy, communication, adaptability, and organizational dynamics that translate directly to your work today.
Join us to walk the ground where history was made—and leave better prepared to lead in your own organization.
What You’ll Experience:
Over three days, you will:
Explore timeless leadership lessons and apply them to the challenges facing your organization today.
Examine the complexity of the Battle of Gettysburg—from command structures to communication strategies—and uncover insights for modern decision-making, team building, and planning.
Study both effective and ineffective leadership in high-stakes environments.
Learn how to lead with clarity, adapt under pressure, and make the most of available resources.
Engage alongside peers in meaningful discussions on leadership, organizational effectiveness, and resilience.
Who Should Attend:
This program is designed for leaders who:
Want to inspire confidence, decisiveness, and purpose within their teams.
Are focused on building trust and strengthening team cohesion.
Value flexibility and resilience as essential leadership traits.
Are looking to grow and refine their leadership capabilities.
Have faced—or want to prepare for—community challenges and crisis situations.