Connecticut Professionals' Leadership Academy

A Landmark Program for Tomorrow's Leaders

The Connecticut Professionals’ Leadership Academy is a dynamic, cross-industry program designed to shape the next generation of bold, innovative leaders.

Bringing together high-performing professionals from the fields of architecture, finance and investment, law, accounting, and insurance, the Academy cultivates leadership skills, inspires fresh ideas, and builds powerful cross-profession connections.

Over six months, participants come together one day each month for immersive, high-impact sessions that elevate their leadership, fuel professional growth, and inspire them to drive meaningful change.

Participating organizations include:

• American Institute of Architects, Connecticut,
• CFA Society Hartford,
• Connecticut Bar Association,
• Connecticut Society of Certified Public Accountants,
• Connecticut Young Insurance Professionals, and
• Hartford County Bar Association.

Program Snapshot

• Duration: 6 months | 1 day/month
• Cost: Partner Members* – $600
  Allied Members** – $750
• Includes all six sessions, breakfast and lunch, 
  23 CPE credits and completion certificate 
  recognized by the Professional Partner Associations.
• Format: In-person workshops and networking
• Eligibility: Early- to mid-career professionals 
  who are members of the sponsoring associations
• Deadline: Apply by November 30, 2026
   

*Partner Member – A member of a state and/or nationally recognized 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(6) professional industry organization that contributes financially and programmatically to the CTPLA, and serves on the Steering Committee.

**Allied Member – A member of a locally recognized 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(6) professional industry organization whose industry complements those represented by CTPLA Partner Members. 

Learn more about the program from CTCPA Executive Director and CEO Bonnie Stewart.