Regional Land Use Leadership Institute

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

ULI Washington is one of ULI’s largest District Councils worldwide, with 2,500 members. We welcome membership and participation from individuals who share our commitment to responsible land use to sustain the growth and prosperity of the National Capital region. The opportunity to influence local land use policy remains the focus and achievement of ULI Washington.

The mission of ULI Washington’s Regional Land Use Leadership Institute is to provide a powerful local resource to raise awareness and strengthen collaboration among real estate industry and business leaders from all sectors to tackle the National Capital Area’s complex land use issues. The Regional Land Use Leadership Institute helps develop tomorrow’s leaders who share the ULI’s mission. Throughout the nine- month program, the 30 participants enjoy a mix of lectures and experiences in which they collaborate with real estate, business, and public sector professionals in learning about the region and the complex issues confronting it.

“The ULI Washington Regional Leadership Institute was an incredibly important part of my professional development. Not only did I learn about some of the most innovative projects and practices in the region, but I also established relationships with other professionals

in land use, architecture and development that have carried on to this day.”

Gwen Wright, Planning Director for Montgomery County

Leadership Institute Class of 2012

Leadership Institute is a nine-month program that requires a significant time commitment. Current plans estimate 6-8 hours each month of programming, including a hybrid of virtual and in-person opportunities. The program will adapt as regulations around in-person events evolve. In addition to the program days, participants will complete a small group capstone project focused on land use and real estate recommendations for a regional land use challenge. The Class of 2020 presented recommendations for improving access and economic vitality around the Friendship Heights Metro to WMATA, DC and Maryland planning officials.

Currently, the program day topics and dates are as follow:

September 17, 2020- Virtual Session- The Region in Context
October 2020- Virtual Session- Leadership Training and Transportation + Infrastructure
November 2020-Virtual Session- Finance + Development Process
December 2020- Virtual Sessions- Leadership Training and Housing + Affordability
January 2021- Virtual Sessions- Leadership Training and Trends + Innovation
February 2021- Leadership Training and Health+ Livability
March 2021- Leadership Training and Placemaking + Design
April 2021- Leadership Training and Resiliency + The Built Environment
May 20, 2021- Graduation

Here is the Class Directory 20-21. More information to come about the FY21’s Leadership Institute year.

APPLICANT CRITERIA

Be an emerging leader. This program is primarily for professionals who are poised to assume leadership positions in their organization or profession in the near future.
Have a minimum of 7 years of professional experience in the for-profit, non-profit, or public sector in the real estate industry or related fields, including development, housing, architecture, planning, government, transportation, finance, or sustainability. Applicants from associate sectors such as health care, the arts, education, and public safety, are encouraged to apply.
Possess a Bachelor’s degree or higher.
Be fully committed to the program. The Leadership Institute will require a significant time commitment. Right now, the program is planned to provide 6-8 hours each month of programming. We hope to provide a hybrid of virtual and in-person programs. The program will adapt as regulations around in-person events evolve.
The selection committee strives to create a diverse cohort with representation from a variety of sectors, disciplines, races, and gender.