About Leadership Arts Institute

Leadership Arts Institute (LAI) develops business leaders committed to fostering the arts. LAI alumni have served on more than 170 boards throughout the nation and internationally.

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+ Board Placement

Graduates of Leadership Arts Institute have the opportunity for placement on a regional nonprofit board. BCA facilitates a matching process between individuals and arts organizations.

For Leadership Arts Graduates

LAI graduates interested in board placement, please click below to review board profiles, or contact us to begin the process.

Review Board Profiles

For Arts Organizations

If you are an arts organization seeking talented and qualified board members, please click below to submit an updated board profile.

Request Board Members

+ Class Projects

Each Leadership Arts class plans and executes a project during their nine-month program. This project enables participants to practice leadership skills learned in class, gain leadership experience through service on a simulated board, learn about the community, and create a legacy that impacts North Texas.

 

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Participant Benefits:

  • Strengthen leadership skills

  • Learn best practices in nonprofit board leadership

  • Meet prominent business and arts leaders who advocate for the North Texas creative community

  • Access resources that promote thought leadership, creativity and innovation

  • Network with colleagues from a cross-section of businesses

  • Discover regional arts and cultural venues. Hear from their leaders first-hand

  • Strengthen the future of the creative economy in North Texas and beyond

Company Benefits:

  • Build leadership capabilities in high-potential team members

  • Promote equity, inclusion and diversity on nonprofit arts and culture boards

  • Participate in the network of North Texas business leaders who support the arts

Selection and Time Commitment

The program consists of 9 sessions. Classes begin in September and are held from 8:00 a.m. to noon at a variety of Dallas arts/culture venues.

Tuition

Tuition includes all materials, food service, event fees and a six-month membership in Leadership Arts Alumni. Leadership Arts Institute graduates may be placed on a regional arts and culture board if desired.

BCA Members: $2,150

Non-Members: $2,750

Scholarship

Limited scholarships are available for applicants in need. Contact the BCA office for further information.

Applications Are Closed for 2024-2025