AAA Leadership Lyceum

What Participants Will Learn

Upon completion of the program, Leadership Lyceum graduates will be able to:

Understand Association Leadership

Develop a comprehensive understanding of the structure, mission, governance, and government affairs priorities of AAA, GAA, and NAA, while learning how association leadership advances the multifamily housing industry.

Strengthen Personal Leadership Skills

Apply key leadership principles—including DiSC insights, ethical leadership practices, and inclusive leadership strategies—to enhance personal effectiveness and support diverse teams.

Think Strategically

Distinguish between strategic and operational leadership roles, understand board governance and fiduciary responsibilities, and make informed, risk-aware decisions.

Define a Leadership Path

Reflect on program learnings to establish a personal leadership philosophy and identify meaningful opportunities for volunteer leadership and industry engagement.

Program Structure

The program consists of five interactive workshops. The first four sessions are held monthly at the AAA office in the spring and early summer, followed by a capstone experience during the GAA Annual Meeting in September. If you are selected as a member of the cohort, there is no cost to participate. Each cohort includes 8–12 participants, maintaining a balanced representation of Owner/Manager members and Associate members.

Who Should Apply?

Leadership Lyceum is ideal for multifamily professionals who:

• Aspire to grow into leadership roles within their company or the industry
• Want to become more engaged with AAA, GAA, and NAA
• Are interested in serving on committees, councils, or boards
• Seek to expand their professional network and industry knowledge
• Desire to strengthen their leadership and decision-making skills

In order to be eligible, applicants must: 

• Be employed by an organization which holds a current, active AAA membership
• Have been employed in the multifamily rental housing industry for a minimum of seven years
• Have been previously involved with the AAA, GAA, or NAA as a volunteer

Selection Process

• AAA will announce an open call for nominations through its newsletter and social media channels at the beginning of the year. Individuals may self-nominate or be nominated by others by completing and submitting the official nomination form.
• AAA staff will verify nominees’ interest and eligibility. Those who meet the criteria will be invited to submit additional application materials.
• Eligible nominees will provide a current résumé and a personal statement outlining their leadership philosophy, their commitment to advancing the multifamily housing industry, and their desire to participate in Association leadership.
• The Leadership Development committee, a sub-committee of the Board of Directors Education Committee, and invited guests will review applications and select participants.
• Participants will be selected based on the depth and breadth of their career experience, their level of engagement with AAA, GAA, and/or NAA, the strength and originality of their personal statement, and consideration of their organization's member type.