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Valley Leadership™ is committed to empowering every Arizonan to lead. Get to know our programs!

77th AZLY

We're excited to celebrate Cindy McCain & Derrick Hall at the 77th Arizona Leaders of the Year! Get your tickets today for the Awards Reception on November 12, 2026.

Empowering People Who Get Things Done for Arizona

Are you ready to make a difference? When you say yes, we’ll take you on a journey. It starts with learning and development to help you build a foundation to better understand yourself, your leadership skills and the issues facing Arizona. You’ll then have the opportunity to put your leadership to the test and take action on the most pressing issues facing our state through Impact Maker™. 

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Leadership Programming

We’ve been strengthening Arizona leaders for over 45 years. How we prepare leaders is guided by our Principles of Doing®, a leadership framework that shapes our programs and experiences across Arizona. And no matter how you engage with us, you’ll come away with new skills and experiences, new connections, broader perspective, and a personal plan for how you’ll make a difference going forward.

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Impact Maker™

We launched Impact Maker™ as a collaborative space to solve challenges together, with a commitment to long-term change that strengthens Arizona. We invite all Valley Leadership™ alumni to support and join this effort, working with community champions and experts to create and execute thoughtful, strategic solutions to issues that matter most to Arizona. 

What’s Happening at VL

Cindy McCain and Derrick Hall have been named the 77th Arizona Leaders of the Year, formerly known as Man & Woman of the Year. Through their leadership in humanitarian service, business, sports and philanthropy, McCain and Hall have brought people together, strengthened communities and made a lasting impact in Arizona and beyond.
107 Arizonans are joining Catalyze Class 6, our six-month foundational leadership development program. Participants will strengthen their leadership skills, explore the issues shaping Arizona and build relationships across sectors and communities. Learn how this diverse cohort is preparing to create meaningful impact across the state.
Valley Leadership’s 2025–2026 Impact Report highlights a year of growth and action through Catalyze, Explore and Impact Maker. From developing Arizona leaders to advancing literacy, connecting families with resources and supporting recovery-friendly workplaces statewide.

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