Valley Leadership
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What could Prop 144 mean for Arizona’s elections? 🗳️
Join VL, Jennifer Marson and Bill Gates for a nonpartisan webinar exploring the proposal and what a “Yes” or “No” vote would mean.
📅 Oct. 15 | 12:30–1:30 p.m. AZ time
Register 👉 vleads.org/prop144webinar
Join VL, Jennifer Marson and Bill Gates for a nonpartisan webinar exploring the proposal and what a “Yes” or “No” vote would mean.
📅 Oct. 15 | 12:30–1:30 p.m. AZ time
Register 👉 vleads.org/prop144webinar
October 1, 2026 at 6:06 PM
What could Prop 144 mean for Arizona’s elections? 🗳️
Join VL, Jennifer Marson and Bill Gates for a nonpartisan webinar exploring the proposal and what a “Yes” or “No” vote would mean.
📅 Oct. 15 | 12:30–1:30 p.m. AZ time
Register 👉 vleads.org/prop144webinar
Join VL, Jennifer Marson and Bill Gates for a nonpartisan webinar exploring the proposal and what a “Yes” or “No” vote would mean.
📅 Oct. 15 | 12:30–1:30 p.m. AZ time
Register 👉 vleads.org/prop144webinar
How can employers make it easier to ask for help? 🙋
Our team joined CFMA and Arizona Builders Alliance for a panel on reducing opioid stigma, supporting recovery and maintaining workplace safety.
The takeaways reach beyond construction. Watch 👇 vleads.org/cfmaabavlpanel
Our team joined CFMA and Arizona Builders Alliance for a panel on reducing opioid stigma, supporting recovery and maintaining workplace safety.
The takeaways reach beyond construction. Watch 👇 vleads.org/cfmaabavlpanel
Building Recovery-Ready Workplaces: Opioid Business Toolkit Panel
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September 24, 2026 at 7:01 PM
How can employers make it easier to ask for help? 🙋
Our team joined CFMA and Arizona Builders Alliance for a panel on reducing opioid stigma, supporting recovery and maintaining workplace safety.
The takeaways reach beyond construction. Watch 👇 vleads.org/cfmaabavlpanel
Our team joined CFMA and Arizona Builders Alliance for a panel on reducing opioid stigma, supporting recovery and maintaining workplace safety.
The takeaways reach beyond construction. Watch 👇 vleads.org/cfmaabavlpanel
Last week, we launched “Unpack the Props: A Ballot Party Host Guide” with @arizonatalks.org! 🗳️
Use the guide to break down statewide propositions and lead constructive, nonpartisan conversations before casting your ballot. #UnpackTheProps
Download it 👇 vleads.org/unpacktheprops
Use the guide to break down statewide propositions and lead constructive, nonpartisan conversations before casting your ballot. #UnpackTheProps
Download it 👇 vleads.org/unpacktheprops
Unpack the Props: Ballot Party Host Guide - Impact Maker
Browse the ways to engage in Impact Maker: Apply for Catalyze, Become a Team Member or Become a Contributor.
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September 22, 2026 at 9:06 PM
Last week, we launched “Unpack the Props: A Ballot Party Host Guide” with @arizonatalks.org! 🗳️
Use the guide to break down statewide propositions and lead constructive, nonpartisan conversations before casting your ballot. #UnpackTheProps
Download it 👇 vleads.org/unpacktheprops
Use the guide to break down statewide propositions and lead constructive, nonpartisan conversations before casting your ballot. #UnpackTheProps
Download it 👇 vleads.org/unpacktheprops
We're excited to announce Ambassador Cindy McCain & Derrick Hall as the 77th Arizona Leaders of the Year! ✨
They were selected for their commitment to AZ, success in bringing people together & ability to turn ideas into action. Learn more 👉 vleads.org/77AZLYevent
They were selected for their commitment to AZ, success in bringing people together & ability to turn ideas into action. Learn more 👉 vleads.org/77AZLYevent
September 17, 2026 at 5:08 PM
We're excited to announce Ambassador Cindy McCain & Derrick Hall as the 77th Arizona Leaders of the Year! ✨
They were selected for their commitment to AZ, success in bringing people together & ability to turn ideas into action. Learn more 👉 vleads.org/77AZLYevent
They were selected for their commitment to AZ, success in bringing people together & ability to turn ideas into action. Learn more 👉 vleads.org/77AZLYevent
As Class 6 continues to move through the first weeks of the program, we’re excited to share the full photo gallery from the evening that started it all. 📸
Take a look 👉 vleads.org/cat6kickoffp...
Take a look 👉 vleads.org/cat6kickoffp...
September 10, 2026 at 5:36 PM
As Class 6 continues to move through the first weeks of the program, we’re excited to share the full photo gallery from the evening that started it all. 📸
Take a look 👉 vleads.org/cat6kickoffp...
Take a look 👉 vleads.org/cat6kickoffp...
VL’s Civic Engagement Impact Team is launching Unpack the Props: A Ballot Party Host Guide at Arizona Talks on Sept. 15! Hear stories and data on election issues and pick up a guide to discussing November’s ballot propositions. 🗳️
Register: vleads.org/issuesthatma...
Register: vleads.org/issuesthatma...
The Issues That Matter
A Nonpartisan Look at Arizona's 2026 General Election Ballot
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September 9, 2026 at 7:57 PM
VL’s Civic Engagement Impact Team is launching Unpack the Props: A Ballot Party Host Guide at Arizona Talks on Sept. 15! Hear stories and data on election issues and pick up a guide to discussing November’s ballot propositions. 🗳️
Register: vleads.org/issuesthatma...
Register: vleads.org/issuesthatma...
We're grateful for our partners at ASU's W. P. Carey School of Business & Thunderbird School of Global Management and the great opportunities they offer VL alumni, including scholarships of up to $40,000 towards graduate programs. 👏
Join our upcoming webinar to learn more 👉 vleads.org/wptboct26
Join our upcoming webinar to learn more 👉 vleads.org/wptboct26
September 8, 2026 at 5:10 PM
We're grateful for our partners at ASU's W. P. Carey School of Business & Thunderbird School of Global Management and the great opportunities they offer VL alumni, including scholarships of up to $40,000 towards graduate programs. 👏
Join our upcoming webinar to learn more 👉 vleads.org/wptboct26
Join our upcoming webinar to learn more 👉 vleads.org/wptboct26
Real impact happens when digital tools meet boots-on-the-ground leadership. Our Impact Team Members recently distributed cold water while connecting neighbors to Just Ask Mia and free Lyft rides to official cooling centers!
Read more 👉 vleads.org/mialyft
Read more 👉 vleads.org/mialyft
September 3, 2026 at 5:32 PM
Real impact happens when digital tools meet boots-on-the-ground leadership. Our Impact Team Members recently distributed cold water while connecting neighbors to Just Ask Mia and free Lyft rides to official cooling centers!
Read more 👉 vleads.org/mialyft
Read more 👉 vleads.org/mialyft
Last night, 107 Arizonans kicked off Catalyze Class 6! 🌵 Thank you to Reyna Montoya and ASU President Michael Crow for inspiring the class to think boldly about leadership and Arizona’s future.
Meet the class 👉 vleads.org/cat6launch
Meet the class 👉 vleads.org/cat6launch
August 27, 2026 at 8:59 PM
Last night, 107 Arizonans kicked off Catalyze Class 6! 🌵 Thank you to Reyna Montoya and ASU President Michael Crow for inspiring the class to think boldly about leadership and Arizona’s future.
Meet the class 👉 vleads.org/cat6launch
Meet the class 👉 vleads.org/cat6launch
Last week, Impact Maker leaders came together for our annual retreat to connect, collaborate & look ahead. 🌵🤝
Leaders across our Impact Teams shared ideas and explored new ways to work together to create greater impact across Arizona.
📸 See the highlights! 👉https://vleads.org/imretreat26
Leaders across our Impact Teams shared ideas and explored new ways to work together to create greater impact across Arizona.
📸 See the highlights! 👉https://vleads.org/imretreat26
August 25, 2026 at 10:12 PM
Last week, Impact Maker leaders came together for our annual retreat to connect, collaborate & look ahead. 🌵🤝
Leaders across our Impact Teams shared ideas and explored new ways to work together to create greater impact across Arizona.
📸 See the highlights! 👉https://vleads.org/imretreat26
Leaders across our Impact Teams shared ideas and explored new ways to work together to create greater impact across Arizona.
📸 See the highlights! 👉https://vleads.org/imretreat26
It was great to see so many faces and cross-team collaboration last night at our annual Impact Maker Retreat! Congratulations to the three winning teams of our pitch competition:
💡 Most Innovative: Team #1
👏 Most Realistic: Team #8
🙌 Biggest Potential Impact: Team #7
💡 Most Innovative: Team #1
👏 Most Realistic: Team #8
🙌 Biggest Potential Impact: Team #7
August 20, 2026 at 8:22 PM
It was great to see so many faces and cross-team collaboration last night at our annual Impact Maker Retreat! Congratulations to the three winning teams of our pitch competition:
💡 Most Innovative: Team #1
👏 Most Realistic: Team #8
🙌 Biggest Potential Impact: Team #7
💡 Most Innovative: Team #1
👏 Most Realistic: Team #8
🙌 Biggest Potential Impact: Team #7
Understanding yourself. Expanding your perspective. Taking action for Arizona. 🌵
Catalyze Class 5, VL’s largest yet, brought together 134 graduates from 21 cities for 4,500+ hours of learning and connection. 🤝
Explore our Impact Report 👉 vleads.org/2526vlimpact...
Catalyze Class 5, VL’s largest yet, brought together 134 graduates from 21 cities for 4,500+ hours of learning and connection. 🤝
Explore our Impact Report 👉 vleads.org/2526vlimpact...
August 19, 2026 at 3:50 PM
Understanding yourself. Expanding your perspective. Taking action for Arizona. 🌵
Catalyze Class 5, VL’s largest yet, brought together 134 graduates from 21 cities for 4,500+ hours of learning and connection. 🤝
Explore our Impact Report 👉 vleads.org/2526vlimpact...
Catalyze Class 5, VL’s largest yet, brought together 134 graduates from 21 cities for 4,500+ hours of learning and connection. 🤝
Explore our Impact Report 👉 vleads.org/2526vlimpact...
At VL, our leaders are Driven to Do and turn ideas into action. 💥
Last year, 133 Impact Maker Team Members helped connect 8,000+ Arizonans with resources, expand literacy efforts and advance solutions to AZ's most pressing issues.
Learn more 👉 vleads.org/2526vlimpact...
Last year, 133 Impact Maker Team Members helped connect 8,000+ Arizonans with resources, expand literacy efforts and advance solutions to AZ's most pressing issues.
Learn more 👉 vleads.org/2526vlimpact...
August 19, 2026 at 3:27 PM
At VL, our leaders are Driven to Do and turn ideas into action. 💥
Last year, 133 Impact Maker Team Members helped connect 8,000+ Arizonans with resources, expand literacy efforts and advance solutions to AZ's most pressing issues.
Learn more 👉 vleads.org/2526vlimpact...
Last year, 133 Impact Maker Team Members helped connect 8,000+ Arizonans with resources, expand literacy efforts and advance solutions to AZ's most pressing issues.
Learn more 👉 vleads.org/2526vlimpact...
Great leadership begins by listening, learning & experiencing Arizona firsthand. 🌵
Explore Class 5 traveled 1,794 miles, visited 10 cities & connected with 100+ community partners.
See the impact in our 2025–2026 Impact Report 👉 vleads.org/2526vlimpact...
Explore Class 5 traveled 1,794 miles, visited 10 cities & connected with 100+ community partners.
See the impact in our 2025–2026 Impact Report 👉 vleads.org/2526vlimpact...
August 13, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Great leadership begins by listening, learning & experiencing Arizona firsthand. 🌵
Explore Class 5 traveled 1,794 miles, visited 10 cities & connected with 100+ community partners.
See the impact in our 2025–2026 Impact Report 👉 vleads.org/2526vlimpact...
Explore Class 5 traveled 1,794 miles, visited 10 cities & connected with 100+ community partners.
See the impact in our 2025–2026 Impact Report 👉 vleads.org/2526vlimpact...
A year of growth, connection and action for Arizona. 🌵
Our 2025–2026 Impact Report celebrates a growing network of Arizonans turning leadership into meaningful action through Catalyze, Explore & Impact Maker.
Explore the report 👉 vleads.org/2526vlimpact...
Our 2025–2026 Impact Report celebrates a growing network of Arizonans turning leadership into meaningful action through Catalyze, Explore & Impact Maker.
Explore the report 👉 vleads.org/2526vlimpact...
2025-2026 Valley Leadership Impact Report - Valley Leadership™
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 familie...
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August 11, 2026 at 6:25 PM
A year of growth, connection and action for Arizona. 🌵
Our 2025–2026 Impact Report celebrates a growing network of Arizonans turning leadership into meaningful action through Catalyze, Explore & Impact Maker.
Explore the report 👉 vleads.org/2526vlimpact...
Our 2025–2026 Impact Report celebrates a growing network of Arizonans turning leadership into meaningful action through Catalyze, Explore & Impact Maker.
Explore the report 👉 vleads.org/2526vlimpact...
In recognition of #OverdoseAwarenessDay, we're joining National Safety Council for a webinar exploring how the opioid crisis affects workplaces & what employers can do to strengthen safety culture & support employees.
📅 August 25 @ 11am AZ Time
💻 Register Today 👉 vleads.org/ncstoolkit
📅 August 25 @ 11am AZ Time
💻 Register Today 👉 vleads.org/ncstoolkit
Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Creating Safer Workplaces: Reducing Overdose Risk Through Recovery Supportive Practices. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about join...
In recognition of International Overdose Awareness Day, join us to learn how employers can reduce overdose risk and build safer, recovery supportive workplaces. This session will highlight the OUD Bus...
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August 5, 2026 at 7:49 PM
In recognition of #OverdoseAwarenessDay, we're joining National Safety Council for a webinar exploring how the opioid crisis affects workplaces & what employers can do to strengthen safety culture & support employees.
📅 August 25 @ 11am AZ Time
💻 Register Today 👉 vleads.org/ncstoolkit
📅 August 25 @ 11am AZ Time
💻 Register Today 👉 vleads.org/ncstoolkit
Meeting people where they are to build a stronger AZ 🌵 Our Just Ask Mia® Impact Maker Team connected families, case managers and community leaders with vital local resources at two community events.
See how Mia makes finding resources easier 👉 justaskmia.org
See how Mia makes finding resources easier 👉 justaskmia.org
August 4, 2026 at 5:37 PM
Meeting people where they are to build a stronger AZ 🌵 Our Just Ask Mia® Impact Maker Team connected families, case managers and community leaders with vital local resources at two community events.
See how Mia makes finding resources easier 👉 justaskmia.org
See how Mia makes finding resources easier 👉 justaskmia.org
As Explore Class 5 wraps up, our participants are reflecting on how the program challenged their beliefs, sparked personal growth, and deepened their commitment to our state.
Swipe through to read firsthand what it means to be part of the Explore cohort.
Swipe through to read firsthand what it means to be part of the Explore cohort.
July 27, 2026 at 9:51 PM
As Explore Class 5 wraps up, our participants are reflecting on how the program challenged their beliefs, sparked personal growth, and deepened their commitment to our state.
Swipe through to read firsthand what it means to be part of the Explore cohort.
Swipe through to read firsthand what it means to be part of the Explore cohort.
To wrap up their experience, our Explore Class 5 cohort used creative collages to capture their journeys.
Explore is a unique Valley Leadership experience showing firsthand how deeply intertwined our state’s issues and regions truly are.
Watch for applications opening in the fall!
Explore is a unique Valley Leadership experience showing firsthand how deeply intertwined our state’s issues and regions truly are.
Watch for applications opening in the fall!
July 20, 2026 at 10:25 PM
To wrap up their experience, our Explore Class 5 cohort used creative collages to capture their journeys.
Explore is a unique Valley Leadership experience showing firsthand how deeply intertwined our state’s issues and regions truly are.
Watch for applications opening in the fall!
Explore is a unique Valley Leadership experience showing firsthand how deeply intertwined our state’s issues and regions truly are.
Watch for applications opening in the fall!
The Opioid Stigma Reduction Impact Maker Team is bringing together leaders to reduce stigma and support recovery in practical ways.
Learn how this work is turning into concrete steps that community leaders can take to support those impacted by substance use disorder.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=SEM5...
Learn how this work is turning into concrete steps that community leaders can take to support those impacted by substance use disorder.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=SEM5...
Opioid Settlement Valley Leadership
YouTube video by Maricopa County
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July 15, 2026 at 4:01 PM
The Opioid Stigma Reduction Impact Maker Team is bringing together leaders to reduce stigma and support recovery in practical ways.
Learn how this work is turning into concrete steps that community leaders can take to support those impacted by substance use disorder.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=SEM5...
Learn how this work is turning into concrete steps that community leaders can take to support those impacted by substance use disorder.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=SEM5...
From Yuma to the Navajo Nation, Explore Class 5 traveled Arizona to listen with curiosity and challenge assumptions. Huge congratulations to our newest graduates! 🎓🌵
Read more about their final Reflection Day and what's next: www.valleyleadership.org/full-circle-...
Read more about their final Reflection Day and what's next: www.valleyleadership.org/full-circle-...
Full Circle: Reflecting on the Journey of Explore Class 5 and Five Years of Statewide Connection - Valley Leadership™
Valley Leadership Explore Class 5 celebrates graduation and reflects on a statewide leadership journey, marking 5 years of connecting Arizona communities.
www.valleyleadership.org
June 30, 2026 at 10:30 PM
From Yuma to the Navajo Nation, Explore Class 5 traveled Arizona to listen with curiosity and challenge assumptions. Huge congratulations to our newest graduates! 🎓🌵
Read more about their final Reflection Day and what's next: www.valleyleadership.org/full-circle-...
Read more about their final Reflection Day and what's next: www.valleyleadership.org/full-circle-...
Stronger teachers lead to stronger readers. 📖
That’s why Valley Leadership partnered up with Teach For America Phoenix to support literacy!
Leaders for Literacy mobilizes community leaders to serve as substitute teachers in classrooms. Stepping in, leaders unlock hours for teachers to attend PD.
That’s why Valley Leadership partnered up with Teach For America Phoenix to support literacy!
Leaders for Literacy mobilizes community leaders to serve as substitute teachers in classrooms. Stepping in, leaders unlock hours for teachers to attend PD.
June 26, 2026 at 1:17 AM
Stronger teachers lead to stronger readers. 📖
That’s why Valley Leadership partnered up with Teach For America Phoenix to support literacy!
Leaders for Literacy mobilizes community leaders to serve as substitute teachers in classrooms. Stepping in, leaders unlock hours for teachers to attend PD.
That’s why Valley Leadership partnered up with Teach For America Phoenix to support literacy!
Leaders for Literacy mobilizes community leaders to serve as substitute teachers in classrooms. Stepping in, leaders unlock hours for teachers to attend PD.
Today, we honor Juneteenth, a powerful reminder of both progress made and the work that continues.
At VL, we remain committed to bringing people together across differences to better understand one another and take meaningful action on the issues that shape our communities.
At VL, we remain committed to bringing people together across differences to better understand one another and take meaningful action on the issues that shape our communities.
June 19, 2026 at 3:55 PM
Today, we honor Juneteenth, a powerful reminder of both progress made and the work that continues.
At VL, we remain committed to bringing people together across differences to better understand one another and take meaningful action on the issues that shape our communities.
At VL, we remain committed to bringing people together across differences to better understand one another and take meaningful action on the issues that shape our communities.
To wrap up an incredible year, Explore Class 5 traveled to the Navajo Nation for a 3-day immersive journey focused on equity, adaptability, and connection.
See how these lessons will shape how Class 5 leads across Arizona. 👇
www.valleyleadership.org/explore-clas...
See how these lessons will shape how Class 5 leads across Arizona. 👇
www.valleyleadership.org/explore-clas...
Explore Class 5 Concludes with a Transformative Journey Through Navajo Nation - Valley Leadership™
Explore Class 5 wraps up their journey with a transformative 3-day trip to the Navajo Nation, highlighting Indigenous leadership, culture, and innovation.
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June 16, 2026 at 2:55 PM
To wrap up an incredible year, Explore Class 5 traveled to the Navajo Nation for a 3-day immersive journey focused on equity, adaptability, and connection.
See how these lessons will shape how Class 5 leads across Arizona. 👇
www.valleyleadership.org/explore-clas...
See how these lessons will shape how Class 5 leads across Arizona. 👇
www.valleyleadership.org/explore-clas...
We are thrilled to share that Mia’s innovative approach to heat relief was recently highlighted by 12 News and @kjzz.org ! Check out our new blog post to see the news segments and read about the statewide network of hosts keeping our communities safe.
www.impactmakeraz.org/2026/06/11/j...
www.impactmakeraz.org/2026/06/11/j...
Just Ask Mia Is Helping Provide Arizona Families with Heat Relief This Summer - Impact Maker
Arizona's resource chatbot, Just Ask Mia, is serving up Heat Relief resources to help those in need during the hottest part of the year.
www.impactmakeraz.org
June 11, 2026 at 9:17 PM
We are thrilled to share that Mia’s innovative approach to heat relief was recently highlighted by 12 News and @kjzz.org ! Check out our new blog post to see the news segments and read about the statewide network of hosts keeping our communities safe.
www.impactmakeraz.org/2026/06/11/j...
www.impactmakeraz.org/2026/06/11/j...