Events

ALP 2025 National Conference
July 21 - 24, 2025
Fort Worth, Texas

Join us in Fort Worth, Texas, for the 2025 ALP National Conference! 
Known as the city of "Cowboys and Culture," Fort Worth perfectly blends the spirit of the Old West with a thriving modern arts and cultural scene, making it an ideal setting for our annual gathering. From the iconic Stockyards National Historic District, where you can experience the legacy of cowboys and rodeos, to the world-class museums in the Cultural District showcasing art, history, and science, Fort Worth offers something for everyone.

This dynamic city, with its unique mix of Western heritage and contemporary flair, will provide an inspiring and unforgettable backdrop for the 2025 National Conference. Registration for this premier gathering of leadership professionals opens on Monday, March 3. Join us in Fort Worth, where you’ll connect with peers, gain fresh insights, and leave with actionable strategies to enhance your leadership programs and communities.

All the details you need, including hotel accommodations, travel information, registration details, and a peek into our exciting lineup of speakers, can be found below. Get ready to lead change and leave changed. 

Mark your calendars and get ready to immerse yourself in the rich experiences that Fort Worth has to offer, from its vibrant downtown, diverse culinary scene, and warm Texan hospitality. We can’t wait to see you there!

Learn more and register here. 

Leadership Connections

Leadership Connections provides opportunities to learn from the best in our business from the convenience of your office/home. You will hear from leaders with creative ideas, learn best practices, and share success stories.   

Affinity Groups are cohorts of ALP colleagues who gather at regular, recurring times, and work in similar roles or who have programs focused on similar topics. Groups gather monthly, every other month, or quarterly. Gatherings are facilitated by an Affinity Group Champion on the ZOOM platform and generally last one hour. Learn more about each Affinity Group here.

Current Affinity Groups include:

• Alumni Engagement
• BIPOC Leaders
• Chamber Based Programs
• Development
• Flagship (Signature) Programs
• Statewide Programs
• Women's Programs
• Youth Programs

For more information on participating in Affinity Group calls, contact membership@alpleaders.org.