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NALCAB’s Training & Leadership Development programs invest in leaders and practitioners who are advancing community economic development in diverse communities across all 50 states, DC, and Puerto Rico. Whether they are just starting their careers or leading organizations, these individuals are working to expand opportunity, build assets, and strengthen local economies.
We provide immersive leadership development experiences, tailored training, and peer-to-peer learning opportunities that help nonprofit professionals grow their skills, expand their networks, and increase their impact.
The Pete Garcia Fellowship is NALCAB’s flagship program for emerging leaders in the community development field. Established in 2010, the 11-month fellowship equips participants with technical training, leadership development, and peer learning. Fellows strengthen their ability to lead, collaborate, and drive impact within their organizations and the communities they serve. To date, the program has graduated over 200 leaders representing 122 organizations across 27 states, DC, and Puerto Rico.
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Designed for executive leaders, LEAD is a 15-month program for presidents, CEOs, and executive directors of nonprofits focused on asset building. Developed in partnership with the Cisneros Hispanic Leadership Institute at The George Washington University and launched in 2023 with support from Capital One, LEAD blends leadership theory with real-world strategy. The curriculum focuses on organizational development, cultural intelligence, effective communication, and executive decision-making.
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The NALCAB National Conference is the premier national convening for nonprofit professionals driving community economic development. Each year, the event brings together hundreds of practitioners, funders, and public-sector allies to engage in timely conversations, hands-on learning, and networking. Sessions cover topics like small business development, housing, rural strategies, nonprofit operations, and capital access. Attendees participate in peer learning and explore real-world revitalization through local site visits with NALCAB members.
In 2025, the National Conference—Leading the Way: Abriendo Caminos—will take place in Nashville, TN, from September 15–17. This year’s theme centers on expanding capital access, strengthening nonprofit leadership, and advancing locally driven economic growth. Click here to register or learn more.
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