Lead with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
Leadership Institute re-imagined. This high-impact, yearlong leadership experience is designed for CPAs and financial professionals across all stages of their career.
In every lab, growth takes intention.
CalCPA’s Leader Lab 360 gives you the tools, mindset, and network to lead with purpose—wherever you are in your career.
This isn’t your average leadership training. It’s a full-circle experience that combines live workshops, virtual sessions, real-world scenarios, and peer-to-peer connection.
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Who it's for
Accounting and finance students
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Confidence, communication, and career clarity
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Who it's for
Professionals with 1–5 years of experience
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Leadership presence, communication, and networking
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Who it's for
Professionals with 5–10 years of experience
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Strategic leadership and organization influence
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Who it's for
Senior leaders and partners
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Succession, executive vision, mentorship, and firm growth
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This six-month, high-impact virtual series features monthly 90-minute Zoom sessions led by top experts. Each session cuts to the heart of a timely leadership challenge, giving current program participants practical insights they can use immediately. Expect diverse voices, interactive learning, and fresh, relevant perspectives that expand your leadership toolkit and keep your career momentum charging forward.
Sarah Tetlow
Design the Perfectly Productive Day
Erick O. Bell
Embracing Your Imposter Syndrome
Leah Yoneda
Design Thinking for Professionals
Amber Setter
Coaching Skills for Leadership
Giles Pearson
Breaking Barriers to Career Growth
Cecilia Dahl
Human Connection in the Age of AI
Connect with Leader Lab 360 attendees in other phases and CalCPA leadership program alumni.
Connect with Leader Lab 360 attendees in other phases and CalCPA leadership program alumni.
Stay connected with peers through a LinkedIn community.
Registration for selected applicants
Immersive learning to elevate leadership
Happy Hour
Happy Hour
Discovery, Fusion, Impact
Volunteer Happy Hour
Virtual Program
Graduation Ceremony
Discovery, Fusion, Impact
Volunteer Happy Hour
Virtual Program
Graduation Ceremony
This program is ideal for:
Ready to lead with intention?
Apply to Leader Lab 360 and invest in the leader you’re becoming.
Applications open January 2026
Limited to 20 participants per phase1
Financial assistance available2
Program fee: Varies by phase
See full program guide for details
1) Limit does not apply to Spark phase.
2) Financial assistance only for Spark phase.