2023 Emerging Leaders Nomination Form

We are now accepting nominations for the 2023 APHSA Emerging Leader Program. Please consider nominating an up-and-coming leader within your organization for this opportunity. Nominations will close on Wednesday, June 7, 2023.


Each year the cohort class is comprised of approximately 30 nominated junior and mid-level professionals from state and local government and private sector who are on track for leadership roles in the next 3-5 years of their career. In addition to attending the conference, Emerging Leaders engage in a tailored experience including:

  • Closed sessions with keynote speakers
  • Private networking reception
  • Curated sessions with industry leaders
  • Opportunity to showcase their own leadership journey
  • Special recognition at the conference



Nominee Criteria

Nominees should meet all or most of the following criteria:

  • Demonstrated high performance over a sustained period
  • Seen as a future business or technology leader within the organization
  • Likely to assume a leadership role within the next 3-5 years
  • 5-10 years of experience preferred*


*5-10 years in a junior/mid-level position on track to a leadership role.


Accepted nominees will be notified by June 30, 2023.


For complete details on the Emerging Leaders program and application, click here.