LEAP Flagship

A Transformational Leadership Development Experience for Senior Marketing Executives

In-Person Immersion: Sept. 22-25, 2026, Carmel Valley Ranch
Virtual Sprint: Oct. 8, 15, 29; Nov. 5, 2026

 

Developing Leaders in the Age of AI and Disruption, in Partnership with

 

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In-Person Immersion with The Aspen Institute

We will kick off your leadership journey with a three-day live session in partnership with The Aspen Institute at Carmel Valley Ranch, CA. This breathtaking location was chosen to support the kind of reflection and deep exploration that this component of the program necessitates.

A Two-Part Immersive Journey

A three-day, in-person experience with The Aspen Institute, at the idyllic Carmel Valley Ranch, focused on reflective, grounded leadership, combined with a 4-week virtual journey led by global C-suite leaders focused on future-ready skills.

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Personalized Development

Each participant is carefully matched with a senior C-suite mentor who provides dedicated, one-on-one coaching tailored to their growth goals.

Individualized Guidance
Three 1:1 Sessions
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A Diverse Peer Community 

By engaging with a diverse executive cohort, participants gain fresh insights, innovative ideas, and a broader perspective that fuels both personal and organizational growth.

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Turning learning into lasting impact

Leaders leave with a customized action and accountability plan that ensure lessons are applied in the real-world—driving measurable progress for themselves, their teams, and their organization.

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Trusted by the world’s leading brands, LEAP Flagship helps organizations future-proof their top talent to lead confidently through disruption and AI-driven change. Built by today’s top CMOs and industry visionaries, it develops culture-shaping leaders who thrive through uncertainty, delivering both personal growth and organizational impact.

“LEAP was the most actionable leadership training I have ever attended because it connected on both an intellectual and emotional level.”

SVP of Marketing, Citi

"By far the best executive leadership experience that I’ve attended. The holistic approach to uncovering gaps, sharpening skills, and blending EQ and IQ stimuli was invaluable to my career growth."

VP, Content and Growth, Sirius XM and Pandora

“We’ve had 17 leaders go through LEAP, each who brought back instrumental new skills for leading their teams."

Fortune 500 CMO, client since 2022

“Truly the most refreshing and honest leadership course I've been a part of to date.”

Head of Marketing - Arcadia, Snap Inc.

Explore our Immersive LEAP Flagship Program

Equipping Leaders for the Now, While Preparing Them for What's Next

Designed to meet Today's Challenges

LEAP addresses real-world leadership challenges and outcomes with industry experts and leaders.

Focused on Developing the Whole Leader

From personal, self-reflection to future-focused skills, LEAP serves the whole individual.

Structured to Build Future-proofed Skills

Equips leaders to thrive through AI transformation and the accelerated pace of innovation.

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Expand Your Network. Accelerate Your Growth.

One of the program’s most enduring benefits is the network effect. Join a trusted, cross-industry community of experts and accomplished leaders who will challenge your thinking, broaden your perspective, and support your growth long after the program ends.

Beyond an expanded network, you will gain a lifelong community and continue to develop your personal board of directors you can rely on throughout your leadership journey.

 

Lessons Taught by Esteemed CEOs, Presidents, and CMOs

Ana Sanchez

Ana Sanchez
President of McCormick and Company (Europe)

Anton Vincent

Anton Vincent
President, Mars Wrigley, North America & Global Ice Cream

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Antonio Lucio
Chief Marketing & Corporate Affairs Officer, PayPal

Clive Sirkin

Clive Sirkin
former Chief Growth Officer, Kellogg Company and Kimberly-Clark

Deborah Wahl

Deborah Wahl
former Global CMO, GM, Cadillac and McDonald’s

Greg Welch

Greg Welch
Partner, Spencer Stuart

Jeff Jones

Jeff Jones
former President and CEO, H&R Block

John Iwata

Jon Iwata
former CBO, IBM; Executive Fellow, Yale SOM

Rebecca Messina

Rebecca Messina
former Global CMO, Uber and Beam Suntory

Rishad Tobaccowala-1

Rishad Tobaccowala
Author, Futurist, former Chief Strategist, Publicis Groupe

Rudy Wilson

Rudy Wilson
former President, SC Johnson

Tiffany R. Warren (1)

Tiffany R. Warren
EVP, CDIO, Sony Music Group

LEAP Flagship Mentors

Danielle Lee

Danielle Lee
Board Director, former President, Warner, Music, Chief Fan Officer, NBA

David Edelman (2)

David Edelman
Board Director, former CMO, Aetna, Harvard Business School Professor

Deborah Wahl

Deborah Wahl
Board Director; former Global CMO of GM, Cadillac and McDonald's

Deirdre Findlay

Deirdre Findlay
former Global Chief Commercial Officer, Sonos

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John Dillon
President, la Madeleine French Bakery & Cafe; former President, CBO, CMO, Denny’s

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Maurice Cooper
former Chief Customer Officer, Bath & Body Works and SVP, Marketing Target

Linh Peters

Linh Peters
former CMO, Walgreens and Global CMO, Calvin Klein

Randi Stipes (1)

Randi Stipes
former Chief Marketing & Communication Officer, The Weather Company; former VP, IBM

Rebecca Messina (2)

Rebecca Messina
former Global CMO, Uber and Beam Suntory

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the program designed for?

Senior marketing leaders with 15+ years of experience (10+ years leading teams). Small groups within the program are curated based on role, experience level and leadership goals. 

What is the program's format?

LEAP Flagship is a comprehensive and immersive leadership development experience spanning eight weeks with a dedicated three days in person with the Aspen Institute followed by a four-week virtual sprint (four hours per week). 

What is the cost?

$20,000 per person, which includes the eight-week program and access to the LEAP community platform for connecting with peers, ongoing access to exclusive resources, and more. 

What is the timing for the next program?

The Fall 2026 LEAP Flagship program schedule is as follows:

Sep 22-25th: In-person immersion with The Aspen Institute (evening reception on the 21st). Location TBA.

Oct 8 - Oct 29: Four-week virtual sprint meeting once weekly on Thursdays from 9am - 1pm PT.

Registration deadline: July 31st

Who are the participating executives?

The cross-industry classes comprise about 40 senior marketing executives from the world's leading brands. Past and current participating executives come from Google, HP, PepsiCo, Verizon, State Farm, Target, DoorDash, Chime, e.l.f. Beauty and more. Participants for the Fall 2026 class will be of a similar profile.