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                      • 2026 L.E.A.D. East End Program

                        Date and Time

                        Tuesday May 12, 2026

                        Session 1: Tuesday, May 26, 2026 
                        Session 2: Tuesday, June 30, 2026 
                        Session 3: Tuesday, July 28, 2026 
                        Session 4: Tuesday, August 25, 2026 
                        Session 5: Tuesday, September 15, 2026 
                        Session 6: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 
                        Day of Giving Back: Tuesday, November 10, 2026 
                        Graduation Celebration: Friday, November 20, 2026 

                        Location

                        At various East End business locations

                        Fees/Admission

                        Exclusive L.E.A.D Sponsor | $10,000
                        Shared L.E.A.D. Sponsor | $5,000
                        Supporting L.E.A.D. Sponsor | $2,000
                        Individual Pricing | $1,500 per person

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                        BUILDING THE EAST END'S EMERGING LEADERS


                        L.E.A.D. East End- Leadership, Engagement, Advancement & Development, invests in the development and coaching of next-level management, targeting individuals and companies who have prioritized the importance of taking their careers and businesses to the next level. This educational series focuses on leveraging the valuable professional development opportunity, with the importance of community involvement.

                        L.E.A.D. East End comprises six sessions that are customized experiences led by East End Business and Community leaders sharing best practices facing emerging leaders in today's business environment.

                        Click here to view additional information and to learn more about our recent graduating class, Cohort V. 

                        PROGRAM DETAILS:
                        • Chamber Partners Only
                        • Max 20 Participants
                        • Pricing: $1,500 per person
                        • 6 Month Program + Volunteer Project + Graduation Celebration
                        • 2 Hour Courses | 9:00 A.M. - 11:00 A.M.
                        • At various East End locations​
                        EXCLUSIVE - MEMBERS ONLY
                        • Understanding Leadership and Management
                        • Managing Company Culture 
                        • The difference between Sales and Marketing and its impact on Revenue Generation
                        • Inspirational Success Stories
                        • Learning about the rich history of the East End and its importance to Houston
                        • Exclusive introductions to East End C-Suite business leaders

                        APPLICATION PROCESS
                        • The deadline to apply is May 12, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.
                        • East End Chamber Board of Directors will review, and approve all applications that meet eligibility requirements.
                        • The class is limited to 20 members.

                        SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES  


                        EXCLUSIVE L.E.A.D. SPONSOR | $10,000

                        • L.E.A.D East End Class of 2026 Presented by (Your Company Logo)
                                            - Opportunity to make brief remarks at start of any or all program days
                                            - Brand recognition on day-of materials
                                            - Name listed on website
                        • Opportunity to provide branded materials or organizational information to program participants, including information about your company’s products, services, and community impact.
                        • Enroll up to 2 emerging leaders in the program or sponsor 2 leaders from a non-profit organization.
                        • Opportunity to host a session at your location
                        • Opportunity to present remarks at Opening and/or Graduation Programs

                        SHARED L.E.A.D. SPONSOR | $5,000
                        • L.E.A.D East End Class of 2026 Co-Sponsored by (Your Company Logo)
                                            - Opportunity to make brief remarks at start of one of the six programs
                                            - Brand recognition on day-of materials
                                            - Name listed on website
                        • Enroll 1 emerging leader in the program or sponsor 1 leader from a non-profit organization.
                        • Reinforce the impact of your organization by sharing a collateral piece with participants
                        • Opportunity to attend and be recognized at Opening and/or Graduation Program

                        SUPPORTING L.E.A.D. SPONSOR | $2,000
                        • L.E.A.D East End Class of 2026 Supported by (Your Company Name)
                                            - Opportunity to make brief remarks at one of the six programs
                                            - Brand recognition on day-of materials
                                            - Name listed on Chamber website
                        • Enroll 1 emerging leader in the program or sponsor 1 leader from a non-profit organization.

                        Event Sponsors

                        SHARED LEAD SPONSOR
                        Calpine
                        SUPPORTING LEAD SPONSOR
                        Valero - Houston Refinery

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