Leadership Hayward is a professional development program that welcomes leaders at every stage of their 
career from organizations throughout Hayward providing participants with essential knowledge, tools, and 
opportunities to advance their leadership capabilities in service to their community. Participants engage in 
nine comprehensive full-day sessions led by industry experts representing the full range of business, 
government, nonprofit, and educational sectors.

We welcome participants from various sectors, including:

• Business
• Government
• Non-profit organizations
• Education
• Community groups

• Comprehensive leadership training
• Insights into local government, business, and community issues
• Gain in-depth knowledge of Hayward's social and economic landscape
• Explore real-world challenges faced by local leaders
• Develop critical leadership skills through hands-on community project experience
• Examine diverse leadership styles and consensus-building techniques
• Network with a diverse cohort of professionals and current and future community leaders

Our alumni have gone on to serve in various influential roles, including:

• Business executive positions
• State Legislature
• Alameda County Board of Supervisors
• Local Government
• College presidencies
• Leadership roles in numerous organizations and agencies

Through our partnership with California State University, East Bay, University Extension, participants can earn

2.0 units of Continuing Education credit upon successful completion of the program.

Your investment in Leadership Hayward provides:

• 9 full-day, intensive learning sessions
• Networking opportunities with local leaders and fellow participants
• Skills and knowledge directly applicable to your professional and civic life
• Potential for 2.0 Continuing Education units from CSU East Bay

Program Investment:

• Tuition: $1,275 per participant before June 30, 2026 - $1,475 beginning July 1, 2026
• Includes: All meals and comprehensive course materials
• Payment Options:
  • Individual payment
  • Employer sponsorship
  • Organizational sponsorship

Tuition must be paid in full before the first class session.

Thanks to our partners California State University East Bay, we are able to offer Leadership Hayward at a more competitive rate compared to similar programs in other cities. Their underwriting helps us maintain high-quality programming while keeping costs accessible for participants.