
LEAD757
Mission
LEAD757 inspires proven leaders from across the region by providing unique avenues of cooperation, innovative problem solving and the development of lasting professional and civic relationships.
Signature Program
LEAD757 connects established and emerging leaders through a nine-month program to study the region’s key issues, build lifelong networks and develop innovative leadership strategies.
We bring together seasoned leaders from across Hampton Roads and provide unique avenues for cooperation, innovative problem solving and the development of lasting professional and civic relationships. Our program focuses leaders on key issues that impact Hampton Roads and its position in the state, the nation and the global economy. We support our leaders to act from a sense of well-being for the region to create a momentum for action through the extensive networking and collaboration across our region’s 17 communities.
LEAD757 has proven to help build and strengthen regional leadership through education, partnerships and networking across traditional boundaries for the purpose of improving the quality of life in greater Hampton Roads.
LEAD has a network of over 1,500 graduates from the greater Hampton Roads region, representing private, public, and non-profit sectors.

eXcel Leadership Academy
A summer program for high school students, eXcel provides behind-the-scenes tours and interactions with top business leaders. Students are introduced to the economic opportunities in Hampton Roads and the path to internships.
Join Us
At LEAD757, there’s an experience tailor-made for you.
Class of 2023 DATES
March 23 & 24 – Opening Retreat
Program Days
- April 20
- May 18
- June 8
- July 13
- September 14
- October 12
November 2 & 3 – Closing Retreat
November 29 – BRAVO!/Graduation
Strategic Partners
Thank You To Our Strategic Partners.