Nominate a Fellow

ALF Fellows Program

Nominate a Fellow

Every Fellow begins with someone who sees what they could become. Who is ready, and who do you believe in?

The ALF Fellows Program cultivates adaptive, courageous leaders who build trust, bridge divides, and serve the common good.Connect. Inspire. Transform.
Welcome, Senior Fellows

You know what this experience asks of a leader, and what it gives back. That is why every Fellow begins with a nomination from people who have lived it.

Each nomination comes from two Senior Fellows: you as the nominator, and a second Senior Fellow who endorses your nominee. You submit one form together, with both of your names on it.

Think about someone who already carries real responsibility and is still curious about how they lead. Someone others follow, and who would grow alongside a cohort of leaders very different from themselves.

Key dates
  • We accept nominations year round.
  • Completed nominations for the Class of 2028 are due June 1, 2027.
  • Invitations go out on a rolling basis beginning in November and continue in the spring as space allows.
  • A nomination stays active for two Selection Committee cycles. After that, it needs to be renewed.
The leaders we look for
  • Carries real responsibilityHolds a role with significant scope and accountability.
  • Leads with integrityIs honest, self-aware, and trusted by the people around them.
  • Leads with empathyListens well and cares about the people they serve.
  • Committed to growthStays curious and open to learning, at every stage of a career.
  • Learns from challengeTreats setbacks and hard feedback as a chance to grow.
  • Has a sphere of influenceInspires and mobilizes others across their community.
Before you begin
Read it through first.
Look over every question, and talk with your seconding Senior Fellow, before you start.
Double check the email.
We contact your nominee at the email you enter, so please make sure it is correct.
Let them know.
Tell your nominee to watch for an email from American Leadership Forum, and to check their spam folder.
01

Nominator and Seconder

Your information

Please check that this is typed correctly.

Do you currently serve on the ALF board? *
Seconding Senior Fellow
Do they currently serve on the ALF board? *
02

Your Nominee

Please verify your nominee's email address. If it is incorrect, we will not be able to reach them.

The two email addresses do not match.

Is this mobile, home, or work? *

Tell us how you know them and for how long. A colleague, a board seat, a community project: every vantage point is welcome, and your honest perspective is what matters.

03

Why This Leader

Specific examples from the last two or three years tell the Selection Committee far more than general praise. Your nominee will answer similar questions on their own, so share what you have seen.
Leadership experience *
Perspective *
Growth mindset *
Influence *
04

Nominee Understanding

Fellows attend every session unless an emergency keeps them away. Orientation, the Wilderness Experience, and the Commencement Retreat are required.
Has your nominee agreed to participate if selected? *
Do they know partial scholarships are available? *

Have a resume or bio to share? Email it to Shaina Holm, Fellows Program Director, at shaina@alfhouston.com. Your nominee will also share their own.

Please complete the required fields marked above.

Questions? Contact Shaina Holm, Fellows Program Director, at shaina@alfhouston.com.