Developing the Leaders That Will Drive Minnesota’s Technology Community Forward

The ACE program emphasizes awareness of different leadership styles, expands leaders’ knowledge of the Minnesota tech ecosystem, deepens core leadership competencies, expands participants’ network, and more. Companies demonstrate a clear investment in their employees’ development, while giving emerging leaders the tools they need to produce stronger outcomes and effectively lead within their teams.

Apply for the 2025 Cohort Here!

Program Highlights:

  • Seminars: Six day-long courses featuring executive speakers, panels of subject matter experts, and cohort discussions.
  • Executive coaching: ACE leaders are paired with a coach, a senior leader in technology, to help provide individualized approaches on topics covered in the course.
  • Present your path to success: The ACE Leadership Program capstone empowers participants to showcase their individual growth plans through compelling presentations, gaining valuable insights from industry leaders to drive their next steps.

Sponsorships available


2025 ACE Cohort Sessions

Beginning in March (spring) and September (fall), the program consists of six full-day sessions held over the course of the year. Senior executives from technology, government, and education sectors will share lessons learned in their areas of expertise. Participants will discuss ideas and apply them in their own organizations and collaborate with other next-generation leaders.

SPRING COHORT

Session 1 | April 10, 2025  Building Your Leadership Brand; Strengths-Based Leadership

Session 2 | May 8, 2025  Leaders Leading Leaders; Collaboration + Communication

Session 3 |  June 12, 2025 Developing & Activating Networks; Conflict + Change

Session 4 | July 10, 2025 Communicating for Results

Session 5 | August 14, 2025  Engaging in the Broader Community

Session 6 | September 10, 2025  Cultivating Inclusive Organizations; Final Presentations

FALL COHORT

Session 1 | September 11, 2025  Building & Sustaining Your Leadership Brand; Strengths-Based Leadership

Session 2 | October 9, 2025  Leaders Leading Leaders; Collaboration + Communication

Session 3 |  November 12,  2025 Developing & Activating Networks; Conflict + Change

Session 4 | December 11, 2025 Communicating for Results

Session 5 | January 8, 2026  Engaging in the Broader Community

Session 6 | February 12, 2026  Cultivating Inclusive Organizations; Final Presentations


Investment

The program is $3,500 for MnTech members*. We accept professionals from non-member companies on a case-by-case basis. 

*Not sure if your company is a member of MnTech? Search our current members list

If you have any question about the program, please contact us.