LSA CLASS MEMBER APPLICATION DETAILS
Leadership San Antonio TM (LSA) seeks a diverse group of proven industry leaders dedicated to serving the San Antonio community, while focusing on the city’s promises and opportunities.
A partnership program between the Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce and the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, the mission of LSA is to educate and motivate business leaders to become involved in the Chambers’ Councils and Committees, advocate for the business community, and serve on local boards and commissions.
Acceptance into the highly-competitive LSA program is based on an assessment of a complete application, as well as a second-round interview, if selected.
The LSA Selection Committee is comprised of Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce and San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Leadership, as well as Leadership San Antonio Alumni who serve as Steering Committee Mentors.
This milestone class promises to be one of the most competitive yet, seeking individuals with the vision, commitment, and passion to lead San Antonio into its next era of growth and opportunity.
Important Dates:
– Class Application Deadline:
Friday, September 26, 2025, at 11:59 PM (CT)
– Steering Committee Mentor Applications Deadline (for LSA Alumni):
Friday, August 29, 2025, at 11:59 PM (CT)
2026 LSA Chairs:
– Ashley Harris – Vice President of Client & Community Relations, PNC Bank – San Antonio
– Michelle Martinez – Founder & Principal, Birdieoso Strategies; Co-owner, The Local SATX
– Laura Vaccaro – CEO, Kronkosky Charitable Foundation
For five decades, Leadership San Antonio has provided in-depth exposure to San Antonio’s industries and opportunities shaping our community; while fostering a powerful network of leaders dedicated to service and advocacy.
LSA Class Application Here:
Steering Committee Application Here:
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:
- Only one applicant per sponsoring organization or company will be accepted. LSA will not accept multiple applicants from the same organization.
- No applications from political entities (City, County, State, Federal) will be reviewed for selection during a year in which there will be an election cycle.
- Applicant must have lived in and/or worked in the San Antonio area for at least one year at the time of the application.
- Persons related by marriage may not apply for the same class year.
- Applicant (or sponsoring organization) must be a member in good standing of either the Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce or the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Failure to remain a member in good standing will jeopardize participation in LSA and/or final graduation.
- Must not have an immediate family member (parent, sibling, significant other) serving on the LSA Steering Committee for the upcoming class year.
SELECTION CRITERIA:
- Be dedicated to attending all meetings, events and planning sessions of the Leadership San Antonio program year.
- Show a sincere interest in and commitment to improving the community through professional business advocacy and personal involvement and engagement.
- Have the desire to increase service to the business community through holding key leadership positions.
- Present a clear vision for the development and growth of San Antonio’s business community.
- Attend and actively participate in Councils and Committees of the Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce and/or the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
PROGRAM COST:
- Applicants must submit a $100 non-refundable application fee due with completed application.
- Class members accepted into LSA must submit a non-refundable tuition fee of $3,250.00 payable to the Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce before the first day of the Opening Retreat.
- If accepted to the class, individual class members are responsible for their full financial obligation by their sponsoring organization (company) or individually.
- Failure to commit to the financial obligation prior to the Opening Retreat will be cause for removal from the LSA cohort.
If necessary, a separate Chamber membership fee will be required (based on membership level). Visit www.sachamber.org or www.sahcc.org for details.
As a small business owner in San Antonio, I wanted to be part of the solutions in our community. Leadership San Antonio didn’t just give me memorable experiences, it also gave me some of my best friends that I hold close to my heart!