The Elara Cohort is the heart of our leadership ecosystem — a curated group of HBCU students and recent alumni selected for their talent, integrity, and commitment to driving impact across sectors.

Each member of the cohort participates in a rigorous multi-month experience that blends leadership training, public dialogue, executive mentorship, and cultural exposure. But more than a program, the cohort is a community — built to sharpen minds, build trust, and prepare participants to lead with both excellence and clarity.

Cohort members don’t just attend sessions. They shape conversations. They don’t just represent their schools. They represent the future of leadership, policy, and cultural power.

We don’t train leaders for the next opportunity. We prepare them for the next era.