Emerging Leaders 2026-2027 Program Application

Application Form

VersaFi's Emerging Leaders Program equips women and gender-diverse finance professionals (five to ten years' experience) with personal and group coaching over seven months, positioning them for progressively senior roles. Tailored for mid-senior career-level professionals, the program focuses on establishing leadership presence, strengthening readiness for progression, equipping participants with the skills required to navigate complex organizational environments and community building. For more information on this program, please click here.
Part 1: Applicant Information
1.Applicant Information
2.Job Title
3.Name of Current Employer
4.Are you currently a VersaFi member in good standing?
(If not, you are not eligible and we ask that you become a member before applying)
5.Do you have between 5 and 10 years of experience in finance?
(If not, you are not eligible and we ask that you exit the application)
6.How did you first hear about VersaFi:
7.How did you hear about VersaFi's Emerging Leaders Program?
Part 2: Career Goals Information
8.Briefly outline your career aspirations for the next three to five years. (Be as specific as possible) (max 300 words):
9.What outcomes would make this program a success for you? (max 300 words):
10.Tell us about a significant obstacle you have faced in your personal or professional life. How did you approach it, and what did you learn about yourself as a leader through that experience? (max 300 words):
11.Give some examples of how you’ve shown leadership personally or professionally (max 300 words):
12.What challenges are you currently facing that you're hoping the program will help you navigate? (max 300 words):
Part 3: Candidate Information
13.Does VersaFi have your permission to share your email address with current participants in the Emerging Leaders Program so you can network and connect with your cohort?
14.Share your personal email address if you would like to be added to our Emerging Leaders Alumni Directory. We will share other opportunities in how you can engage with VersaFi. We will not share your email with anyone else.
15.Share your LinkedIn profile link.
16.If you do not have a LinkedIn profile, share your resumé.
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17.Does VersaFi have your permission to share the fact that you are a candidate in this program with your current employer?
18.If accepted into this program a fee of $4,500 for VersaFi Corporate Partners or a $8,500 regular rate will apply. Please provide the contact details of the manager who will approve cost.
19.General Comments: