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Leadership West is
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We equip civic-minded leaders with the insight, connections, and experiences needed to strengthen commerce and enhance quality of life across the West Valley. Discover our latest updates to see how Leadership West is making a difference and explore our event calendar to stay informed about upcoming opportunities.
Events
West X: Curated Leadership Stage for Ideas Earned Through Experience
West X is Leadership West’s signature annual event, designed to showcase bold ideas, inspiring stories, and impactful voices from across the West Valley. An ideas driven leadership event featuring concise, powerful talks, West X features a curated lineup of local leaders, innovators, and changemakers who deliver powerful, short-form presentations that spark dialogue and inspire action.
Held every February, West X brings together community members, alumni, and regional influencers for an evening of thought leadership, connection, and celebration. It is a platform for elevating voices that matter and spotlighting the leadership shaping our region’s future.
The next West X will take place on February 10, 2026.
Environmental Summit
Lines in the Land: How Climate and Growth Are Shaping Our Region’s Future"
What happens when the natural world intersects with our plans for progress?
Join us for a timely conversation at the crossroads of environmental stewardship, community growth, and long-term resilience.
The story of the West Valley is still unfolding. As neighborhoods rise and industries expand, we’re not just building new spaces—we’re transforming the environment around us. Ecosystems are shifting, natural resources are under stress, and the choices we make now will define the region’s sustainability for generations to come.
This isn’t just about the environment. It’s about leadership. These issues touch economics, development, infrastructure, and public well-being. And they demand cross-sector collaboration, innovative thinking, and bold stewardship.
November 5th, 2025- Registration Details to Follow
Articles
Leadership West: Effective Community Leaders on AESD Scoop
Avondale Elementary School District Scoop: Podcast
Connecting beyond the classroom. Leadership West Feature
The Piano
“Pianos may come and go and be of different types and styles, but a piano is still a beautiful treasure to own no matter it’s style or type.” Written by Alumni Betty S Lynch
Council of Wonders
Shelby Duplessis, Leadership West, Past President shares the importance of connecting.
Invest in West Valley Leaders
Forging the Future, in Partnership with the Great Organizations in West Valley.
West-X Leadership Summit
We’re showcasing leaders who are charting new paths & pushing the envelope each year at our West-X Leadership Summit.
What are C-Squared Events?
Controversial + Consequential. We explore & encourage leaders to dive right into topics with varying perspectives.
2020 Regional Impact Project – Stand Up, Speak Up, Save a Life Conference
While Leadership West graduates can be found engaged in various service project in the West Valley throughout the year, the Leadership West Alumni Association (LWAA) hosts an annual Regional Impact Project for alumni to engage in the community together at a specific location in need.
WESTMARC & Leadership West Top Golf Partee Photo Recap
A visual recap of our event at Top Golf West Valley with WESTMARC.
The Civic Ownership Mindset Is What Sets Leaders Apart
We often hear about the need for greater Civic Engagement, but what does that mean exactly? Getting involved? Running for office? Serving on a board or commission?