Praise Our Peeps February 12, 2026

To the New Leaders of the Region

Curated by Julian Montoya

Huge congratulations to the fellows of Cohort 7 on their graduation! 🎓
While we’ve been talking about “voids” and hidden spaces today, these graduates are the ones filling those gaps with bold vision. This isn’t just a milestone—it’s a massive leap forward for leadership in our region. They’ve moved from potential to power, and we can’t wait to see the moves they make next.

Know someone ready to make the jump? 🚀

Nominations for Cohort 8 are officially open! If you know a leader ready to shape the future of our region, get them in the mix.

👉 Nominate for Cohort 8 Here

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