We boarded the plane home today with full but heavy hearts. Our time here in Southeast Asia has been filled with wonder, rich culture, warm hospitality, deep introspection, and a
The story of the Golden Buddha, mentioned throughout this blog, serves as a powerful reflection tool during our seminar. Our Director of Education challenged us, through a new posture check,
As dawn broke over Luang Prabang, a sense of tranquility enveloped the town. We awoke to the soft sounds of nature, taking a much-needed moment for wellness and reflection. This
It was 6am and the fellows – still rubbing sleep from our eyes – shuffled into the lobby of our Luang Prabang hotel. We quietly and efficiently climbed into three
Beyond the picturesque landscapes and iconic landmarks, our travels uncovered the hidden gold found in the kindness, generosity, and spirit of Laos. As we journeyed from Vientiane to Luang Prabang,
The parable of the Golden Buddha is a tale of depth, of exploration, and of the critical importance to be much more than a passive observer in the experiences of
The morning light streamed into the hotel dining room windows as fellows found their way to long tables covered with bamboo table setting mats. As we gathered, we shared our
As we gathered for our final day in Phnom Penh, the air felt heavy with the knowledge that this would be our last adventure here before we set off for
Visiting Phnom Penh for the first time felt like stepping into a rich tapestry of Cambodia’s culture, spirituality, and resilience. The city radiates survival and pride, and as we wandered
We woke up feeling rested and a little under-hydrated after a warm, humid day exploring the temples of Siem Reap. We grabbed water to start our day, but little did
Under the dark veil of dawn, Class 53 awoke to witness a glorious and otherworldly moment. Considered the largest religious structure in the world, the Angkor Wat Hindu-Buddhist temple complex
We woke up to a tropical morning in Ho Chi Minh City—rain pouring steadily and the wind swirling through the streets, reminding us that even in paradise, the weather can
Content alert: There are graphic photos and descriptions in the post below. However, it’s important to us that any readers get a glimpse of what we experienced today. We awoke
The excitement of traveling from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City marked the beginning of an international experience that would quickly put our class into the stretch zone as
Class 53’s final hours in our Nation’s Capital were a drizzly blur of a March morning. Early (read: very early) alarms, a delayed airport shuttle, and the standard luggage Tetris
By, With, and Through: National Defense University Neither rain, mist, nor our sore feet would stop us from setting forth on the morning of March 6th. We were on a
As we approached 1650 Pennsylvania Ave NW the sheer grandeur of the building we were about to enter set the stage for our experience today. We were processed by US
Adaptation is a key to the Ag Leadership experience. It’s a lesson we have all learned throughout our careers in agriculture, but there is something about the National Trip that
Our Washington D.C. journey started with a beautiful, crisp morning and a soft, golden sunshine bearing down on our skin. It was a day promising to bring profound learning and
On our last morning in Minneapolis, we woke up to a balmy 48 degrees. This was a welcome reprieve from our first day in Minnesota, which met us with a
Element Hotel breakfast is a delight…. Egg whites topped with the tiniest slice of avocado…we’re not in Kansas anymore, Toto! A hallmark of the California Ag Leadership Program is its
After a much needed good night’s sleep following a long day of travel from Sacramento we woke up excited for our first full day exploring Minneapolis! After a brisk (read:
From the moment we stepped foot in the California state capitol building, we were enveloped in an atmosphere of political fervor. From listening to leaders sharing their stories we gained
September 12, 2023 Twenty-four individuals have been selected for Class 53 of the California Agricultural Leadership Program, an advanced leadership development experience for emerging, mid-career leaders in agriculture. The new
The California Agricultural Leadership Program (CALP) grows leaders who make a difference.
Our premier leadership development program – highly respected and the longest-running of its kind – teaches fellows leadership skills that help them expand their impact, increase their leadership capacity and tackle complex challenges.