[Aspen Institute](https://www.aspeninstitute.org)

Rolling nominations for 2026 cohort (open as of April 2026)

No direct funding; fellowship provides leadership development, peer networking, and practical tools

Supports senior business leaders advancing inclusive, equitable, and resilient economic systems through reflection, peer connection, and action-oriented learning.

--- ## Description The Economic Mobility Fellowship, run by the Aspen Institute Business & Society Program, is a selective fellowship for senior business leaders committed to advancing economic opportunity and mobility in the United States. The program convenes a cohort of leaders from large, for-profit companies to learn together, reflect on their impact, and strengthen their ability to drive meaningful, scalable change inside their organizations and beyond. Fellows gain access to a powerful peer network, structured reflection, and tools to align business growth with expanded opportunity for low-income individuals and families. The fellowship is not a research grant or direct funding program; rather, it is a professional development and leadership initiative designed to help participants become more effective change agents for economic mobility. --- ## Due Dates - Nominations are currently open for the 2026 cohort (as of April 2026). - There is no fixed annual deadline; applications/nominations are accepted on a rolling basis for each cohort. - [Nominate a Fellow](https://airtable.com/appGymj1CxPzAPO1o/pagtbDa5K55W1lBEP/form) --- ## Funding Amount - The fellowship does **not** provide direct research funding or stipends. - Participants receive access to leadership development programming, peer network, and practical tools. - No tuition or fee information is provided; applicants should confirm any costs or support details with the program. --- ## Eligibility - Open to **senior leaders** with **10+ years of experience** inside large, for-profit (private or public) companies in the U.S. - Candidates must have **authority to lead and scale high-impact business initiatives**. - Applicants should be committed to advancing business growth and economic opportunity, particularly for low-income individuals and families. - Focus areas include hiring, retention, advancement, or business initiatives that expand economic opportunity. - Nominations are welcome from others or self-nominations. --- ## Application Process - Submit a nomination via the [official nomination form](https://airtable.com/appGymj1CxPzAPO1o/pagtbDa5K55W1lBEP/form). - The selection process is highly competitive and seeks leaders ready to drive meaningful change at scale. - Review the [2026 Economic Mobility Fellowship Overview (PDF)](https://www.aspeninstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/2026-Economic-Mobility-Fellowship-Overview.pdf) for additional details on the program and expectations. - For current status and updates, visit the [program page](https://www.aspeninstitute.org/programs/business-and-society-program/economic-mobility-fellowship/). --- ## Additional Information - The fellowship is part of the Aspen Institute Business & Society Program’s broader mission to align business practices with long-term societal well-being. - Alumni include leaders from major U.S. corporations, demonstrating the program’s focus on real-world business impact. - No information is provided about travel, lodging, or other costs—contact the program for clarification. --- ## External Links - [Economic Mobility Fellowship Program Page](https://www.aspeninstitute.org/programs/business-and-society-program/economic-mobility-fellowship/) - [Nomination Form](https://airtable.com/appGymj1CxPzAPO1o/pagtbDa5K55W1lBEP/form) - [2026 Fellowship Overview (PDF)](https://www.aspeninstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/2026-Economic-Mobility-Fellowship-Overview.pdf) - [Business & Society Program Overview](https://www.aspeninstitute.org/programs/business-and-society-program/about-us/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Program Email | [info@aspenbsp.org](mailto:info@aspenbsp.org) | | Program Address | Aspen Institute Business & Society Program, 192 Lexington Ave. Suite 1102, New York, NY 10016 | | Funder Phone | (202) 736-5800 | | Funder Contact Page | [Aspen Institute Contact](https://www.aspeninstitute.org/contact) |

Economic Mobility Fellowship

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