The Aspen Institute's Technology Leaders Initiative Fellowship is a two-year program for senior tech leaders to explore leadership and technology’s societal impact through global seminars and collaborative inquiry.
Funder: Aspen Institute
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2026 (Nomination submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: No direct funding; program participation is fully funded except for travel/incidental expenses.
Summary: Two-year, invitation-only fellowship for senior technology leaders to explore leadership and societal impact through global seminars.
Key Information: Nomination by a third party required; strict seminar attendance mandatory.
The Technology Leaders Initiative Fellowship is a prestigious, two-year, invitation-only program by the Aspen Institute designed for senior leaders shaping the global technology landscape. Fellows participate in a series of four immersive seminars held in technology hubs worldwide, engaging in deep personal and collective exploration of leadership, responsibility, and the evolving demands of technology in society. The program is tailored for accomplished founders, CEOs, researchers, artists, investors, and academics, fostering a unique environment for grappling with foundational questions about technology’s impact on society. Fellows are guided by experienced moderators and are encouraged to pursue intellectual humility, genuine inquiry, and public dialogue about the future of a good digital society.