REAL Leadership Academy
REAL Leadership Academy (RLA) will take place January 8-10, 2027, in Dallas, Texas, at the Westin Dallas Fort Worth Airport Hotel.
RLA is Gamma Phi Beta’s in-person leadership event designed exclusively for incoming collegiate chapter presidents and chapter advisors. Participation in this event is required and will equip leaders with the tools needed to create lasting change within their chapters and international Gamma Phi Beta.
- Registration opens September 17, 2026, and closes December 10.
- A $50 late fee will be added after December 10.
- All registrations are fully refundable until December 17. Any cancellations after that date will be subject to a $50 cancellation fee. After December 31, registrations are 100% nonrefundable.
Registration Fees
- Chapter president (double occupancy): $500
- Chapter advisor (double occupancy): $500
- Chapter advisor (single occupancy): $675
- International volunteer (double occupancy): Complimentary
- International volunteer (single occupancy): $175
Pricing Includes:
- Two nights double occupancy at the Westin Dallas Fort Worth Airport Hotel.
- Complimentary airport shuttle to/from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (based on availability).
- The following meals: Friday: dinner; Saturday: breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack and dinner; Sunday: breakfast.
- Complimentary basic Wi-Fi in guest rooms and meeting space.
- Complimentary parking for hotel guests.
- Customized workforce programming.
Not Included in the Price:
- Airfare
- Travel expenses (airport parking, fuel, meals while traveling, etc.)
Who Should Attend?
All 2027 incoming chapter presidents, primary chapter advisors and invited international volunteers are required to attend RLA. Please ensure all presidential candidates understand this commitment during this fall’s election process.
Why Should You Attend?
- Dynamic programming to help you engage and lead your entire chapter through change.
- Critical training to effectively work with your advisory board.
- Sisterhood, mentoring, networking and fun!
REAL Leadership Academy is fully funded by donors of the Gamma Phi Beta Foundation. We extend our sincere gratitude to the many generous donors who allow the Sorority to prepare for the future of Gamma Phi Beta through this event.