Who Should Attend?
ALI is designed to meet the needs of mid-to-high-level managers considered high-potential employees by their organizations. Candidates who attend ALI should be in a management position or hold a position with an organization-wide impact. Participants should be motivated to develop their managerial and leadership skills, be interested in self-exploration, and be prepared to engage in learning activities and group discussions.
Workshop Format
Over the course of the nine-day Institute, participants can expect hands-on instruction, engaged discussion, and the opportunity to learn by doing. The ALI curriculum is developed around four pillars: Managing Work, Developing Self, Leading Others, and Understanding Transportation.
Application Instructions and Deadlines
Institute participants are selected from among those nominated by AASHTO member departments and associate members. Enrollment in the 2026 AASHTO Leadership Institute is in high demand. No more than two participants from any one AASHTO member departments/affiliates may be enrolled in ALI. This helps ensure the classroom had varying topical perspectives from across all jurisdictions.
Nominees will be notified at the email address used on the online form of acceptance. Nominations are treated as rolling admissions and evaluated based on the quality of the application. They are then allocated to ensure participation among the maximum number of states. Nominations should be submitted via the review dates in the table below. Nominations received after July 24, 2026, will be considered only if space is still available.
If you have questions please email Liz Foreman, lforman@cmc-associates.com.
Review Date
Notification Date
Priority Review
June 5, 2026
June 10, 2026
Second Review
June 18, 2026
June 24, 2026
Third Review
July 10, 2026
July 15, 2026
Fourth Review
July 24, 2026
July 29, 2026 (hotel cut off August 14)
Tuition
Tuition is $4,130 and includes instructional materials, meals and receptions as outlined below. All other costs are the responsibility of the participant’s agency.
Emergenetics Executive Coaching Package
Elevate your leadership with the Emergenetics Executive Coaching Package. This optional, personalized follow-up to your AEI leadership training delves deeply into your Emergenetics Assessment results, offering insights into your thinking and behavioral preferences. With three one-hour coaching sessions, you’ll work with an expert coach to transform these insights into actionable strategies that enhance your leadership effectiveness and empower your team.
This exclusive coaching experience helps you align your unique cognitive and behavioral strengths with your professional goals, driving organizational success and fostering a thriving, motivated team.
The Emergenetics Executive Coaching Package is available for an additional investment of $775.00.
Meals and Activities
Meals included in the tuition are eight breakfasts, eight lunches, afternoon breaks, and three receptions.
Cancellation Policy
If written cancellation is received by CMC & Associates more than 30 days before the start of the program, a full refund, less the cost of any materials already sent and credit card fees, will be returned. If cancellation is received at least two weeks before the program start date, but less than 30 days from the start date, a 50% refund will be given. No refunds will be given for cancellations received less than two weeks prior to the program. Qualified substitutes will be permitted provided the substitutes information has been submitted to CMC & Associates in time to approve the candidate prior to the chosen institute.