The solution for HBA Corporate Partners to accelerate the development, advancement, and visibility of their talent pool.
The Ambassador Program is the HBA’s flagship global corporate initiative for leadership development. Serving as a resource for all levels of HBA Corporate Partners* (except Accelerator and Elevate-level partnerships), it offers leadership immersion to address gaps in current professional development opportunities. The program transcends existing ERGs, aiming to elevate women to influential decision-making roles.
The program facilitates meaningful connections and collaboration for HBA’s Corporate Partners to:
- Exchange and implement best practices on equity and inclusion
- Build a sense of community and strengthen professional networks among participants, enhancing HBA's reach both internally within organizations and externally across industries
- Inspire executives to take active roles as allies and sponsors, reinforcing their dedication to advancing equity and inclusion
- Maximize global reach and impact by expanding our proven programs to regions where your workforce seeks enhanced leadership development and professional growth opportunities
*Available in the 2024 HBA Purple, Gold, and Silver-level partnership packages
How It Works
The HBA Ambassador Program is a 12-month, self-directed leadership development initiative for 15-30 emerging leaders who are HBA members. Integrated seamlessly into the workday—whether in-office or virtual—the program is designed to accelerate participants' career growth. Through the guidance and support of the HBA and HBA-trained volunteer Advisors, the "Ambassadors" will focus on:
- Setting and achieving individual development goals to prepare for the next step in their career progressions
- Collaborating on group initiatives that enable Ambassadors to explore their leadership potential in innovative ways, delivering positive impacts and benefits throughout the organization
This structure ensures participants gain valuable leadership experience while contributing meaningfully to their workplace.
Results for the Ambassadors:
- Significant cross-functional exposure
- Visibility
- Confidence-boosting autonomy
- Customized leadership development
- Accelerated advancement
Results for the Company:
- An engaged HBA Community internally
- Customized task force for strategic priorities
- Showcases inclusion initiatives
- Positive impacts from group initiatives
- Develops, diversifies, and retains talent
Since 2012, the HBA Ambassador Program has expanded to over 50 programs across the globe and impacted the development of thousands of individuals.
What sets the HBA Ambassador Program apart?
Watch the video below to watch a recent informational session.
Click here to download the presentation deck.
Ready to get started? The HBA launches Ambassador Programs during designated launch windows each year. The next launch windows are listed below, along with deadlines for submitting your intent to launch via our Activation Form. Please use the Getting Started Resource Kit to help set you up for success.
May 2025 Launch Window
Deadline for Activation Forms: 15 March, 2025
October 2025 Launch Window
Deadline for Activation Forms: 31 July, 2025
Interested in learning more about the HBA Ambassador Program?
The HBA will hold informational sessions in June 2025 - details to follow.
Interested in purchasing an Ambassador Program a la carte? Please click here.
Already have a program and want to explore our exclusive program offerings? Visit our Ambassador Learning Center to peruse Master Classes and Coaching to enhance your experience.
Questions? Please contact your account manager or email us.