LEAP Week 2023
A motivational entrepreneurship and leadership program at UCLA
for young adults
July 16th - 22nd, 2023
WHAT IS LEAP WEEK?
LEAP Week is an 6 day entrepreneurship and motivational leadership program which equips students with the knowledge, life skills, and confidence to achieve higher personal, academic, and professional goals.
LEAP Week’s curriculum helps youth identify their goals and is proven to develop the essential skills needed to achieve success.
LEAP Week brings incredible guest speakers and lectures to motivate participants and prepare them for success in college and their career.
2023 LEAP Week Program Options:
1. In-person Program at UCLA
- Daily curriculum July 16th - 21nd (the 22nd is a travel day).
- Small group meetings each day led by a LEAP Week alumni.
- Mentor workshop: 1-on-1 mentoring with business leaders and professionals from diverse fields and industries.
- Access to LEAP's online library of lectures, workshops, and speaker content.
- All meals included for the week.
- Housing is included in the cost.
2. Virtual Program:
- Daily online curriculum July 16th - 21st, various sessions between 8AM - 9PM.
- Access to LEAP's online library of lectures, workshops, and speaker content.
Want more information? Add your contact info to join our mailing list and/or set up a phone call with a staff member
CORE CURRICULUM COVERED AT LEAP WEEK
Goal Setting - Time Management - Interviewing - Self Confidence
Positive Self Talk - Mentorship
Effective Communication - Speechwriting - Gratitude
College Prep - Test Prep - How To Land A Job
...and so much more!
PREVIOUS SPEAKERS & MENTORS
Paula Abdul
Grammy Winning Singer, Dancer, & TV Personality
Usher
Singer, Songwriter, Dancer and Philanthropist
Jason Redman
Navy SEAL, entrepreneur, author, father and motivational speaker.
Apolo Ohno
Speed Skater, Most Decorated American Winter Olympian
Hannah Brown
Former Bachelorette, Miss Alabama USA 2018, & former 2018 LEAP Week participant
Jason Alexander
Emmy and Tony Winning Actor
Jim Kwik
World Expert in Memory Improvement
Jonathan Sprinkles
Top Motivational Keynote Speaker
Alison Levine
Mountain Climber, Sportswoman, Explorer and Leadership Consultant
Bibop Gresta
Co-Founder, Hyperloop Transportation Technologies
Taylor Zakhar Perez
Actor
Keith Ferrazzi
Author of Never Eat Alone and Leading Without Authority
Neha Gupta
Founder of College Shortcuts
Dr Michael Breus
Clinical Psychologist, Expert Sleep Specialist
Mike Jones
Investor and Entrepreneur
Jonathan Bennett
Actor and TV host
Kirstie Maldonado
Member of Grammy Winning Acapella Group Pentatonix
Kevin Olusola
Member of Grammy Winning Acapella Group Pentatonix
Darion Lowenstein
Consultant, Creative & Marketing Executive in Gaming
Dr Bill Dorfman
Dentist, Entrepreneur & Founder of The LEAP Foundation
SAMPLE SCHEDULE
LEAP Week will take place in person at UCLA's Luskin Conference Center and via video call and chat, on our online platform.
(All content is presented live in Pacific Standard Time and available for review after live session for each day is finished. Students in time zones )
Sunday, July 16th
3:00 PM: Welcome reception at UCLA
Monday, July 17th
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM: LEAP Week kickoff!, Core Curriculum Topic, Guest Speakers, Featured Videos
11:00 AM: Small group meeting
12:00 - 1:00 PM: Break
1:00 - 3:00PM: Guest Speakers, Core Curriculum Topic
Tuesday, July 18th
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM: Core Curriculum Topic, Guest Speakers, Featured Videos
11:00 AM: Small group meeting
12:00 - 1:00 PM: Break
1:00 - 3:00PM: Guest Speakers, Core Curriculum Topic
BUILT FOR EVERY STUDENT
LEAP Week graduates unlock the secrets to their own success and are able to confidently...
- LAND THEIR DREAM COLLEGE OR DREAM JOB
- GAIN FOCUS, CLARITY AND DRIVE
- CREATE A PLAN THEY CAN FOLLOW THROUGH ON
- MAKE LASTING RELATIONSHIPS AND GAIN NETWORKING SKILLS
- LEARN TO WORK SMARTER NOT HARDER
- MAKE THE VISION OF YOUR FUTURE A CONCRETE REALITY
TESTIMONIALS
GRADUATES
“I just wanted to say thank you for teaching me skills I never knew I needed. I’ve noticed a change in how I work with others, more confidence in public speaking, and far less anxiety about my future. I feel so much more prepared for landing a great summer internship!” -Monica London, Age 19, UCSD
“The tools I learned at LEAP and the friends and mentors I met during the program have played a huge role in what I've been able to accomplish in the years since. This program is a game changer." -Holly Ransom, Named in 100 Most Influential Australian Women
PARENTS
"The LEAP experience is truly amazing! Both of my children have attended LEAP, and it gave my kids the skills they needed to formulate their vision, achieve their goals, and to become successful young adults." -Dr. Laura Kelly with LEAP Alumni children Kaitlin (UC Berkeley Grad working at Genentech) and Connor (EMT on track to become a firefighter)
An amazing experience for our daughter who traveled there from New Hamshire (summer 2017). The event was also live streamed and Mom & Dad were glued to it all week. Can't thank Dr. Bill enough and the incredible LEAP staff for all they do. Hoping to have our other daughter attend in the years ahead as well. -Daniel Nolan, LEAP graduate parent
FAQ
When does the program begin?
LEAP Week will officially kick off at 3:00 PM on Sunday, July 16th for both live, in-person participants and online participants.
What precautions are being taken for COVID-19?
All in-person attendees will be required to follow UCLA guidelines.
What if I am not in the same time zone?
All sessions will be available to participants after they air live. Any participant who is not able to attend the small group can request to be in a group more suitable to their time zone.
What will each session include?
Every morning and afternoon session will be engaging and interactive, and will include videos, live presenters, interviews, and opportunities for audience participation.
Deadline to Enroll?
July 1st, 2023
