The target audience for participation in the program is men and women who are rising to positions of leadership in agricultural organizations and who are active in their local communities. Enrollment in the Program is highly selective and limited to 30 participants per class. Each applicant completes a comprehensive application, followed by a personal interview with regional committees comprised of respected leaders, businesspersons and elected officials. Final selections are made by the CALC board. The program is designed as a series of seminars, held over a two-year period.
Seminars last three to four days and are conducted in various locations around Colorado.
The exception to this pattern is a national seminar of seven days in Washington D. C. during the first year and an international seminar of fourteen days during the second program year. Active learning and interaction with key leaders are emphasized.