Your Vision. California’s Future.

Every great movement starts with a conversation. As a recognized leader, your insights are vital to understanding the evolving landscape of California. Share your story and prepare for your upcoming interview by providing your leadership background below.

Interview Intake Questionnaire

Thank you for participating in a California Leaders Interview. This brief questionnaire helps us prepare for a focused, meaningful conversation and ensures we accurately reflect your leadership perspective. You may answer in short paragraphs or bullet points.

Email*

First Name*

Last Name*

Title*

Company Name*

Phone*

City*

LinkedIn Profile Url*

What moment, decision, or experience most shaped the leader you are today? (This does not need to be your biggest success.)*

Was there a challenge, failure, or inflection point that changed how you lead? What did it teach you?*

How do you define leadership today — in practice, not theory?*

What values or principles guide your decision-making, especially when tradeoffs are hard?*

What is something about leadership that people often misunderstand?*

At a high level, what problem or mission does your work aim to address? (No need for technical detail — focus on purpose.)*

Who does your leadership ultimately serve? (Communities, employees, customers, future generations, etc.)*

What is a leadership lesson you’re still learning — not one you’ve already mastered?*

What advice would you offer to emerging leaders navigating uncertainty or growth?*

When you think about the next few years, what kind of leader do you aspire to be — beyond titles or roles?*

Is there anything you hope people better understand about you or your leadership approach?*

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