Leadership Amarillo & Canyon

At Leadership Amarillo & Canyon, our mission is to strengthen the community by developing and empowering leaders. Since 1981, we’ve been educating individuals who are committed to making a meaningful difference in Amarillo and Canyon.

Our flagship program, which runs from September through May, offers participants a unique opportunity to grow through leadership development, professional networking, community awareness, and social responsibility. Participants meet one day each month to engage with local businesses, explore key industries, and connect with leaders from the civic, corporate, and nonprofit sectors.

This immersive experience encourages critical thinking on current political, economic, and social issues while offering insight into the challenges our community faces. Through partnerships with a variety of local organizations, participants gain a deeper understanding of government operations, regional economic drivers, poverty-related issues, and the cultural richness that defines our area.

This transformative journey will challenge how you view your community, your business, and your role as a leader.

Teen Leadership Amarillo & Canyon (TLAC) is a youth-focused initiative of Leadership Amarillo & Canyon, designed to equip high school juniors and seniors with the leadership skills needed to become future of our community.

TLAC empowers students to discover their potential to create positive change in their schools and communities. Throughout the program, students connect over shared goals, while learning to value diverse perspectives, talents, and backgrounds.

With leadership sessions facilitated by West Texas A&M University trainers, students participate in engaging workshops, hands-on activities, and visits to local businesses and service organizations. TLAC provides a strong foundation for the next generation of leaders in Amarillo and Canyon.

Honor Lisa Blake’s Legacy. Empower Tomorrow’s Leaders.

After years of dedicated service, Lisa Blake, Executive Director of Leadership Amarillo & Canyon, has retired — leaving behind a legacy of leadership, compassion, and unwavering commitment to our community.

To honor Lisa’s incredible impact, we invite you to support a cause she holds especially close to her heart: Teen Leadership Amarillo & Canyon (TLAC).

Under Lisa’s leadership, TLAC has grown into a transformative opportunity that inspires students to think critically, lead boldly, and serve with purpose. Your gift will ensure that this legacy continues for years to come.

Give in Honor of Lisa. Invest in the Future.

By making a contribution to TLAC in honor of Lisa Blake, you’re not just celebrating a career dedicated to leadership — you’re helping shape the next generation of changemakers.  Your donation will expand program capacity to reach more youth across our community.  

Together, let’s celebrate Lisa’s retirement by continuing the work she’s so passionate about. 

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Contact Missy Macon, Executive Director  |  missy@leadershipamarillo.org 

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Office: One First United Parkway, Suite 200, Amarillo Texas

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Mail Address: P.O. Box 52171, Amarillo TX 79159

Website: leadershipamarillo.org