Leadership Circle FAQ

IYSL Leadership Circles focus on curated, small-group collaboration with structured discussions, accountability, and peer-driven problem-solving, unlike broad membership organizations.

Members gain new perspectives, leadership insights, problem-solving skills, and access to a strong support network.

Benefits include structured discussions, expert-led presentations, networking, industry insights, seat at the annual conference and access to leadership development resources.

An ideal candidate is a high-performing youth sports leader with a proven track record, a commitment to collaboration, and a desire to enhance the youth sports experience.

Members are experienced youth sports executives who have demonstrated success, innovation, and leadership in club management.

Yes, members share common challenges and goals but are carefully selected to ensure diversity in geography and avoid direct competition.

Members are carefully chosen through an application and interview process to ensure compatibility, trust, and contribution to the group.

Yes, circles are composed of leaders with comparable roles and responsibilities to ensure relevant discussions and shared experiences.

The annual membership fee is $1,999, which includes meetings, networking opportunities, educational resources, and event access.

Circles meet eight times per year: four virtual meetings every 45 days, three extended virtual meetings every 90 days, and one in-person Circle Retreat.

Meetings are held virtually and in-person, with most being online and one annual in-person retreat.

Meetings follow a structured agenda, including leadership wins, updates, an insight presentation, issue discussions, and action planning.

Members use the Issues-Discuss-Solve (IDS) methodology to collaboratively address key challenges facing their clubs at every meeting.

Yes, members are expected to actively participate, share insights, contribute to discussions, and support their peers.

When a seat is vacated, members can nominate candidates, and IYSL presents up to three potential replacements for unanimous approval by the existing members.

Yes, members can be removed if they are no longer in a leadership role, fail to meet participation expectations, or through a vote by other members.

Yes, the process includes an application, an interview, and a selection process to ensure the right fit for the group.

Topics include best practices, industry trends, strategic leadership, business challenges, and club development.

Circles create a trusted environment where members form strong professional connections through shared experiences and peer collaboration.

Members are encouraged to engage in small group discussions, contribute to webinars, and collaborate on problem-solving initiatives.

The first 48 qualified Leadership Circle Members will receive a $1000 discount for the first year of membership.