Live
13-14 February, 2026
Masonic
Leadership academy
Join us in shaping the future of Minnesota Freemasonry— strong lodges begin with strong leaders.
Investing now ensures your future leaders are prepared and empowered.
The Grand Lodge of Minnesota is excited to announce the expanded Masonic Leadership Academy, a dynamic program designed to develop, inspire, and prepare the next generation of Masonic leaders.
This newly enhanced offering now features three distinct leadership tracks tailored to your current or future role.
Training Tracks
LEADERSHIP I
formerly the JW Conference
Focused on building a strong foundation for leadership, this session equips Junior Wardens and other emerging leaders with the tools, insights, and confidence they need to succeed as a principal officer in the Lodge.
LEADERSHIP II [new]
designed for Senior Wardens
Designed to prepare Senior Wardens for the responsibilities of the East, this course provides practical guidance, planning strategies, and leadership training to support a successful year as Worshipful Master.
Note: Leadership I is a prerequisite to attend Leadership II.
LEADERSHIP III
formerly the AD/DR Conference
Tailored for appointed and elected Grand Lodge Officers and representatives, this track offers training, resources, and strategic development to ensure alignment with statewide initiatives and strong support for our constituent lodges.
Note: Participation in Leadership GL is by invitation of the Deputy Grand Master.
What to expect at MLA
Tentative Schedule
Friday
8:30 Registration opens
9:30 Conference begins
9:45-10:45 Session 1
– Effective Planning (MLA1)
– Values, Mission, and Vision (MLA2)
10:45-11 Break
11:00-12:00 Session 2
– Group activity: developing your plan (MLA1)
– Strategic planning (MLA2)
12:00-13:00 Lunch
13:00-14:00 Session 3
– Importance of good ritual (MLA1)
– Activity: Master’s Trestleboard (MLA2)
14:00-14:15 Break
14:15-15:15 Session 4
– Guarding the West gate (MLA1)
– Grand Lodge Programs (MLA2)
15:15-15:45 Hotel check-in
15:45-16:45 Session 5
– MN Masonic Code (MLA1)
18:00-19:00 Social hour
19:00-21:00 Dinner & Keynote Speaker
Saturday
7:30-8:30 Breakfast buffet
8:30-8:45 Day 1 recap
8:45-9:45 Session 6
– Leadership (MLA1)
– Communication & Effective Listening (MLA2)
9:45-10:00 Break / Hotel check-out
10:0-11:00 Session 7
– Leadership Framework (MLA1)
– Negotiation & Conflict Resolution (MLA2)
11:00-12:00 Session 8
– Lodge Records Scanning (MLA1)
– Delegation & Decision Making (MLA2)
12:00-13:00 Lunch
13:00-14:00 Session 9
– Lodge Financial Management (MLA1)
– Selecting, Recruiting, Motivating, and Managing Volunteers (MLA2)
14:00-15:00 Session 10
– Conflict resolution (MLA1)
– Activity (Master’s Trestle Board completion) (MLA2)
15:00-16:00 Recap, photo, and prizes
16:00-16:30 Closing remarks
