Emerging Leaders

Level Up Your Network— Naturally.

Skip the stuffy conference rooms and connect with sustainability-minded professionals at Desert Botanical Garden. Emerging Leaders (45 and under) enjoy exclusive, after-work events where nature meets purpose.

The Garden is evolving, just like the Valley, and you can be part of what’s next. If conservation, community and the future of the desert matters to you, this is your opportunity to engage, grow and make an impact.

Level Up Your Network— Naturally.

Skip the stuffy conference rooms and connect with sustainability-minded professionals at Desert Botanical Garden. Emerging Leaders (45 and under) enjoy exclusive, after-work events where nature meets purpose.

The Garden is evolving, just like the Valley, and you can be part of what’s next. If conservation, community and the future of the desert matters to you, this is your opportunity to engage, grow and make an impact.

Members Receive VIP Invites to Exclusive, After-Work Events at the Garden:

  • All core Garden membership benefits for you and your Bestie/Spouse/Situationship
  • Six free guest passes
  • Grow your plant squad with a special invitation to the exclusive Patrons Circle Plant Sale Preview & Picnic
  • Explore our conservation work with a behind-the-scenes tour
  • Yearly volunteer day

Need a Bit More Convincing?

The Garden is evolving, just like the Valley, and you can be part of what’s next. If conservation, community and the future of the desert matters to you, this is your opportunity to engage, grow and make an impact.

As a part of this group, you’ll receive VIP invitations to Emerging Leaders Events.

Signature Emerging Leaders Events

Super Bloom Opening Weekend
Friday, Oct. 9

50th Anniversary Plant Sale Preview & Picnic
Wednesday, Oct. 21

Mixer with Valley Young Professionals (VYP)
Thursday, Oct. 22

Spring Celebration
Saturday, March 6

September 2027, TBA

Emerging Leaders

Networking Socials

Fall Social
Monday, Nov. 16
Garden-wide theme: Monday Sips & Strolls 

Winter Social
Thurs., Jan. 14, 2027
Garden-wide theme: Sunset Socials

Spring Social
Wednesday, April 7
Garden-wide theme: Wednesday Dog Night

Summer Social , TBA
Garden-wide theme: Desert Mornings Step Club

*Calendar subject to change

Membership is Available in Three Options to Fit Your Budget.

Sign-up for $40/month, $113/quarter, $450/year. Ready to join? Fill out the form below and we’ll be in touch with more details about this program.

Still Have Questions?

We’d love to hear from you. Call 480.941.3517 or email [email protected].

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