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:

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.
Save the Dates for the 2026-2027 season:

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

Networking Socials:

Emerging Leaders

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

Spring Social  
Wednesday, April 7
Garden-wide theme: Dog Nights at the Garden

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].