WHAT IS THE HACR Yhca PROGRAM?
For over 39 years, HACR has been a driving force behind the advancement of talent in Corporate America—partnering with leading companies across industries to deliver the data, insights, and tools needed to build truly inclusive workplaces. We don’t just track progress—we accelerate it. Through our strategic focus on Employment, Procurement, Philanthropy, and Governance, HACR champions companies that lead with inclusion and empowers those striving to strengthen representation at every level.
Our proprietary HACR YHCA program is a powerful, high-impact leadership development experience built to propel rising talent into the executive ranks. It’s more than a program—it’s a pipeline for the next generation of inclusive corporate leaders.
THE 2026 APPLICATION PROCESS IS NOW CLOSED!
WHO ATTENDS?
Each year, this program accepts nominees from Fortune 500 and/or HACR Corporate Member companies aged 25 to 40. HACR YHCA candidates are selected based on their demonstrated leadership qualities and capabilities at their respective corporations. They must also be active participants in community service.
Candidates are role models for other rising Fortune 500 executives and lead the way in establishing a new standard of excellence in Corporate America. To date, over 1,645 candidates have been nominated, with more than 700 selected as finalists. Many alumni have made their mark as executives in various industries.
