PODCAST: Inside the U.S. Mint: Why Coins Still Matter with former Mint Directors Ed Moy and Academy Fellow Ventris Gibson Season 2 · Ep 48
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PODCAST: Inside the U.S. Mint: Why Coins Still Matter with former Mint Directors Ed Moy and Academy Fellow Ventris Gibson Season 2 · Ep 48
For the next generation of leaders who want to shape government—not simply work in it.
The Richardson Leadership Lab is an exclusive, invitation-only experience for a select group of undergraduate and graduate students nominated by their colleges and universities. Inspired by the legacy of Elliot L. Richardson, the Lab brings together emerging leaders with some of the most accomplished scholars and practitioners in public administration and public service.
This is not a traditional leadership program. It is an opportunity to learn directly from those who have been at the top of their fields, engage in candid conversations about leadership and public service, and begin building the relationships and perspective needed to lead in a complex and changing world.
Through interactive exercises, real-world scenarios, candid conversations, and mentorship, Lab participants will examine what it takes to lead with integrity, navigate difficult challenges, and make a meaningful difference in government and society.
Students selected for the Richardson Leadership Lab will:
The Richardson Leadership Lab is designed for students who see themselves as future leaders in government and public service—those who want to take on consequential challenges, change the field, and help build a government that works better.
Participants leave the Lab with:
As part of the Leadership Lab experience, selected students are invited to stay for the full National Conference, November 8–10, at no cost. The National Conference brings together leaders from government, academia, business, and the nonprofit sector to examine the most pressing issues facing public administration and the future of government.
For students who aspire to become the leaders who shape the future of public service, the Richardson Leadership Lab is an opportunity to start building those relationships and that perspective now.
Participation in the Richardson Leadership Lab is by nomination only. Students must be nominated by their college or university for consideration.
Nominations are due September 25, 2026.
Colleges and universities are encouraged to nominate undergraduate or graduate students who demonstrate exceptional leadership potential and a serious interest in public service, government, and creating meaningful change.
Nominate a student using the form below.
Date: November 8, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Location: National Academy of Sciences
2101 Constitution Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20418
Host: National Academy of Public Administration
A fireside discussion featuring nationally recognized public leaders sharing real-world lessons on ethical leadership, public trust, and navigating today’s challenges.
Fast-paced reflections from senior and rising leaders on topics including crisis leadership, rebuilding trust in institutions, innovation, and learning through failure.
Small-group discussions that connect students and early-career professionals directly with experienced public servants for meaningful dialogue and mentorship.
Leaders who've weathered the tough challenges and made the difficult choices will share their wisdom and experience in focused discussions to help guide the next generation of public service professionals.
This is designed for undergraduate and graduate students studying public administration and other related fields. Nominations are due September 25, 2026.
The Honorable Dr. Sesha Joi Moon, Cabinet Official, Governor Abigail Spanberger
The Honorable Dr. Sesha Joi Moon is the Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer for the Commonwealth of Virginia — serving as a Cabinet Official for Governor Abigail Spanberger. Her prior roles include Chief Impact Officer for Girl Scouts USA, Chief Diversity Officer for the National Institute of Standards & Technology at the U.S. Department of Commerce — and most notably, Chief Diversity Officer for the U.S. House of Representatives during the 117th & 118th Congresses. She has received the Washington Government Relations Group's Champion of Diversity Award, Martha’s Vineyard Chief Diversity Officer Summit's Trailblazer Award, Commerce Bronze Award for Superior Performance, and Commerce Spirit Award.
Admiral Thad Allen retired in 2010 as the 23rd Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard. Hepreviously served as the James Tyler Chair of Distinguished Leadership at the Coast Guard Academy and as Executive Vice President and Senior Executive Advisor at Booz Allen Hamilton. He currently is a Senior Executive Advisor at HudsonAnalytix. He serves as Chair of NASA’s Space Based Positioning, Navigation and Timing Advisory Board. He also serves on the Board of the Council of Foreign Relations, the Board of Visitors to the National Intelligence University, and the Comptroller General’s Advisory Committee. Previously, Admiral Allen led the unified federal response to Hurricanes Katrina and Rita and the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill. He also oversaw Coast Guard responses to the 9/11 attacks, Haitian Earthquake, and a number of other major Coast Guard operations in the course of his career. He is an Emeritus Board Member of the Coast Guard Foundation and the Partnership for Public Service. He is a Fellow in the National Academy of Public Administration. A 1971 graduate of the Coast Guard Academy he holds master’s degrees from The George Washington University and the MIT Sloan School. He has been awarded six honorary doctorate degrees.
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