Leaders

''After constructing an Elite Academy, you can manage all of the leaders you've acquired. You can increase their EXP or level through rigorous training by collecting special items.''

Description
Leaders are the Commanders, Officials, and Scientists of the game. They will lead your fleets, govern your station, conduct Surveys of other sectors, and run missions in Situations. Most leaders are specialized in one of the three main categories (always the one they belong too), but they may have Skills that would suit them for another roll.

Leaders can be upgraded by using Leader EXP.