Leadership Howard County Announcements

June 2024

“Do not follow where the path may lead. Go, instead, where there is no path and leave a trail.”

– Ralph Waldo Emerson

Plan to attend LHC’s General Membership Luncheon on Tuesday, June 18, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Meeting House. We're excited to be joined by Jennifer Jones, CEO of the Howard County Economic Development Authority who will share more about Howard County’s Tech Hub Designation and outline how EDA is catalyzing economic growth, supporting existing businesses, targeting new businesses, and working with stakeholders to set the vision and direction for Howard County, positioning it as a regional, national, and international business location. 

Celebrate LHC's newest class of graduates, Leadership Premier 2024! Mark your calendar and plan to attend our Graduation event on Thursday, June 20, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Howard County Conservancy (Woodstock location).

Join LHC on Monday, June 24, at 5:30 p.m., for an in-depth discussion with Tracy Broccolino, LP ’24, President of Howard County’s Community Action Council (CAC), about the latest findings from their recent needs assessment that reflects essential information about our community and is being used to inform CAC's efforts to best serve Howard County individuals, families, and children in need.

Cheers to summer! Please mark your calendars now and plan to join us for Happy Hour at the White Oak Tavern on Thursday, July 25, beginning at 4:30 p.m.; the first drink is included, courtesy of our sponsor, John Isaac, LP '92. 

Community Impact Projects (CIPs) are being sought for the FY25 program cycle. A CIP is identified by a host organization, typically a non-profit organization or government agency. The host organization identifies an organizational issue or challenge and class participants research and propose creative, sustainable solutions. This experience is designed to be mutually beneficial for the host organization and program participants, helping them better understand community needs and a deeper appreciation for community involvement. The final (virtual) information session will be held on Friday, June 7 from 9 to 10 a.m.

Please click here for additional details and to register; email Program Manager, Lisa Kim, with any questions.

Leadership Essentials 2024 Community Impact Project (CIP) presentations are underway! Two of the six CIP teams presented their findings and recommendations last week. Thank you and congratulations to the Graceful Heroes (Team Lead Tanika Ballista, April Willis, Mable Buchanan, Nicole Anderson, and Jonathan Rojas) for supporting Care for Your Health and The Fab (Team Lead Joanna Lake, Houston Harreld, Latrice Price, Robert Walker, and Nicole Brooks) for supporting Heritage Housing Partners.

We look forward to the remaining presentations over the next week before the Class of 2024 graduates on Thursday, June 6 at The Meeting House!

Recruitment for the Leadership Essentials' Women's Group has begun! Ladies - don't miss your chance to strengthen your leadership skills with a small cohort of supportive women. The Women's Group starts in September and combines 4 half-day sessions and 6 one-on-one coaching sessions with an experienced leadership coach. Session topics include: Defining Core Values, Leveraging Strengths, Leading Through Change, and Self-Advocacy led by some of your favorite LE instructors. Join Katherine Keefe, LP '17, and Lori Fuchs, LP '02, for a Virtual Information Session on Thursday, July 18 at 9 a.m. or Thursday, August 1 at 4 p.m. Prior LE or LP participation is not required. Click here for additional details, or email Katherine Keefe.

LEWG 2024 Flyer

Bright Minds Foundation, the education foundation of the Howard County Public School System (HCPSS), recently announced the launch of the HCPSS Alumni & Friends Network. Developed in partnership with HCPSS, this Network is designed to connect alumni, teachers, parents, and community members with ties to Howard County public schools. Learn more ...

Celebrate Hopeworks' 2024 publication of Dragonfly Arts magazine on Thursday, June 20 from 7 to 9 p.m. This FREE in-person evening provides a dynamic opportunity to experience the power of words and the vital role that the arts provide in promoting healing, awareness, and change. Click here for more details.

The next Class Connections will be distributed in mid-June. Remember to let LHC know how you are staying connected... please share your news/updates/photos with Karen Bryant.