Class News - Member Updates - Announcements July 2023

Upcoming Summer Events...

Join fellow alumni for an evening of casual conversation and networking on Thursday, July 27 from 5 to 7 pm at the White Oak Tavern, Ellicott City. Plan to drop in for a bit, or stay awhile - no advanced registration required. We hope to see you there!

Plan to join Leadership and alum, Josh Wasilewski, LP '16/LE '15, Principal of Howard County's newest high school, Guilford Park High School, on Tuesday, August 8 from 1 to 3 pm to go behind-the-scenes for a talk and tour of this impressive campus. Participants should plan to dress comfortably and be ready to walk!

Please note that attendance will be capped at 20.

Put a hold on your calendar now for A Night of Illuminating Leadership, Thursday, November 16 from 5:30 to 8:30 pm, This is certainly going to be a "can't miss" evening of fun, entertainment and recognition of some of our community's great leaders including, Key Leader, Zack Shariff, LP '12 and LHC's new honors, the Emerging Leader Award and the Corporate Community Impact Award. More details will be shared soon about the nomination process for both these awards, along with highlights about the event and sponsorship opportunities. Tickets on sale beginning August 1.

Special thanks to LHC's Title Sponsor, M&T Bank

The finish line for "Best Class Ever" has been extended to September 30! Class members are encouraged to continue doing great things in the community and log those activities for points; click here to access the tracking form. The BCE for 2023 will be announced at LHC's Illuminating Event, November 16. Stay tuned for more details!

It's time to renew your dues for FY24. In case you missed seeing LHC's FY24 Member Message,

click here . Please direct any questions to either Karen Bryant or Tim Payne.

Thank you for your continued support!

Loyola University Maryland is excited to announce the kickoff of Leadership Essentials 2024, a six-month leadership development program for emerging leaders offered through Loyola University Maryland, in collaboration with Leadership Howard County. From December 2023 through June 2024, a diverse cohort of approximately 25 individuals from the private, public, and nonprofit sectors will strengthen their leadership skills through full-day, skill-building sessions, leadership coaching, and a community service project.

Interested in learning more? Attend an upcoming virtual information session on August 10 at 8:30 am or September 14 at 5 pm (via Zoom). Please RSVP to Katherine Keefe Applications are due October 9. For more information, or to apply, visit the Leadership Essentials webpage; reach out to Katherine with any questions.

Congratulations to Roy, LP '04, & Susan Appletree, Co-Coordinators for Prepare for Success (PFS), who recently received the CommUNITY hand of Hope award. PFS distributes most of its backpacks to the HCPSS, but also supports the clients of a number of amazing local non-profits. Read more.

Congratulations to Karen Cherry, LP '15, who was first runner-up for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Maryland Visionary of the Year and also the recipient of the Research Pillar Award. Kudos to Karen for raising over $156,000 - along with the other candidates who collectively raised a record-setting $627,318.

Welcome Theresa Forgét, LP '23, to the Leadership Howard County Board of Directors.

Condolences to the family of Peter Horowitz, LP '93, who recently passed away on June 21, 2023 following a long battle with cancer. Read obituary.

Congratulations to Kevin Kelehan, LP '91, who recently received the Distinguished Maryland Real Property Practitioner Award from the Maryland State Bar Association. Read more.



Sheryl May, LP '22, was recently promoted to Assistant Director, Membership Group Engagement for United Way of Central Maryland.

Vera Simmons, LP '23, has been named Executive Director of Blossoms of Hope (BOH). Read more.

Congratulations to Su Sollers, LP '18, who was recently crowned Mrs. USA Classique Globe 2023.

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New leadership was recently elected for all Howard Rotary Clubs. Congratulations to LHC alum, Kashonna Holland Marrow, LP'17, (Columbia-Patuxent) and Becky Mangus, LP '04, (Columbia) who were among those named. For a full listing, please click here.

The popular free kids’ event series, Good Kid-izen, is held every other Saturday, from 10 am to noon, through August 19 at Color Burst Park.  Click here for details, the full schedule and to make reservations.

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Fit Series Summer continues at Color Burst Park with free fitness classes hosted by F45, YogaSix and Mayweather Boxing on Tuesdays, from 6:30 to 7:30 pm, through August 29. RSVP below as all classes fill up quickly:

• F45 Bootcamp here
• Mayweather Boxing & Fitness here
• YogaSix here

The first annual DoodleHATCH Festival is coming Saturday & Sunday, August 19 - 20, to the Long Reach Village Center. This one of a kind, family-friendly event will feature fantasy art attractions, live music, arts and crafts vendors, "real" mermaids, a "live" unicorn, and more. Click here for details.

OhanaHC is looking for 100 new mentors to meet their expanded program efforts. Click here to learn more!

The Howard County Department of Community Resources & Services, in conjunction with the Children & Families' Office of the Local Children's Board, is hosting the Unity in the Community Resource Fair Saturday, July 29 from 11 am to 3 pm at the East Columbia Library Park, 6600 Cradlerock Way, Columbia, Click here for more information.

HCPSS is hosting a job fair Saturday, July 29 from 10 am to 3 pm at Burleigh Manor Middle School, 4200 Centennial Lane, Ellicott City. Advanced registration is required, please click here; individuals will have the opportunity to apply for available employment opportunities and may have the chance to interview with hiring managers or school administrators. All attendees are encouraged to complete an online application prior to attending the job fair. Human resources staff will be on site to assist attendees, as needed. Interested candidates may learn more online about all HCPSS vacancies and employment opportunities.   

The Department of Planning & Zoning continues to seek the community's input on HoCo By Design, Howard County's long-range, visionary document that guides land use, growth, and development decisions every ten years. Remaining public hearings are scheduled for July 19 & September 20. Click here for the full General Plan calendar.

HCL's HiTech Summer 2023 continues through August 4 at the East Columbia, Elkridge, and Savage branches. Visit the HiTech website to learn more and access the registration calendar for the variety of classes being offered.