Mark Your Calendars!

We're looking forward to your connecting, engaging, and being a part of the conversation at Leadership Howard County's (LHC's) programs, events, and initiatives being planned for the upcoming year.

General Membership Kicks Off With HCPSS

LHC's General Membership programming kicks off on Wednesday, September 20, beginning at 9 a.m. at The 3rd. Join us to learn more about HCPSS' initiatives being actualized in relation to requirements set forth by Maryland's Blueprint for the Future.

Event Schedule:

9 a.m. - Registration & Networking

9:25 a.m. - The program begins with introductory remarks by Dr. Michael Martirano, Superintendent, HCPSS, followed by a presentation with Tim Guy, LE '15, and Q&A.

Illuminate With Leadership

Tickets are now available for LHC's Illuminating Leadership event on Thursday, November 16 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at HCC's Horowitz Center.

This can't-miss, fun-filled, evening will include entertainment from award-winning comedy veteran, Robert Mac, along with recognition of some of our community's great leaders including, Key Leader, Zack Shariff, LP '12, and 2023's recipients of the Best Class Ever (BCE), and LHC's new Emerging Leader and Corporate Community Impact Awards.

Award nominations and BCE point submissions are due September 30. More information about the event, tickets, award nomination forms, and sponsorship opportunities may be found at the event details link below. Register today to take advantage of the earliest-bird ticket rate of $100. As a reminder, ticket prices increase to $115 tomorrow through October 31, and beginning November 1 through November 16, tickets will be $130; for non-profits with less than 25 employees, the ticket price will remain at $95.

Event Details

Thank you to all our members who supported LHC's first "Service Friday" last week to support Prepare for Success. Much appreciation to APL Federal Credit Union, Ron & Cyndi Gula, LP '16, Lori Fuchs, LP '02, and Sherrie Collins Witzke, LP '07. Pictured above (l-r) are David Koonce, LP '18, Blake Woodruff, David Woodruff, LP '20, Emily McCoy Bish, Judy Pittman, LP '90, Nikole McWright, Tracy Locke Kitt, LP '18, Katherine Keefe, LP '17, Lori Fuchs, LP '02, Tim Payne - and not pictured (because she was taking the picture, Shane' Gooding, LP '23).

Save the date for the next Service Friday which will take place on Friday, October 20, assisting LHC's LU students at various Howard County non-profits as part of their 3D-HC program experience. More details to be announced soon!

It's dues-renewal time. In case you missed receiving LHC's FY24 "Member Message", click here. Your continued support is much appreciated and is critical to fulfilling the organization's mission! Please direct any questions to either Karen Bryant or Tim Payne. Also, if you prefer to be invoiced, please click here.

Applications for Leadership Essentials 2024 are due October 9! Don’t miss this chance to invest in your company’s emerging leaders and rising stars! A diverse cohort of 25-30 emerging and mid-level leaders will benefit from the program's three core components: facilitated sessions on leadership topics, one-on-one leadership coaching, and a team-based community impact project.

The program runs from December 7, 2023, through June 6, 2024. A limited amount of financial aid is available for non-profit participants and entrepreneurs. For more details, click here or contact Katherine Keefe. Consider attending the final virtual information session on Friday, September 29, beginning at 9. a.m. - RSVPs are encouraged, but not required! Zoom Link, Meeting ID: 609 072 8986.

Announcements - Recognitions - Member Moves

Kris Broder, LP '01, has joined RCKRBX, as their Executive Vice President of Business Development.

Chief John Butler, LP '12, with Fairfax Virginia's Fire & Rescue Services, was recently named President of the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC). Read more ...

John Dunn, LP ' 07, is now the Chief Operating Officer with Johns Hopkins Regional Physicians (JHRP).

Lance Johnson, LP '22, has joined PNC Bank as their Vice President for Commercial Banking.

Congratulations to Louann Magi, LP '14, and L'IMAGE Design Studio for being acknowledged by Best of Howard Magazine's Honorable Mention - Best Interior Designer in Howard County.

Lisa Marini, LP '14, has started a new position as Co-Lead Nature Preschool Teacher at Nature Forward

Best wishes to Missy Mattey, LP '04, as she retires from HCC after a remarkable 42 years of service.

Jon Weinstein, LP ' 14, has joined the faculty at Loyola University Maryland Sellinger School of Business & Management as an Assistant Professor and will also serve as the Entrepreneur in Residence at the school's Simon Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship.

Community Events - Volunteer Opportunities

Join the Howard County Library System at the Longest Table on Saturday, September 30. This annual event brings together people for dinner and powerful conversations about our community. Learn more ...

As the number of older adults who rely on Neighbor Ride for transportation for medical appointments and other needs continues to rise sharply, additional volunteer drivers are urgently needed. Attend an orientation on Tuesday, September 19, beginning at

1 p.m., or schedule another day/time that works for you. Contact Patrice or Andrew at 410-884-7433 or, email volunteer@neighborride.org to sign up or schedule.

The community is invited to learn more about breast health at Pink Pathways: Navigating Women’s Breast Health in Howard County on Saturday, October 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center. Read more ...

Ignite Howard County is back! Mark your calendars for Monday, October 23 at Jailbreak Brewing Company from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Speaker and sponsorship opportunities are available, along with tickets. Contact Wendy Baird, LP '15 for more details, or click here to read more.