Leadership Washington County

Our strong community, supported by leaders

written by CHRISTINA WILLIAMS

DIRECTOR OF GRADUATE ENGAGEMENT FOR LEADERSHIP WASHINGTON COUNTY

We are extremely excited to introduce the Class of 2021. This group is ready to engage and learn about Washington County.

— Brian Albert, Washington County Government/ Dept of Emergency Services

— Angie Auldridge, Hagerstown Community College

— Jenny Bakos, Washington County Free Library

— Chelsea Bleigh, CNB Bank Inc.

— Brielle Bodoh, JLG Industries Inc.

— Luann Brechbill, Star Community

— Amy Butts, Bowman Development Corp.

— Allison Dillow, United Way of Washington County, MD

— Baranda Dixon, Fiserv

— Kim Duncan, OnTrack Washington County, MD

— Stephanie Edwards, West Market LLC

— Tina Fraley, Self-employed

— Christina Grove, Edward Jones Investments

— Amy Gulino, Habitat for Humanity of Washington County

— Tim Haines, Washington County Public Schools

— Elisa Hermes, San Mar Family & Community Services

— Stacy Horst, Breast Cancer Awareness - Cumberland Valley Inc.

— Jena Judd, Meritus Health

— Allison Keller, Carson Wealth Management

— Denise Kleppe, Conagra Brands

— Andrew Lewis, Hagerstown Police Department

— Jennifer Marsh, Meritus Health

— Denver Martin, SEK CPAs & Advisors

— Genie Massey, Frederick County Public Schools

— Cory McKinney, Gaye McGovern's Insurance Agency

— Stacy Michael, Spaulding Ridge

— Angela Miles, Miles & Smith CPAs PLLC

— Kenny Miller, M&T Bank

— Kandie Nield, Jamison Door Company

— Melissa Noel, The Yarn Shop

— Krystle O'Brien, My Pristine Clean LLC

— Jonathan Parrish, Maryland Symphony Orchestra

— Maddison Rinehold, JLG Industries Inc.

— Jimmy Rowland, Outdoor Contractors Inc.

— Joshua Thomas, Innovative Inc.

— Ashley Whaley, Hagerstown Community College

— Joretta Willard, Fiserv

— Billy Woods, Community Rescue Service

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Did you know that the Leadership Hagerstown and Leadership Washington County experience doesn’t end with graduation? We have a notable network of alumni, and create engaging opportunities for them to continue networking and learning about our county after program completion. We encourage graduates to become members and partake in additional opportunities that yield new connections and additional ways to invest in our community.

Graduates can join as members for a discounted rate of $60 on Tuesday, Sept. 22, during Washington County Gives and show their continued support of the organization.

This year, leading up to Washington County Gives, we are counting the ways that it pays to be a member:

Networking…

“I love the amount of networking opportunities available through LWC planned events. I get to see my classmates and make new connections with other LWC grads." – Autumn Brown, LWC Class 31 (2018)

“By being a graduate member, I have had the opportunity to engage with LWC alumni from prior years and partake in awesome networking opportunities." – Diana Stone, LWC Class 28 (2015)

Education…

“I really appreciate the educational opportunities LWC holds for graduates and community members. These events and presentations help us all stay engaged and educated on timely topics affecting our community." – Tim Troxell, LH Class 11 (1998)

Community…

“As an engaged graduate member, you will continue to learn the county's strengths and weaknesses, its pain points and the gems you had NO idea were right in your backyard. Most importantly, you learn where you can help in the areas you are most passionate." – Shelley McIntire, LWC Class 30 (2017)

Investment…

“There are few investments an entrepreneur can make that can offer the type of return like investing in LWC. The networking opportunities and the ability to call myself an LWC alumni have helped my business, my professional growth and have fostered an environment that has created lifelong friendships. Above all, LWC has allowed me to be a better me for our community!” – Tereance Moore, LWC Class 32 (2019)

Connection…

“The connections that I made with my classmates are invaluable! As a graduate member, I have the opportunity to see my classmates at LWC-planned events and connect with additional LWC graduates.” – Laura Wallace, LWC Class 30 (2017)

“Leadership showed me that it’s about more than the quantity of people you know in this community, but about the quality of the connections you form through this experience.” – Tim Luipersbeck, LWC Class 31 (2018)

Exclusivity…

“The LWC program provides an exclusivity of current circumstances that directly impact local needs and resources. As a graduate member, I have also been able to partake in exclusive opportunities, such as discounted photography with Melanie Anderson." – Chris Howlett, LWC Class 30 (2017)

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We are extremely grateful to our graduates who join as members, and this year, we are excited to recognize each of them with an LWC lapel pin. Members who donate $100 or more will receive additional gifts as a token of our appreciation. We are so proud of our alumni and all that they continue to do to make our community a better place.

To find out more about Leadership Washington County, our application process and upcoming events, go to leadershipwashingtoncounty.org. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @leadershipwc. Sign up for e-news on our Graduates Connect page: leadershipwashingtoncounty.org/graduates-connect.

CHRISTINA WILLIAMS

DIRECTOR OF GRADUATE ENGAGEMENT FOR LEADERSHIP WASHINGTON COUNTY