Congratulations to the graduates of the 2023-2024 Leadership Lawrence County Adult & Youth Classes! Recently, these dedicated individuals completed their programs, marking the 32nd year of the Leadership Lawrence professional development opportunity.
As part of their commitment to bettering Lawrence County, this year’s Leadership Lawrence class embarked on a project to meet the needs and vision of Kid’s Place A Child Advocacy Center’s Bravery Bear Wall. Through fundraising efforts and ‘Bear Drives’ the class raised over 500+ bears for Kid’s Place. With their collective efforts, the class not only erected the Bravery Bear Wall but also installed a storage cabinet and additional containers to accommodate the growing number of bears.
The Leadership Lawrence program, tailored for Lawrence County residents, serves as a platform for developing leadership skills and deepening understanding of the local community. Through nine comprehensive sessions covering topics such as county history, government, and personal development, participants gain invaluable insights into life in Lawrence County.
Leadership Lawrence’s Class of 2023-2024
Riley Brown, Plant Controller, Graphic Packaging
Brady Cope, Relations Coordinator, C & B Linen/Wayne Halfway House Customer
Pamela Culp, Payroll Accountant, Lawrence County Budget Office
Alison Cunningham, Growth and Outreach, Southern Tennessee Regional Health System
Chris Davis, Director of Operations & Business Development, First Class Charter
Stephanie Edwards, Executive Director, Jubilee Trading Company
Melissa Febbroriello, Licensed Mental Health Counselor & Case Manager, Columbia State Community College
Christopher Hall, Consolidated Veterans Business Representative, TN Department of Labor
Jennifer Harold, Licensed Insurance Agent, Markus Insurance Agency, Inc.
Megan Harris, Site Director, Columbia State
Arin Hendrix, Merchandising Assistant, Edwards Oil Company/Quik Mart
Peggy Hine, Head Teller, Bank of Frankewing
Jacob Kinley Jones, Electric System Engineer, Lawrenceburg Utility Systems
Tori Jones, Assistant Branch Manager, Citizens Bank of Lawrence County
Laine McGee, Extension Agent, UT/TSU Extension
Nicole Miller, DEC Coordinator, LCSAP Coalition
Sam Short, Trust Officer, First Farmers and Merchants Bank
Heather Skelton, Office Manager, AllSource Transportation, LLC
Hope Thomason, Workforce Development Coordinator, Lawrence County School System
Christian Tyree, Administrative Assistant, Lawrence County Government
Jessica White, Mental Health Counselor, Kid’s Place A Child Advocacy Center
Candice Wilcoxson, Customer Care Specialist, CapStar Bank
Youth Leadership Lawrence is an eight-month program for high school juniors and seniors in Lawrence County. Throughout the eight months, students enhance their skills in leadership, professionalism, communication, and team building. In addition, participants learn about history, culture, business, manufacturing, and economic development while getting to know other students from other local high schools in the county. Participants build relationships and truly become a team with a common vision. Not only does it enhance cooperation among schools, but it also develops a greater sense of community pride.
Youth Leadership Lawrence’s Class of 2023-2024
Loretto High School
Karlie Campbell
Chloe Davis
Chloe Inman
Madaline Staggs
Lawrence County High School
Finley Boston
Emmery Holt
Truitt Kidd
Ansley Kizer
Georgianna Ricaurte-Whelan
Hudson Robey
Catherine Smith
Jocee Willis
Reagan Wisdom
Summertown High School
Chelsea Attkisson
Lilly Logue
Ava Wright
Gateway
Ava Killen
The Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce extends heartfelt congratulations to all Leadership Graduates! We applaud your dedication and contributions to the program, as well as the employers who supported your participation. May the relationships forged during this program continue to enrich your personal and professional endeavors.
You can find photos of the 2022-2023 Leadership Lawrence Classes here.
About the Chamber
The Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce is a network of businesses, industries, local governments, utilities, and private citizens that are committed to improving the quality of life in Lawrence County, Tennessee through economic development, community development, tourism marketing, and workforce development.
