Leadership Tri-Cities

Every year, Leadership Tri-Cities gathers a diverse set of 25 to 30 leaders to form a class and learn from the top executives in our community. Our program provides an unparalleled and immersive learning experience, developing knowledgeable leaders to serve our community and become catalysts for positive change. Thank you to the following people for participating in the video! 1) Anne Spilman, Executive Director with the Academy of Children's Theatre 2) Steven Barrientes, Cinematographer with Time Magic Studios and creator of video. 3) Gabriel Portugal, President of the Tri-Cities LULAC Council 4) Paul D. Casey, Executive Director at Leadership Tri-Cities and Founder of Growing Forward Services 5) Michael Novakovich, CDME, President and CEO of Columbia Industries 6) Rebekah Woods, President of Columbia Basin College 7) Chris Wagar, Associate Professor at Columbia Basin College 8) Brian Ace, CEO of Boys & Girls Club of Benton and Franklin Counties

Amber Maiden is the Operations Director at the Arts Center Task Force and is a member of Leadership Tri-Cities Class XXVIII. She describes her superpower as flexibility. Here are 6 questions with Amber! ???????????????? ??: ???????? ?????????????? ?????? ???????? ?????????? ???????????????????? ??????-????????????? What excites me the most is the opportunity to develop my skills personally and professionally while also learning from other community professionals. ???????????????? ??: ???? ?????? ?????????? ???????? ?????? ????????????, ?????? ?????????? ???? ????? Bruce Walter Timm He?is an American artist, animator, writer, producer, and director renowned for his pivotal role in developing the DC Animated Universe. He co-created acclaimed series such as "Batman: The Animated Series," "Superman: The Animated Series," and "Justice League," and introduced iconic characters like Harley Quinn. ???????????????? ??: ???????? ???????? ???? ???????????????? ?????????? ???????????? ?????????? ???? ?????? ?????? ???? ???????????????? ??????? Driven and passionate. ???????????????? ??: ???????? ???? ?????? ?????????????? ?????? ?????????? ???? ?????????????? ???? ???????? ???? ???? ?????? ??????-????????????? One project I would be excited about is a mentoring program for high schoolers. I had the opportunity to participate in a Delta High School Career Day and Mock Interviews. It was a great experience helping the students prepare for job interviews and answering questions about the workforce. Want to learn more about Amber, click here: https://lnkd.in/gN-gxibR

On December 6, you can listen to Holley Sowards, Director, Einan's at Sunset Gardens and LTC Alumnus! Link to purchase tickets: https://lnkd.in/g2bsNV94 ?????????????? ???? ?????????? What:?LTC – First Friday! When: Friday, December 6, 2024. Noon -1pm (sign in starts at 11:45 a.m.) Where:?Kenmore Building, 9025 W. Tucannon Ave, Kennewick Speaker:?Holley Sowards Cost:?$20 for members of the alumni association; $25 for non-members of the LTC alumni association; $30 for members of the general public. Lunch?will be provided. Holley Sowards was born and raised in the Tri-Cities. She attended Washington State University (WSU) in Vancouver receiving her Bachelor’s with specific emphasis in management, operations, human resources, and finance. She is also a Graduate of Leadership Tri-Cities Class XVIII. Holley grew up in a family with an entrepreneurial mindset which has helped her to understand the importance of customer service. It’s also helped her look for innovative ways to enhance the overall experience families have when they come to any of the Sunset Gardens Group of Companies. Einan's at Sunset also has a big update. “After 30 years in the funeral home business—18 of which were developing Hillcrest Funerals and Cremation—Blaze and Adrianna Titus decided it was time to retire to spend more time with family, pursue other passions, and participate in a mission,” explained Holley Sowards, Director of Operations for Einan’s Funeral Homes, “We were honored that they not only invited us to participate in the bidding process but chose us because they believed we hold the same values— commitment to the community, exceptional service, and the desire to find a way to serve every family.”

Abigail Runner is the Volunteer Support Manager for the Girl Scouts of Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho and is a member of Leadership Tri-Cities Class XXVIII. She describes here superpower as travel planning, saying "I have a knack for creating well-organized travel itineraries that blend the company of friends, exploration of new destinations, and enjoyment of excellent food. It’s a joy to see plans come together in a way that maximizes enjoyment and creates lasting memories." Want to learn more about Abby? Click here! https://lnkd.in/dfCbSGjX

???????????????? ?????????? ?????? ???????????? – ?????????????? ?????? ?? ???????????????????? ???????????????? ??????! Leadership Tri-Cities extends a heartfelt thank you to all Veterans in our alumni community and beyond. We offer a special acknowledgment to one of our current Board Members, Heather Lee, a U.S. Navy Veteran and proud Leadership Tri-Cities Class 22 alumna, now serving as a Senior Loan Consultant with New American Funding. Heather’s specializes in helping Veterans become homeowners. Thank you, Heather, and thank you to all Veterans in our Alumni family.

Thank you to our November First Friday speakers! We had an insightful conversation with Laurie Jackson - the CEO of Tri-Cities Chaplaincy. During the talk, we learned that they have helped over 954 hospice patients in 2023 and clocked over 4,893 volunteer hours. The Mission of Tri-Cities Chaplaincy is to "guide our community members to live their best lives, even and especially through the end of life." Also, a special thank you to Reza Kaleel, the Chief Executive Officer of Kadlec, for being a sponsor and sharing his insights during the lunch. Kadlec, a pillar of our community since 1944, with over 4,000 caregivers and volunteers, continues to serve the people of Mid-Columbia, connecting us all in a shared mission of care and service.

???????? ?????????????? ???? ???????????????????? ??????-????????????' ?????? ?????????????????? ????????????????? Leadership Tri-Cities (LTC) is thrilled to announce Anne Spilman as our new Executive Director. A proud alumna of Class 22, Anne has also contributed to LTC as the Arts and Culture Day Session Director and as Vice Chair of the Board. Anne joins us after 10 years as the Executive Director of the Academy of Children's Theatre (ACT). In a letter shared today, ACT’s Board of Directors praised Anne’s profound impact on both ACT and the broader Tri-Cities community: ?“Since taking on the role of Executive Director,?Anne?has been a guiding force in ACT’s growth and development. Under her stewardship, ACT has expanded its reach, strengthened its programming, and remained a vibrant, vital part of the arts community in the Tri-Cities.?She has also made major contributions to realizing ACT's dream of building an in-house theater setting. Her commitment to nurturing young talent, fostering creativity, and ensuring ACT’s long-term success has been remarkable. Anne will work closely with our current Executive Director, Paul Casey, throughout the next few months, officially assuming her role on January 1, 2025. In a conversation with Anne, she described her excitement for her new role: “Leadership Tri-Cities offers such a personalized, professional growth experience to its participants, and I’m over the moon to give back to the organization that has meant so much to me. I’m excited to support future classes in finding their own unique moments that will positively shape their lives,” said Anne. We look forward to this new chapter and will keep our alumni and community friends updated in the coming weeks. Please join us in welcoming Anne Spilman to her new role with LTC!

Leadership Tri-Cities is hosting LTC First Friday Lunch for November with Laurie Jackson. Make sure to attend it on November 1.

Join us on November 1st for First Friday Lunch & Networking with guest speaker, Laurie Jackson, Chief Executive Officer, Tri-Cities Chaplaincy.

??????-???????????? ??????-??????????????: ???????? ???????????? ???? ???????????? ???????? ?????? ?????? ???????????????????? ??????-???????????? ?????????? ????’?? ??????????????! Do you know a non-profit who could benefit from an LTC partnership project? Leadership Tri-Cities Class 28 is accepting Requests for Proposals from Tri-Cities based organizations. And the deadline is almost here – October 21, 2024. Find the link to the RFP here: https://lnkd.in/d-rn5mZj Want to see a video of a past project? Here’s the fundraiser, Class 26 put on for Domestic Violence Services of Benton and Franklin Counties: https://lnkd.in/gsiqyYTg Video Credit: Time Magic Studios