Leadership Greater Huntsville

We are one month away from our annual LGH Holiday Homecoming on Wednesday, December 11th from 4:30 PM to 7 PM at The Belle at Stovehouse. This magical evening is the perfect opportunity to catch up with your classmates, form new connections with fellow alumni, and celebrate the holiday season in style! Expect a night full of festive cheer with live music setting the mood, delicious hors d'oeuvres, and a well-stocked beer and wine bar to keep the spirits high. This highly anticipated event is free for all alumni, and guests can join in on the fun for just $10. Don’t miss out on this chance to toast to the year with your LGH family. Be sure to RSVP and get ready for a night of great memories, laughter, and community. We can’t wait to see you there! Thank you to Beth Medley, Realtor - Keller Williams Realty for sponsoring this event! RSVP here: https://loom.ly/8sGmMBA

We are thrilled to welcome Focus Class 47! Over the next two days, these 32 outstanding individuals will engage in an immersive experience, hearing from over 50 local leaders, experts, and dedicated community servants about the challenges and opportunities facing our community. Join us in celebrating their journey and welcoming them to the LGH family! Take a look at the class directory here: https://loom.ly/6YGif7s

Join us for a 12@12 featuring Alison Kling (L-36), CEO of Free 2 Teach! Alison is deeply passionate about empowering teachers to equip and inspire every child in their classrooms. Under her leadership, Free 2 Teach has reached new heights, and we’re excited to hear her vision for the future of this impactful organization. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from an inspiring leader! We have a few spots left! Register here: https://loom.ly/HlFtq3k

It's time to highlight another new Legacy Level Member! Meet Paul Fall, a recent Flagship Class 37 graduate. Paul retired from the USAR in SEP2017, after 30 years of combined active and reserve service. He is in his 23rd year with SAIC, and is starting to see full retirement in the not-too-distant future. Paul lives in Harvest, AL, with his wife, Margaret, and their 18 month old chocolate cocker spaniel, little Otto. His favorite part of his LGH experience was getting to know others who are engaged in the greater Huntsville community. Thank you, Paul, for your support of LGH and our community!

Join us for a 12@12 with Alison Kling, L-36, CEO at Free2 Teach. Alison is passionate about investing in teachers so that they can equip and inspire every child in their classroom. Alison started her career in education as an elementary school teacher in New York City Public Schools with Teach for America. In addition to her undergraduate work, she holds a Master’s in Education (M.S.) from Hunter College and a Master’s of Divinity (M.Div.) from Princeton Theological Seminary as well as a certificate in Forced Migration Studies from Oxford University. Alison is a graduate of Leadership Flagship Class L-36 (#bestclassever). Register here: https://loom.ly/HlFtq3k

Mark your calendars! ?? We’re thrilled to invite you to our annual LGH Holiday Homecoming on Wednesday, December 11th, 2024, from 4:30 PM to 7 PM at The Belle at Stovehouse. Be sure to RSVP and get ready for a night of great memories, laughter, and community. We can’t wait to see you there! RSVP here: https://loom.ly/8sGmMBA

Last week, our L-38 Class had an inspiring day exploring how our Education System and Career & Technical Education (CTE) programs are shaping the future workforce! ?? The class toured James Clemens High School, Calhoun Community College, Drake State University, and Alabama A&M University, diving deep into CTE programs like automotive technology, health sciences, cybersecurity, and engineering. ????????? ?? From cutting-edge labs to student panels and industry-led discussions, we saw firsthand how these institutions are preparing students for college and careers in high-demand fields! The day wrapped up with a powerful discussion featuring superintendents from Madison City and Huntsville City Schools, focusing on the collaboration between education and workforce development to meet the needs of Huntsville’s growing economy. ???? Thank you to all our partners for an unforgettable day of learning and discovery! ??

Last Thursday, our C-27 Class had the incredible opportunity to step into the world of public safety! From touring the Huntsville Fire Training Grounds and learning about the life of a firefighter, to diving into the fast-paced operations at the Madison County 911 Center, every moment was an immersive experience. ?? We also got an inside look at the Huntsville Police Department , met the elite SWAT team, and watched a K-9 demonstration that showed the incredible skill of our canine officers in action. ???? Plus, the inspiring leadership insight from Chairman Mac McCutcheon and a powerful discussion on the impact we can all have on community safety with experts from law enforcement and advocacy groups. ???? Thank you to all the first responders, officers, and speakers who shared their time, skills, and wisdom with us. This day was a powerful reminder of the teamwork and dedication that keeps our community safe! ??

We have many new Legacy Level members! Today we want to recognize Chris Russell, F-9, L-18. Chris is a Wealth Advisor with Linscomb Wealth, a wholly owned subsidiary of Cadence Bank. Chris is married to attorney Sharon Doviet. Chris and Sharon have two children – Jackson (31) and Nathan (28). Chris previously served as the Chair of the Leadership Board and he received the Distinguished Leadership Award from the Association of Leadership Programs. He also helped start the Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville, serving as Board Chair for the first two years as well as other years following. "Leadership has been a very important part of my life - and I would love to support its continued outreach and impact in our community." Thank you, Chris, for supporting LGH our community!

Exciting conversations on collaboration and regional growth! ?? Today, we had the privilege of hearing from the CEO of Leadership Greater Huntsville, Christie Finley, and the CEO of Committee of 100, John Allen. Together, they shared insights on how organizations can partner to shape the future of our community. We are so grateful for this partnership!