34 local leaders selected for their outstanding leadership potential in the community.

Published Thursday, August 29, 2024

The Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce announced the 34 participants of the upcoming Leadership Bowling Green Class of 2025. The program is an exclusive opportunity for established and emerging leaders to become immersed in learning about our community. Leadership Bowling Green aims to ignite a passion for civic engagement and community leadership. Class members will EXPLORE the community, CONNECT with others, and INSPIRE to be a champion for Bowling Green.

Local business owner and Program Chair Justin Gearlds, a graduate of the class of 2019, shared, “We are excited to introduce the Leadership Bowling Class, anticipating a year of meaningful exploration, connection, and inspiration among this group of leaders. This program is an invaluable tool for business owners, offering unparalleled networking opportunities and fostering a deeper understanding of our community. By participating, business leaders can identify and leverage opportunities to elevate Bowling Green, benefiting not just their own enterprises but also the broader community.”

 

Michael Bean, City of Bowling Green, KY - Municipal Government

Morgan Billingsley, Scotty's Contracting and Stone, LLC

Kayla Bitner, Sublime Media Group

Jason Boyd, Chandler Real Estate

Bryce Burklow, National Corvette Museum

Lindsey Carter, Western Kentucky University

Jeni Chappell, Benefits Resource Group

Natalie Crawford, Houchens Insurance Group

Bryan Downing, Warren County KY Gov

Katie Dykes, Family Enrichment Center, Inc.

Jordan Eddings, LifeSkills, Inc.

Brandon Falknor, Graves Gilbert Clinic

Abril Garcia, Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce

John Halcomb, Walnut Grove Farms

Jamie Hayden, Lockshield Partners

Heath Holloman, Murphy Construction Group

Matt Hutcheson, Service One Credit Union

Danny Isaacs, Tennessee Valley Authority

Steve Jantz, Hospice of Southern Kentucky

Sarah Johnson, Warren County Public Schools

Corie Martin, Med Center Health

Jacob Merriman, City County Planning Commission

Kara Neidell, College Heights Foundation

Robert Neyenhaus, Stewart Richey

Kate Payton, ELPO Law

Laura Roper, RENEW by Optimum Rejuvenation

Brenner Sears, The Club at Olde Stone

Ervin Sorrell, Pinnacle Financial Partners

Caleb Speck, Barren River Area Development District

Jessica Chaney Steele, Pan-Oston

Daniel Tarnagda, Refuge Bowling Green

Davis Taylor, Franklin Bank & Trust Company

Brandon Vickous, Stewart Richey

Jessica Warren, WKU Public Radio

Leadership Bowling Green Class of 2025 premier partner is RENEW by OR.