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Join us in celebrating the graduating class of Leadership Carbon 2023
Carbon County, Pa – Leadership Carbon is proud to announce the graduation of its 2023 class! On Wednesday, May 10, from 5 – 7 p.m., the community is invited to join in the celebration of the 18th annual Leadership Carbon graduating class at the Lehighton American Legion Post 314. Tickets are now on sale until April 28. Visit https://tinyurl.com/LCclassof23.
Leadership Carbon is a premier adult leadership development program designed to cultivate knowledgeable, action-oriented community leaders through the exploration of important local issues and services, behind the scenes view of what makes Carbon work and build lasting relationships that empower classmates to come together to ensure a bright future for the county.
“Leadership Carbon provides resources and tools to be a productive influence in the betterment of Carbon County,” Program Facilitator and Assistant Director of Workforce Development for LCCC, Maureen Donovan said.
The 9-month long program was created in 2005 and has graduated over 191 students.
“Leadership Carbon is an amazing opportunity no matter where you’re at in your career,” said graduating class member Gabrielle Elsasser. “If you’re looking to take your career to the next level, or refine your leadership style, or looking for amazing networking opportunities and to make new friends or just make a positive impact in Carbon County, Leadership Carbon is for you!”
The Wednesday event showcases not only the graduates but the results of their teamwork for this year’s project, an inclusive Carbon County Community Calendar where organizations will be able to enter their events for the public to view. Guests will enjoy a family-style dinner of stuffed chicken breast, ham, filling, mashed potatoes, carrots, coleslaw, rolls and soft drinks. Singer/songwriter Damian Walck will serenade the crowd throughout the evening. Guests will also have the opportunity to enter raffles for a chance to win one-of-a-kind baskets donated from community businesses.
Tickets for the dinner event are $35 and include the graduation ceremony, meal, drink ticket, and desserts. Sponsorship opportunities are available. To purchase tickets, visit https://tinyurl.com/LCclassof23 by April 28, 2023.
Join us in congratulating 2023 Leadership Carbon graduates!
Zachery Christman The Jim Christman Team at Keller Williams
Gabrielle Elsasser Pencor
Nadine Fisher St. Luke’s Carbon Campus
Connie Hoffman Owner/Baker Wild & Free Bakery
Leah Jones The Jim Christman Team at Keller Williams
Myrisa Kates St. Luke’s Carbon Campus
Louisa Krause Mauch Chunk Trust
Marsha Macalush United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley
Alissa Mathisen St. Luke’s Carbon Campus
Jason Shellhammer County of Carbon
Emily Shook Pencor
Jodi Smale Lehigh Valley Hospital – Carbon
Tyler Smarr Mauch Chunk Trust
Tami Trimbur Lehigh Valley Hospital – Carbon
Terri Trotter CSF Buxmont Academy
Rhonda Wenrich
Leadership Carbon would like to thank its 2023 Class Graduation sponsors: Mauch Chunk Trust Company, Carbon County Community Foundation and L.E. Williams Printing. If you are interested in sponsoring this event, please email Bambi Elsasser or call the CCEDC Office (610) 379-5000.
Interested in joining the class of 2024 and finding out what all the buzz is about? Contact the Carbon Chamber and Economic Development office (610) 379-5000. Leadership Carbon offers a unique opportunity for community members to become future leaders and make a difference right here in Carbon County.
About The Carbon Chamber and Economic Development Corporation:
The members of the Carbon Chamber and Economic Development Corp. are a catalyst for continuously creating cooperative and prosperous businesses to enhance our community.
