Chamber Announces 2022-2023 Leadership University Class Participants
Chamber Announces 2022-2023 Leadership University Class Participants
JACKSON, TN - July 12, 2022 - The Jackson Chamber is pleased to announce the applicants selected for its 2022-2023 Leadership University class. Leadership University is a leadership development program for high school juniors who demonstrate leadership potential. Sponsored by the Jackson Chamber, Union University, University of Memphis – Lambuth, Alan Brown State Farm, Bank of Jackson, Leaders Credit Union, and XMC, Inc.
The class will participate in an information session in mid-July to get acquainted and find out more about what their Leadership University experience will entail. The session will be led by Leadership University Chair Heather Witherspoon and Vice-Chair Alan Brown. Later this month, Leadership University class members will start with an opening retreat at Camp Mack Morris in Camden, TN.
“To say that I’m excited about this year’s class would be an understatement,” says Lauren Saliba, Director of Leadership Development for the Jackson Chamber. “We have a fantastic group of talented young people. It’s going to be fun as we get to know them and see their leadership skills grow. Leadership University does a phenomenal job of taking its students inside Jackson in ways they would never have otherwise experienced. They will build lifelong friendships and learn leadership skills to help empower their future. Our Leadership University board works hard to create a fulfilling experience.”
Class members will meet monthly for sessions on various topics. A leadership skill-building component is incorporated into each session. Leaders in key areas, such as health care, criminal justice, economic development, education, and government will share an overview of the present state, challenges, and future vision. This information provides the class with a broad understanding of the inter-workings of Jackson-Madison County and a big picture view. It also engages them in a self-analysis of where they can best make a positive impact not only in their school, but in the community as well.
The 2022-2023 Leadership University class includes:
Ximena Acosta, Madison Academic High School
Luke Barnard, Faith Home School Tutorial
Becca Basham, Trinity Christian Academy
Callie Bates, Jackson Christian School
Ava Beller, University School of Jackson
Shelby Bond, Southside High School
William Brady, Augustine School
Sarah Brazzell, Liberty Technology Magnet High School
Jalen Brooks, Jackson Central-Merry Early College High School
Zoe Calhoun, Jackson Central-Merry Early College High School
Kendall Cardwell, Southside High School
Hayes Carney, University School of Jackson
Trent Carrier, Jackson Christian School
Gracie Chattin, Madison Academic Magnet High School
Morgan Chenault, Augustine School
Elizabeth Davenport, University School of Jackson
Brilee Davis, University School of Jackson
Jack Dearth, Trinity Christian Academy
Jacob Earney, Southside High School
Jessica Fincher, Madison Academic Magnet High School
Amelia Freeman, University School of Jackson
Emiliano Gonzalez, Madison Academic Magnet High School
Brandon Granillo, Madison Academic Magnet High School
Coda Greer, Madison Academic Magnet High School
Kailah Hamilton, Jackson Central-Merry Early College High School
Kristin Hennig, Madison Academic Magnet High School
Mia Horner, Jackson Christian School
Jaida Ingram, Jackson Central-Merry Early College High School
Katherine Larkins, Madison Academic Magnet High School
Londyn Lumas-Harmon, Sacred Heart of Jesus High School
Ali Kate McDonald, South Side High School
Olivia Murray, South Side High School
Julia Nichols, Madison Academic Magnet High School
J’Lynn Paige, South Side High School
Patience Patrick, Jackson Central-Merry High School
Mariam Putt, Augustine School
Paulo Santisteban, Sacred Heart of Jesus High School
Katie Smith, Trinity Christian Academy
Claire Whybrew, University School of Jackson
Ashlyn Willis, Sacred of Heart Jesus High School
About the Jackson Chamber:
The Jackson Chamber was founded in 1905 – seven years prior to the United States Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber consists of a diverse and talented staff, an executive committee, dedicated volunteers, and more than 1,350 business members – all committed to growing the economy and quality of life for everyone in Madison County and the region.To learn more about the Jackson Chamber, visit jacksontn.com/chamber. To learn more about Leadership University, visit leadershipjackson.com.
