Leadership La Porte County honored its Adult Class at a recent luncheon held at the Silver Palace in La Porte. Thirty-one community members were honored at the event for completing the program.
For the 39th year a group of La Porte County citizens have spent the past 9 months engaging in leadership skill-building, gaining information about La Porte County, and networking with local leaders. “The annual graduation celebrates and recognizes the leadership class as they prepare to use their knowledge to make a positive change in the community,” explains Monica Komasinski, Executive Director of Leadership La Porte County. “This year’s class raised the bar on community volunteerism. We enjoyed working with a group of enthusiastic and caring individuals who are dedicated to giving back to their community.”
Among the class contributions noted at the event was their outstanding achievement in community service projects. The group completed several projects including: collecting items for the Pax Center and Stepping Stone Shelter for Women, working at the Jackson Street Community Garden, day of service at Washington Park Zoo and spending time with residents at Sharing Meadows for games and fellowship.
Following the award presentation, the luncheon program concluded with the formal recognition of the 39th class members for completing the program, which included monthly sessions on a variety of community leadership topics. Board President Carrie Campbell and Vice President Jenn Wozniak distributed commemorative plaques to each graduate. Monica Komasinski challenged class members to stay connected to each other, to follow their passions, and to continue giving back to the community. She also recognized several class members for outstanding achievement. Lyz Lukac and Amanda Cleek received recognition for their outstanding volunteerism in support of Leadership’s annual Golf Outing. Amanda Cleek, Sarah Crizer & Jane Anabe received top honors for outstanding extra-curricular activity. The Leadership La Porte County Board of Directors nominated class member Ellen Meihofer to join the board of directors.
Leadership La Porte County’s mission is to inspire, develop, cultivate, and connect emerging and existing leaders to serve their diverse communities. Leadership La Porte County is committed to providing a forum for the development of community leaders, with programs for adults and youth. For more information on Leadership La Porte County, or to nominate an individual for the 40th Adult Program beginning in September, contact Leadership La Porte County at 325-8223, or email: info@leadershiplaportecounty.com .
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