Leadership Howard County

Join us for our next Thought Leaders Program session, "The Intersection of Business and a Liberal Arts Education," on Thursday, Oct. 24. We're thrilled to welcome Mary Ann Scully, dean of Loyola University Maryland's Sellinger School of Business & Management. Discover her insights on the impact of liberal arts education on business and the future of higher education. More details to come!

Stay connected and involved with LHC this year and pay your membership dues. Remain active to keep accessing the resources and networking opportunities that make our community thrive. Renew your membership here: https://buff.ly/3S6vHbN

It’s time to discover which LHC class will be crowned the “Best Class Ever”! Keep making a positive impact in the community and log your activities for points using this form: https://buff.ly/3Mhq0Ew This year, in honor of the winning class, LHC will donate to their chosen charity. Submit your activities by Sept. 30; winners will be announced at LHC’s “A Night of Illuminating Leadership” event on Nov. 13.

Our members are making big moves! Jodi Benning, LP '21, recently assumed the role of board chair for Girls on the Run International. She is also joined by fellow LHC alum, DeNae Dutton, LP '22, as treasurer, and Katie Sedney, LP '22, as secretary. Chuck Bubeck, LP '13, and Patrick Wynn, LP '15 recently launched LBK Partners, LLC. LHC Board Member, Jennifer Jones, CEO, of Howard County EDA, was among the "Women Who Mean Business" honorees by the Baltimore Business Journal. Tim Keogh, LP '22, joined SAHOURI INSURANCE, headquarters in McLean Va. Congratulations!

Mark your calendars for LHC’s General Membership Kick-Off Breakfast on Sept. 18, featuring Shelley Lombardo, president of Evergreen Advisors. Join us at The Meeting House from 8 to 10 a.m. to hear Shelley discuss actionable strategies for enhancing your brand, fostering innovation and building stronger networks by actively engaging in the community. To learn more and register, visit: https://buff.ly/3WJYCnq

Save the date! Don't miss our upcoming Thought Leaders Program session on Thursday, Oct. 24. We're excited to host Mary Ann Scully, dean of Loyola University Maryland's Loyola University Maryland Sellinger School of Business and Management where she will discuss “The Intersection of Business and a Liberal Arts Education." Join us as she discusses mastering educational skills to help ready young leaders for lives of impact. Stay tuned for more details!

Elevate your skills with Leadership Essentials 2025, a dynamic six-month program crafted for emerging leaders. Unleash your potential through coaching, skill-building and community projects. Join Loyola University Maryland tomorrow, Aug. 15, for their first virtual Information Session at 9 a.m. To learn more, visit: https://buff.ly/3RYeGR6

Join LHC in supporting the Bright Minds Foundation/Prepare for Success "Stuff the Bus" school supply drive during Maryland's tax-free week. This event will take place on Friday, Aug. 16, from 2 to 7 p.m. at the Walmart Supercenter in Ellicott City. Individuals and groups of adult or youth volunteers are encouraged to sign up and help with this event or donate supplies! Learn more: https://buff.ly/3T9QfRt

Let's help Howard County students start the school year strong! Prepare for Success (PFS) needs volunteers to pack backpacks and sort school supplies for over 4,000 students this month. LHC invites you to make a difference in our community—sign up to volunteer today: https://buff.ly/3WFI4Nz

As we start FY25 at LHC, it’s time to pay your membership dues! Stay engaged with our community of leaders and continue to benefit from exclusive events and opportunities. Don’t let your membership go idle! Renew today: https://buff.ly/3S6vHbN