The Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce congratulates the fifth cohort of the Leadership Connect program. These business professionals were chosen through a competitive application process based on their civic and professional accomplishments and commitment to community engagement.

The Leadership Connect program is designed for small business professionals to engage the next generation of community and business leaders. During the six-month program, participants will receive access to topic experts and opportunities to dialogue amongst peers and CEOs well-versed in community leadership.

2024 Leadership Connect Cohort:

  • Alicia Bailey, Moment of Creation Studio
  • Charmin Bates, Creative Girls Rock
  • Zoe Beckham, Pivot: School Improvement Leaders
  • Quawn Clark, Pivot Technology School
  • Jeff Learned, Next Level Solutions
  • Leigh Lindsey, McNeely Brockman Public Relations
  • Carlos Partee, The Nashville Black Market
  • Dr. Contrecia Tharpe, FayeVaughn Creative
  • Billy Walker Jr., Elavon Payment Solutions
  • Jenna Wolf, The Lotus Room Ayurveda

Read more about the 2024 Leadership Connect Cohort here.