Leadership Tomorrow

🌈✨In this moment, community and connection are more important than ever. This past week, we’ve felt the power of our LT network—reconnecting with alumni and meeting potential new LT’ers. None of this could happen without our incredible alumni! Special thank you to LT alumni who hosted last week's LT neighborhood meet-ups: Mari Tamiyasu, LT’24, Ron Milam, LT’24, Ben Spicer, LT'24, JB Gibson, LT’24, Kimberly Miyazawa Frank, LT'22, Jessica Paul Werner, LT'05, Lindsey T. H. Jackson, LT'24, Lisa Dawson, LT’08, Kathryn Pursch Cornforth, LT’24. We’re also grateful to Davis Wright Tremaine LLP for hosting Tuesday’s Private Sector Recruitment Event and to our incredible alumni who showed up as LT ambassadors, sharing their experiences and inspiring future leaders. And a special thank you to Brady Walkinshaw, LT’12 and Noisy Creek for hosting last night’s Queer Alumni + Allies Happy Hour and Recruitment Event. To everyone who attended, brought a friend, and helped expand our LT community—thank you! ✨These moments remind us that leadership is a shared journey, and together, we are stronger. Together, we can make our communities more resilient and equitable. • LT Alumni: Submit nominations for LT’26 here ➡️https://lnkd.in/gd5c3Bqz • Interested in LT? Visit our website for more information and to attend an upcoming info session ➡️https://lnkd.in/geBa2_Hx Brent Droze, LT'24, Tiffani Lambie, LT'24, Becky Witmer, MBA, LT'16, Becky Elias, LT'24, Kevin Quaid, LT'24, Brie Adderley, LT'23, Ronnie Henderson, LT'16, Mary Pugh, LT'86, Greg Wilson, LT'22, Cassie Byerly, LT'23, Dylan Rhoads, LT'20, Jessica Borusky, LT'24, Dean Allsopp, LT'24, Cindil Redick-Ponte, LT'24, Stephen Alexander, K. Darrow Brown, CEAP, LICSW

🎉Exciting news! 🎉 We’re thrilled to welcome Paola Maranan, LT’97 to the Leadership Tomorrow team as our Flagship Program Manager! She will work closely with C. Marie Taylor, MBA, LT'23 to plan and execute the 10-month Flagship Program. Paola brings extensive experience in racial equity and leadership development, having previously served as a consultant and as the Executive Director of Children's Alliance. Please join us in giving Paola a warm welcome! 👏 Read her bio here➡️ https://lnkd.in/gcinhuUS #LeadershipTomorrow #NewTeamMember #WelcomePaola

On this final day of Black History Month, we are proud to celebrate one of our outstanding alumni, Maria McDaniel, LT’14. We invite you to read Maria’s reflections on what Black History Month means to her, the Black leaders who have shaped her journey, and her approach to leadership. ✨“Black history is history!” ✨“Leadership is not about being in front. It is about bringing others along with you and setting examples on how to bring about change.” A heartfelt thank you to Maria for generously sharing her insights and experiences with the LT community! #BlackHistoryMonth #StrongerTogether #LeadershipTomorrowAlumni

✨We’re excited for this Thursday’s Meet Your LT Neighbor! With recruitment season in full swing, we encourage you to bring a friend or colleague who might be interested in Leadership Tomorrow. There’s still time to register for one of our six locations. It’s free to sign up, just cover your own food and drinks. Come connect, catch up, and meet fellow LT alumni and prospective applicants! 🔷Ballard | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Obec Brewing | Hosted by Bindiya Patel, LT's Executive Director 🔷Columbia City/Seward Park | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Chuck’s Hop Shop | Hosted by Mari Tamiyasu, LT'24 and Ron Milam, LT'24 🔷Downtown Seattle | 5-7:30 p.m. | Washington Athletic Club | Hosted by Ben Spicer, LT'24 and JB Gibson, LT'24 🔷Mercer Island | 7-8:30 p.m. | Crawlspace | Hosted by Kimberly Miyazawa Frank, LT'22 🔷Shoreline | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Ridgecrest Public House | Hosted by Jessica Paul Werner, LT’05 and Lindsey T. H. Jackson, LT'24 🔷West Seattle/White Center | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | The Bridge | Hosted by Lisa Dawson, LT'08 and Kathryn Pursch Cornforth, LT'24 Register here ➡️https://lnkd.in/g9GR633h We hope to see you there!

Where will you be in February 2026? Will you be one of the amazing humans who took the brave step of applying to and joining Leadership Tomorrow's Flagship Program? Will you be connecting with 79 courageous leaders every month? Will you be finding new ways of having impact in our community? Come check out one of our info sessions or recruiting parties in the next six weeks! Tag other folks who might want to join you!

📢Applications Open for Leadership Tomorrow Class of 2026! Participating in Leadership Tomorrow’s Flagship Program is a transformative 10-month experience for Puget Sound leaders from the nonprofit, private, and public sectors where you will build career-enhancing skills, a stronger network, and a deeper understanding of our region’s opportunities and challenges. Graduates are prepared to drive positive change, advance in their careers, and lead with purpose and impact. ✨Potential Applicants: Applications are due April 7 by 8 p.m. Visit our website for details and to register for an information session or recruitment event➡️https://lnkd.in/geBa2_Hx 🔥LT Alumni: Nominate your friends and colleagues who might be interested in Leadership Tomorrow➡️https://lnkd.in/gd5c3Bqz Francesca Holme, LT'25, Andrea Anderson, LT'20, Dylan Rhoads,LT'20, Desiree’ Wilkins Finch, MA, LT'20, Rashelle Tanner, LT'12, Marcus Glasper, CDP, CDE®, LT'20, Nykeesha Griffin, LT'20, Nancy Sanabria (she/her), LT'20, dae shogren, LT'24, Cindil Redick-Ponte, LT'24, John S. Henry, CPA, CMA, CTP, LT'24, Stephen Alexander, LT'24, Lindsey T. H. Jackson, LT'24

📢This Wednesday, LT'24's Lindsey T. H. Jackson and an all-star panel—including honorary LT Dr. Ben Danielson—will discuss the pressing issue of capitalism in healthcare. LT alumni don’t miss out! Use promo code TOMORROW for a discounted ticket. Register here ➡️https://lnkd.in/gJMsKuQk

🎉Congratulations to Lonnie Lusardo, LT’90! Lonnie is this month’s winner of a $100 Starbucks gift card for nominating candidates for LT’26! ☕ Thank you, Lonnie, for helping us connect with inspiring leaders. Nominations are how we reach most of the people who apply for Leadership Tomorrow. Your recommendations ensure we continue to cultivate a network of inclusive, courageous leaders from the nonprofit, private, and public sectors who are ready to address our region’s toughest challenges. Know someone who would be a great fit for LT? Nominate them today! ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gTbzxx88 Applications open Monday, February 3 and are due Monday, April 7 before 8 p.m. Special thanks to our alumni who have already submitted nominations, including Sara Levin, LT’04, Aaron Parker, MSW, MHP, LT'17, Lisa Phair, LT'24, Gabriela Denise Frank, LT’14, Rosalinda M., LT’16, Dean Allsopp, LT’24, and many others! #LeadershipTomorrow #LT26 #NominateALeader

🎉Leadership Tomorrow is honored to be one of Microsoft’s 50 for 50 grantees! 🎉 We are grateful for our partnership with Microsoft to cultivate, inspire, connect, and catalyze cross-sector leaders who work together for collective impact. We are thrilled to share this recognition with other incredible organizations like Refugee Women’s Alliance (ReWA), PEPS, The Vera Project, and many more! Thank you, Microsoft, for your commitment to leadership and community! #OneFutureOneSound @microsoftwastate

LT Alumni: How will You gather, learn, and take action in 2025? Please insert your ideas and plans in the comments below to inspire others! #TogetherWeThrive