07/24/2026
Introducing the Leadership Clarksville Class of 2027!
Leadership Clarksville is pleased to announce the members of its Class of 2027, welcoming a distinguished group of local professionals representing a wide range of industries and organizations throughout the Clarksville-Montgomery County community.
Now entering its 39th year, Leadership Clarksville continues its tradition of developing informed, engaged leaders through an immersive program that provides participants with firsthand access to the institutions, organizations, and decision-makers shaping the region's future. Throughout the year, class members will explore topics including local government, economic development, education, healthcare, public safety, infrastructure, business, nonprofit leadership, and the arts.
"Each class brings together individuals with unique experiences and a shared commitment to making our community stronger," said Michael Kasitz, executive director of Leadership Clarksville. "The Class of 2027 reflects the depth of talent and leadership found across Clarksville and Montgomery County. We're excited to watch these participants build meaningful relationships, broaden their understanding of our community, and grow as collaborative leaders."
The Leadership Clarksville Class of 2027:
Danielle Adair, Judicial Administrative Assistant, TN Administrative Office of the Courts
Suzanne Adkisson, Account Manager, Blood Assurance
Chad Brooks, Dean of the Graduate School, APSU
Christopher Colburn, Owner / Operator, C&D Tool & Storage
Mitchell Cordova, Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs,
APSU
Peyton Craft, Financial Wellness Director, Fortera Credit Union
Alexandra Guerra, Branch Manager / Banking Officer, Planters Bank
Jennifer Hawkins, Operations Manager, Slate Farms
Marlon Heaston, Chief Executive Officer, New Purpose
Suzanne Hogan, Administrator, TN State Veterans Home
Deleann Holt, Owner / Director, Acro Dance Express, LLC
Hana Hyams, Commercial Real Estate Advisor, SVN Accel Commercial Real Estate
Kristen Jaggers, Regional Manager Community Impact, United Way of Greater Nashville
Rebecca Lyons, Senior Program Director, Clarksville Area YMCA
Antonio McCarver, Leader, Customer Delivery, Cisco Systems, Inc.
John McConnell, Dean of the College of Education, APSU
Blake Monroe, Senior Director of Sales, Visit Clarksville
Jill Moore, Chief Experience Officer, Tiberon Services
Teya Moore, Resource Juvenile Coordinator, Montgomery County
Erin Morton, Sr. Director of Corporate Relations & Strategic Alliances, APSU
R. Wayne Pinckley, Principle Consultant, Elire, LLC
Eve Rice, Director of Nursing, APSU
Cynthia Richards, Assistant Director, Montgomery County Adult Probation
JaCenda Robinson, Assistant VP & Chief Human Resources Officer, APSU
Ramanjit Sahi, Professor, APSU
Bo Sibal, Site Manager, Waste Connections
David D. Smith, Director – Veterans Treatment Court, Montgomery County
Whitney Swallows, Director of Admissions, Clarksville Academy
Clarissa Tucker, Program Manager – Neighborhood & Community Services, City of Clarksville
Elizabeth Vincent, Director of Continuous Improvement, CMCSS
Cassie Wheeler, Finance Director, Montgomery County
Angela Whittley, Executive Pastor, Christian House of Praise, Inc.
Rob Yates, Risk Advisor, Higgins Insurance
Analosa Young, Deputy Director, Clarksville Housing Authority
Leadership Clarksville has long served as a catalyst for civic engagement by connecting emerging and established leaders with the people, challenges, and opportunities that define the community. Alumni of the program continue to make significant contributions across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors.
"Our participants don't just learn about the community, they become part of the conversations and partnerships that help shape its future," Kasitz said. "We look forward to seeing the impact this class will make both during the program and for years to come."
For more information about Leadership Clarksville or future class opportunities, contact Michael Kasitz at 931-645-3322, email [email protected], or visit www.leadershipclarksville.com.
