Leadership Oak Ridge

05/20/2026

We are incredibly proud to celebrate the graduation of the Leadership Oak Ridge Class of 2026!

A special congratulations to the following 36 individuals who represented this year's class:

Katie Andrews — ORNL/UT-Battelle
Chris Benson — ORNL Federal Credit Union
Jaymon Bell — Kairos Power
Adam Bishop — Isotek Systems, LLC
Levar Bryan — Centrus Energy Corp.
Chynna Campbell — ORNL Federal Credit Union
Laura Carrington — Carrington, LLC
Taylor Coggin — CNS Y-12
Erin Collins — Omega Technical Services
Will Conner — Kern Memorial United Methodist Church
Alyssa Cook — TN Out-Reach Center for Homeless (TORCH)
Courtney Cook — Ridgeview Behavioral Health
Javon Crane — Northwestern Mutual
Trevor Daugherty — Springdale Title, LLC
Lisa Downard — Oak Ridge Schools
Brett Ellis — ORNL/UT-Battelle
Travis Estep — City of Oak Ridge
Ryan Feeley — CNS Y-12
Alec Fritts — United Branding Supply, LLC
Michelle Goodson — Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU)
Liz Hall — Walton George Realty Group
Lindsay Hammill — UCOR / Reindustrialization
Sanchez Harley — CNS Y-12
Jeremy Huddleston — Oak Ridge Police Department
Brian Johnson — ORNL Federal Credit Union
Chris Kilby — Strata-G, LLC
Jennifer Lee — American Museum of Science and Energy (AMSE)
Hailey Lewis — East Tennessee Economic Council (ETEC)
Kelly Overbay — Methodist Medical Center
Seth Rodgers — City of Oak Ridge
Jim Sears — ORAU
James Seely — Patriot Builders LLC
Lauren Shaffer — Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU)
Angel Shumaker — Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce
Alexia Stewart — Navarro Research and Engineering
Lisa Wracker — Centrus Energy Corp.

A huge congratulations to the Leadership Oak Ridge Class of 2026 on their official graduation!

Over the past year, this exceptional group has invested their time, energy, and passion into understanding the unique opportunities and challenges facing our community. Today, they join a distinguished network of alumni dedicated to driving positive, lasting impact across Oak Ridge.

Thank you for your commitment to growth, collaboration, and civic leadership. We can’t wait to see how you apply your insights to shape the future of our region!

Interested in this premier professional development opportunity? The application is now live to join the next cohort (Aug. 2026 - May 2027): https://form.jotform.com/261376110078150

05/14/2026

⏰ Last call! Registration for Tuesday’s Leadership Oak Ridge Graduation Luncheon closes tomorrow at noon.

Join us as we celebrate the Leadership Oak Ridge Class of 2026 and recognize their accomplishments alongside Chamber members, alumni, and community leaders.

🎓 Tuesday, May 19 | 11:30 AM – 1 PM
📍 DoubleTree by Hilton Oak Ridge

📝 RSVP: https://app.asforms.net/api/as/5vlj3d

⏰ Reminder! The deadline to register for next Tuesday’s Leadership Oak Ridge Graduation Luncheon is tomorrow at noon.

Join us as we recognize the Leadership Oak Ridge Class of 2026 and celebrate the completion of another incredible year of leadership development in our community. Sponsored by ORNL Federal Credit Union, the luncheon will feature a catered meal, graduate recognition, and reflections from program leaders.

🎓 Leadership Oak Ridge Graduation Luncheon
📅 Tuesday, May 19
🕦 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
📍 DoubleTree by Hilton Oak Ridge

Graduates may invite one guest at no cost. Chamber members, alumni, and community partners are welcome to attend for $30.

📝 Register by Friday, May 15 at 12 p.m: https://app.asforms.net/api/as/5vlj3d

04/29/2026

The Leadership Oak Ridge Class of 2026 is getting ready to graduate, and we’d love for you to join us! 🎓

📅 Tuesday, May 19 | 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
📍 DoubleTree by Hilton Oak Ridge

Come celebrate with us over lunch as we wrap up our Leadership Oak Ridge experience.

Graduates may bring one guest at no cost. All others are welcome to attend for $30.

📝 RSVP by May 15 at 12 PM: https://app.asforms.net/api/as/5vlj3d

Join us as we celebrate the Leadership Oak Ridge Class of 2026 at their Graduation Luncheon sponsored by ORNL Federal Credit Union🎓

📅 Tuesday, May 19
🕦 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
📍 DoubleTree by Hilton Oak Ridge

Enjoy a catered lunch, an informal graduation ceremony, and remarks from program leaders as we recognize this year’s graduates.

Graduates may bring one guest at no additional cost. Chamber members, alumni, and community partners are invited to attend for $30.

📝 RSVP by 12 p.m. on Friday, May 15: https://app.asforms.net/api/as/5vlj3d

02/25/2026

02/19/2026

Leadership Oak Ridge Alumni — this is your reminder to RSVP for next Tuesday's Happy Hour! ⏰🍻
Register Here: https://app.asforms.net/api/as/kdy31l

Leadership Oak Ridge Alumni — this is your reminder to RSVP! ⏰🍻

The 2026 Leadership Oak Ridge Alumni Happy Hour at the William J. Wilcox K-25 Interpretive Center is right around the corner, and we don’t want you to miss it.

Join the CLCD Board for an evening of reconnecting, networking, and celebrating the impact of Leadership Oak Ridge. We’ll have a cash bar and refreshments from Classy Caterer, and a short program featuring Alan Lowe of the American Museum of Science and Energy and Lawrence Young of the Community Reuse Organization of East Tennessee - CROET. As CROET prepares to dissolve, this will be a meaningful chance to hear about its lasting impact on our community.

📅 Tuesday, February 24
⏰ 4:30–6:30 PM
📍 750 Enrichment Street
🚗 Parking GPS: 652 Enrichment Street

The event is free — just be sure to let us know you’re coming!
👉 RSVP here: https://app.asforms.net/api/as/kdy31l

And if you’d like to continue supporting and receiving LOR Alumni benefits, join the 2026 Alumni Association ($50) here: https://app.asforms.net/api/as/dw8wve

02/04/2026

Let's Catch Up!

Leadership Oak Ridge alumni, let’s get together. 🍻

The CLCD Board is hosting a 2026 Leadership Alumni Happy Hour at the William J. Wilcox K-25 Interpretive Center—an easygoing evening to catch up, swap stories, and connect with fellow alumni!

There will be a cash bar, refreshments, and a short program featuring Alan Lowe (American Museum of Science and Energy) and Lawrence Young (Community Reuse Organization of East Tennessee - CROET). With CROET preparing to dissolve, this is a timely opportunity to hear directly about the organization’s lasting impact on our community.

📅 Tuesday, Feb. 24 | 4:30–6:30 PM
📍 750 Enrichment Street
🚗 GPS for parking: 652 Enrichment Street

Hope to see lots of familiar faces—and a few new ones too. This event is free to attend. RSVP: https://app.asforms.net/api/as/kdy31l

To receive more LOR Alumni benefits, communications, and continue supporting this impactful program, join the 2026 Leadership Oak Ridge Alumni Association here ($50): https://app.asforms.net/api/as/dw8wve

08/19/2025

Class is now in session!!🥳

07/31/2025

Last chance to nominate!

🚨 Final Call: Leadership Oak Ridge Applications Close TODAY! 🚨
Only 3 spots remain for the Class of 2025–26 ⏳

Don’t miss your chance to grow as a leader, connect with changemakers, and gain a deeper understanding of Oak Ridge through exclusive experiences and leadership development with Chuck Carringer Executive Coaching, LLC.

✅ Build your network
✅ Explore local issues
✅ Sharpen your leadership skills

⏰ Apply by end of day: https://app.asforms.net/api/as/12xpde
(The online form will not open once the class is at full capacity)

This is your moment—step into it.

07/25/2025

⏳ One Week Left to Apply for Leadership Oak Ridge Class of 2025-26!

Time is running out to be part of the next Leadership Oak Ridge class. If you’re ready to grow as a leader, build meaningful connections, and make a lasting impact in our community—this is your opportunity.

The Class of 2025–2026 will embark on a 10-month journey led by Chuck Carringer Executive Coaching, LLC, featuring behind-the-scenes tours, immersive learning experiences, and thought-provoking conversations with regional leaders.

What you’ll gain:

A stronger connection to the Oak Ridge community
A deeper understanding of local issues and opportunities
Leadership tools that last a lifetime
A powerful professional network

Application Deadline: Next Thursday, July 31
Apply here: https://app.asforms.net/api/as/12xpde