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This 10-month leadership development program is designed to identify and cultivate individuals with the interest and potential to serve in our community's many leadership roles.

✨ Meet Kathleen Barrera | LAC ### Class Director ✨We’re excited to introduce Kathleen Barrera, the Class Director for Le...
10/06/2026

✨ Meet Kathleen Barrera | LAC ### Class Director ✨

We’re excited to introduce Kathleen Barrera, the Class Director for Leadership Aransas County Class ###!

Kathleen serves as the Deputy Director of Rockport Center for the Arts. She also serves as Secretary on the Board of the Association of Fundraising Professionals South Texas Chapter and is a member of the Rockport-Fulton Education Foundation Board.

Kathleen has a big heart for educational attainment, positive childhood experiences, and open access to arts and culture. Her work and community involvement reflect her belief that strong communities are built when people have opportunities to learn, connect, create, and thrive.

Kathleen is also a proud graduate of Leadership Aransas County Class XXIX and is excited to now help guide the LAC ### experience.

When asked about this year’s class, Kathleen shared:

“LAC ### is a dynamic group of business owners, entrepreneurs, nonprofit professionals, and community advocates. I have no doubt that this group will learn from one another, grow together, and go far — both individually and collectively — as they continue finding new ways to make a meaningful impact in Aransas County.”

We’re so grateful to have Kathleen helping lead the way for LAC Class ### and can’t wait to see where this incredible group goes! 💙✨

Here’s to an amazing year for LAC ###! 👏

✨ Meet Lisa Kliebert | LAC Class ### ✨We’re excited to introduce Lisa Kliebert, a member of Leadership Aransas County Cl...
10/06/2026

✨ Meet Lisa Kliebert | LAC Class ### ✨

We’re excited to introduce Lisa Kliebert, a member of Leadership Aransas County Class ###!

Lisa is a Realtor with Luce Properties in Rockport and has been actively involved in the Rockport-Fulton community since she and her husband, Glenn, moved to Rockport in 2013.

Lisa serves as the Membership Director of the Rockport Country Club HOA, is a founding member of the Rockport Rockettes, a Little Bay Sea Queen, a member of the Rockport Chamber of Commerce, and serves on the Odyssey Board of Directors.

For Lisa, volunteerism is the heartbeat of every community, and she is always happy to give her time and energy to events and causes throughout Aransas County. One of her greatest passions is animal rescue, and she works tirelessly to encourage fostering, adoption, and rescue. She is also a proud pet mom to two rescues, Marley Lou and Sassy. 🐾❤️

Lisa holds both a bachelor’s and master’s degree from the University of the Incarnate Word and believes that education and knowledge have played an important role in shaping her as a leader.

Lisa feels incredibly blessed and grateful to be part of LAC Class ### and is looking forward to seeing how the class grows together, learns from one another, and shapes each other throughout the experience.

She lives by the words:

“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” — Mahatma Gandhi

We’re so grateful to have Lisa’s heart for service, passion for her community, and love for animals as part of LAC Class ###! 💙

Help us welcome Lisa to LAC ###! 👏🐾

✨ Meet Lauren Gimler-Peterson | LAC Class ### ✨We’re excited to introduce Lauren Gimler-Peterson, a member of Leadership...
10/06/2026

✨ Meet Lauren Gimler-Peterson | LAC Class ### ✨

We’re excited to introduce Lauren Gimler-Peterson, a member of Leadership Aransas County Class ###!

Lauren is an Account Executive with The Knot Worldwide, where she works closely with venue accounts and builds strong relationships within the wedding and events industry. She has a passion for bringing people together, creating meaningful experiences, and making a positive impact in the community she calls home.

Lauren currently serves on the Board of Leading Ladies and has been an active member of the Rockport-Fulton Young Professionals since 2011. She is also heavily involved with the Rockport-Fulton Chamber of Commerce, volunteering her time with community committees and events, including SeaFair and the Hummingbird Festival.

For Lauren, leadership is about more than holding a title — it’s about showing up, getting involved, supporting others, and leaving your community better than you found it.

When asked how she hopes LAC ### will be remembered, Lauren shared:

“I’d like LAC ### to be remembered as the ‘Best Class Ever.’ I think we will all move forward from this experience and bring those positive vibes to the classes that come after us. My goal is for us to make a difference, inspire others, and continue bringing beauty, positivity, and growth to Rockport-Fulton.”

We’re so excited to have Lauren’s energy, experience, and passion for bringing people together as part of LAC Class ###! 💙✨

Help us welcome Lauren to LAC ###! 👏

✨ Meet Jamison Parker | LAC Class ### ✨We’re excited to introduce Jamison Parker, a member of Leadership Aransas County ...
10/03/2026

✨ Meet Jamison Parker | LAC Class ### ✨

We’re excited to introduce Jamison Parker, a member of Leadership Aransas County Class ###!

Jamison is a Coastal Bend entrepreneur who owns Shark Roofing and Rockport Tiki Boats, and is also a licensed fishing guide. He is a Silver Champion member of the Rockport-Fulton Chamber of Commerce and is passionate about supporting local youth and community organizations.

Jamison proudly supports the Rockport-Fulton Pirates Booster Club as a Gold Sponsor and gives back to local Little League and Third Coast Youth Soccer teams.

He recently joined the Young Professionals Group and is looking forward to building more relationships focused on the youth and future businesses of Aransas County.

When asked how he hopes LAC ### will be remembered, Jamison shared:

“I want to be remembered as the group that always showed up and brought the biggest amount of positive energy with them while being true leaders in the community. We are here because we truly care about this town and the people who live here.”

Jamison has no doubt that the goals and tasks LAC ### sets for itself will be reached through the hard work and dedication of the group.

We’re excited to have Jamison’s energy, entrepreneurial spirit, and commitment to our community as part of LAC Class ###! 💙

Help us welcome Jamison to LAC ###! 👏

✨ Meet Kelsey Renteria | LAC Class ### ✨We’re excited to introduce Kelsey Renteria, a member of Leadership Aransas Count...
10/03/2026

✨ Meet Kelsey Renteria | LAC Class ### ✨

We’re excited to introduce Kelsey Renteria, a member of Leadership Aransas County Class ###!

Kelsey serves as the Sales & Marketing Manager for Hogan Homes and is actively involved in the Coastal Bend’s homebuilding and young professional communities. She is an Associate Council Member for the Coastal Bend Home Builders Association, Chair of Young Professionals for the Coastal Bend Home Builders Association, and a Rockport Chamber of Commerce Young Professional member.

When asked how she hopes LAC ### will be remembered, Kelsey shared:

“I’d like LAC ### to be remembered as a class with good vibes and pizazz! I hope we learn to be good leaders amongst our peers, organizations and community. I hope we’re remembered as smiling faces who were always there with solutions and good intentions!”

Most importantly, Kelsey hopes the class is remembered for making a difference in our community while also making a difference in each other’s lives. 💙

We’re excited to have Kelsey’s energy, positivity, and passion for community as part of LAC Class ###!

Help us welcome Kelsey to LAC ###! 👏✨

✨ Meet Kacy Miller | LAC Class ### ✨We’re excited to introduce Kacy Miller, a member of Leadership Aransas County Class ...
10/02/2026

✨ Meet Kacy Miller | LAC Class ### ✨

We’re excited to introduce Kacy Miller, a member of Leadership Aransas County Class ###!

Kacy is the Co-Founder and Board President of The Well Rockport, an organization dedicated to helping women facing domestic violence by providing resources and education. She also serves as Board Secretary for Rockport Little Theatre.

When asked what she hopes to gain from her LAC experience, Kacy shared:

“I want to step outside my comfort zone, learn more about the community I’m proud to call home, build meaningful connections, and get to know my 12 awesome classmates better along the way.”

Kacy is looking forward to learning, growing, and discovering new ways to make a positive impact in our community — together.

We’re so excited to have Kacy’s passion for service, community, and connection as part of LAC Class ###! 💙

Help us welcome Kacy to LAC ###! 👏

✨ Meet Meagan Cortinas | LAC Class ### ✨We’re excited to introduce Meagan Cortinas, a member of Leadership Aransas Count...
10/02/2026

✨ Meet Meagan Cortinas | LAC Class ### ✨

We’re excited to introduce Meagan Cortinas, a member of Leadership Aransas County Class ###!

Meagan has been a nurse since 2017 and found her passion for home health early in her career. She began in pediatric private-duty nursing, where she discovered the meaningful impact of caring for patients in the comfort of their own homes. Her journey eventually led her to adult and geriatric home health, where she continued to grow as both a nurse and a leader.

Today, Meagan proudly serves as the Administrator and Director of Nursing for Siloe Home Health.

Meagan is passionate about strengthening her community and is involved with the Young Professionals of Aransas County. Through her work in home health, she also supports local senior-living communities, healthcare partners, caregivers, and community outreach efforts throughout Aransas County and the Coastal Bend.

When asked what she hopes to gain from her LAC experience, Meagan shared:

“I hope to gain a deeper understanding of Aransas County, build meaningful relationships with other leaders in our community, and grow into a more effective and intentional leader.”

Meagan is passionate about serving others, bringing out the best in the people around her, and making a positive difference wherever she can. She hopes this experience challenges her to grow, provides new perspectives, and helps her discover even more ways to serve the community she’s proud to call home. 🥰

We’re so excited to have Meagan’s compassion, leadership, and passion for service as part of LAC Class ###! 💙

Help us welcome Meagan to LAC ###! 👏

✨ Meet Ashley Clubb | LAC Class ### ✨We’re excited to introduce Ashley Clubb, a member of Leadership Aransas County Clas...
10/01/2026

✨ Meet Ashley Clubb | LAC Class ### ✨

We’re excited to introduce Ashley Clubb, a member of Leadership Aransas County Class ###!

Ashley is the Co-owner of By The Bay Plumbing LLC and the owner of Always Be Thankful LLC, where her work includes marketing, accounting, and helping manage the family plumbing business.

Ashley is also passionate about serving her community. She serves in her church’s women’s ministry and finance committee, helps with youth programs throughout the community, and recently became the Treasurer of BNI Coastal Compass.

When asked how she hopes LAC ### will be remembered, Ashley shared:

“I hope our class is remembered for bringing people together and helping everyone feel they belong, whether they’ve lived here their whole life or recently made this community home.”

Ashley believes in putting a smile on people’s faces, whether through humor or a simple act of kindness. She hopes LAC ### will listen, serve with heart, and lead with faith while creating something meaningful for the youth, families, and community of Aransas County.

We’re so excited to have Ashley’s heart for service, positivity, and community as part of LAC Class ###! 💙

Help us welcome Ashley to LAC ###! 👏

✨ Meet Cole Kubicek | LAC Class ### ✨We’re excited to introduce Cole Kubicek, a member of Leadership Aransas County Clas...
10/01/2026

✨ Meet Cole Kubicek | LAC Class ### ✨

We’re excited to introduce Cole Kubicek, a member of Leadership Aransas County Class ###!

Cole is the owner of William Cole Fine Jewelry, where he specializes in fine jewelry, Rolex, and jewelry repairs. He is also President-Elect of the Rotary Club of Rockport and a member of the Rockport-Fulton Young Professionals.

When asked what he hopes LAC ### will be remembered for, Cole shared:

“I hope that our LAC class is remembered for service above self — that even when we aren’t participating in a class project, we collectively help others when no one is looking.”

On a personal level, Cole hopes to gain a deeper understanding of what it means to be a successful leader — one who is humble, kind, and generous.

He wants his life to have a positive and meaningful impact on the people he meets and crosses paths with, believing that leadership is ultimately about helping others, whether it’s in big or small ways.

We’re grateful to have Cole’s heart for service and commitment to others as part of LAC Class ###. We can’t wait to see the impact this class makes together! 💙

Help us welcome Cole to LAC ###! 👏

✨ Meet Patricia Arnold | LAC Class ### ✨We’re excited to introduce Patricia Arnold, a member of Leadership Aransas Count...
09/30/2026

✨ Meet Patricia Arnold | LAC Class ### ✨

We’re excited to introduce Patricia Arnold, a member of Leadership Aransas County Class ###!

Patricia serves as the Executive Director of Aransas County Medical Services Inc. (ACMSI). She has spent many years serving others through EMS, peer support, CISM, and community organizations, bringing a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to her community.

When asked why she joined LAC ###, Patricia shared:

“I joined this leadership class because I want to grow not just as a leader, but as a person. I want to learn how to take the experience I have gained and turn it into stronger leadership. I want to better understand how people see me as a leader, how to communicate more effectively, how to listen, and how to bring people together around a common purpose.”

We’re grateful to have Patricia’s experience, perspective, and passion for service as part of LAC Class ###. We can’t wait to see how she continues to grow and lead throughout the year! 💙

Help us welcome Patricia to LAC ###! 👏

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