Leadership Winter Park

10/09/2026

Understanding Winter Park’s history provides valuable insight into how our community has grown, developed, and where it may be headed next.

This month, LWP Class 37 explored Winter Park’s rich history during the “Our Town” session. The class visited the Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art, the Hannibal Square Heritage Center, enjoyed a walking tour with the Winter Park History Museum, explored historic Hannibal Square on foot, and gained a deeper understanding of land use through an informative presentation.

A meaningful day of learning, discovery, and connecting Winter Park’s past to its future!

Thank you to our lineup of presenters:
•Sponsor Message: Frank Hamner
•History Presentation – Rick Baldwin, Baldwin Brothers Cremation Society
•Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art Tours – Jennifer Perry Thalheimer, Colleen Gaffney, Kris Steele, Morse Museum
•Winter Park Walking Tour – Dena Salas, Winter Park History Museum
•Land Use: The Only Thing That Really Matters – Frank Hamner, Frank Hamner, P.A. & Annemarie Cooper, Winter Park Chamber of Commerce
•Hannibal Square Walking Tour, Chevalier Lovett, Crew Health, LWP 28
•Hannibal Square Heritage Center Museum Tour, Jasmine Harris, Hannibal Square Heritage Center, Savanna Huls, Crealde School of Art, Ronnie Moore, Retired City of WP
•Bethel Baptist Church Visit – Reverand Ronald Critton

09/29/2026

Leadership isn’t one-size-fits-all. Understanding how we naturally lead can change the way we communicate, make decisions, navigate conflict, and build our teams.

During Leadership Refresh, we had the opportunity to explore that idea with Chevalier Lovett, who walked our LWP alumni, class members, and guests through Leadership Compass—an interactive leadership development experience designed to help business leaders, owners, and managers better understand themselves and the people they lead.

It was a meaningful opportunity to pause, reflect, and gain new perspective on how our individual leadership styles shape the way we show up for others. A great reminder that better leadership starts with better self-awareness.

SAVE the DATE for the next Leadership Refresh on Friday, Oct. 30!

Thank you to the presenting sponsor of Leadership Refresh Rollins College Professional Advancement

09/11/2026

Great leaders understand their strengths, embrace collaboration, and find
meaningful ways to contribute to their communities. During our Launch Pad
Session, participants explored their unique value proposition and discovered
how their talents can make a greater impact both professionally and
personally.

This engaging session provided opportunities to strengthen connections with
classmates while learning from an outstanding lineup of presenters:

- CliftonStrengths Workshop - Michelle Whiteside, Brasfield & Gorrie,
LWP 29
- Unlocking the Power of Your Chamber Membership – Lauren Bloom, Winter Park Chamber of Commerce
- Lunch Sponsor Message: Kia Blair, AdventHealth, LWP 37
-Five Generations, One Workplace - Minette Marcial, Winter Park
Chamber of Commerce
- From Me to We: Lives of Active Citizenship - Micki Meyer, Rollins
College, LWP 20

Thank you to LWP Class 37 Presenting Sponsor: AdventHealth Winter Park

08/25/2026

Leadership Winter Park Class 37 hit the ground running at this year's retreat, building connections, embracing teamwork and bringing plenty of creativity to every challenge.

From runway-worthy fashion shows and crowd-pleasing guacamole competitions to innovative public space design challenges, the class showcased collaboration, friendly competition, and a lot of fun along the way.

We're excited to see all that Class 37 will accomplish together as they serve and strengthen our community this year.

A special thank you to our Class 37 presenting sponsor, AdventHealth Winter Park , our supporting sponsor, The Mayflower at Winter Park , and our retreat host, the San Pedro Center, for helping make this experience possible.

08/21/2026

We are proud to welcome Class 37 of Leadership Winter Park! Their journey begins now, learning about our community's incredible resources, infrastructure, arts and cultural organizations, businesses, and the challenges and opportunities it is facing. They also are building connections with fellow business professionals and community leaders that will carry forward and benefit our businesses, our nonprofits and lead to new initiatives. Be sure to follow along each month to see the journey.

Thank you to our Class 37 sponsor, AdventHealth , and our supporting sponsor, .

08/10/2026

08/05/2026

As a new Leadership Winter Park year begins, we're excited to welcome the 2026–2027 Alumni Council! This incredible group of alumni is ready to help strengthen connections, create meaningful opportunities and keep our alumni network engaged throughout the year. Here's to a year of collaboration, leadership, and making an impact together!

06/12/2026

The final day of Youth Leaders was a celebration of growth, leadership, and the exciting opportunities that lie ahead for this remarkable group of students.

Participants explored future career paths through a Career Insight Panel, learned the importance of gratitude during a Thank You Card Writing Workshop led by Lacy Reiss of the Aera Foundation and Youth Leaders Chair, prepared their graduation presentations, and celebrated the completion of the program alongside their families at the Graduation Ceremony.

Congratulations to the entire Youth Leaders class on completing an impactful week of learning, personal growth, and leadership development. We look forward to seeing how these students continue to lead in their schools and communities.

A special thank you to our Youth Leaders Directors and intern for their dedication, hard work, and support throughout the week. Their time and commitment helped create a meaningful and memorable experience for this year's class.

06/11/2026

Today’s Youth Leaders program gave students an inside look at the important role law enforcement, first responders, and the judicial system play in serving our community.

From CPR training and emergency response demonstrations to a behind-the-scenes tour with the Winter Park Fire-Rescue Department and Winter Park Police Department , students experienced public service in action. The day concluded at the Orange County Courthouse, where participants took part in a mock trial led by Ivan Lys-Dobradin of The Gulf Stream Law Firm PLLC, Jabari Bennett of Bennett Legal, Crystal Buit of Lowndes, and Jacinda Beraud of Bowman & Brooke, providing a unique opportunity to learn directly from legal professionals and gain a deeper understanding of the justice system.

Thank you to everyone who shared their time and expertise to inspire the next generation of leaders.

Thank you to our session sponsor The Gulf Stream Law Firm PLLC

06/10/2026

Today’s Youth Leaders program focused on Personal Branding, equipping students with the professional skills and confidence needed to prepare for future academic and career opportunities.

Throughout the day, participants learned from an outstanding lineup of industry professionals, including Debora Mendonca of DM Growth Solutions, who led a session on personal branding; Inza Ford, CEO & President of Inza Ford Makeup & Beauty, who guided students through LinkedIn best practices; Jessica Wensel, Associate Director of Employer & Alumni Connections at the Rollins College Center for Career & Life Planning, who led a resume workshop; and Sabrina Deshner, Associate Director of Leadership Development at the Crummer Graduate School of Business, who helped students craft their unique leadership stories.

The day also included professional headshots and interactive workshops that gave students practical tools to build a strong personal brand and confidently prepare for future leadership and career opportunities. Thank you to our speakers and partners for investing in the next generation of leaders.