CLARKSVILLE, TN– 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.”

Leadership Clarksville Class of 2027

  • Danielle Adair, Judicial Administrative Assistant, TN Administrative Office of the Courts
  • Suzanne Adkisson, Account Manager, Blood Assurance-Clarksville
  • 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, Principal 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 director@leadershipclarksville.com, or visit www.leadershipclarksville.com.