Leadership Alumni

We believe that strong leadership in not only our local government, but business community and general community, is key to Osceola’s success.  This is why we offer premier leadership programming to citizens from young to old enabling individuals from all walks of life the opportunity to learn, grow and lead. 



 

All graduates of Leadership Osceola become members of our Alumni Association.  This includes past graduates of Leadership Legends.  Many may not realize the important role the Leadership Association plays in the success of our menu of leadership programs.  We need alumni support in order to continue to offer quality informational programming in addition to timely communiqués and updates.  Leadership development for all ages has been a focus area for Community Vision for many years and we continue to seek opportunities to enhance and expand our program offerings.   A committed alumni association serves as the foundation of these exciting endeavors and more.  Your small membership investment goes a long way in providing:

  • Annual Get Acquainted Cocktail Reception held as an alumni social gathering & new class intro
  • The creation of the annual Leadership Yearbook
  • Scholarships to deserving candidates needing financial assistance to participate… small business, minorities, non-profits
  • All postage costs associated with updates and alumni mailings to keep you in the loop on community happenings

Leadership Alumni have always been very important to our collective success.  Your perspective, your insight and your voice continue to make Central Florida strong. 
        

To learn how you can renew your Leadership Alumni Association dues, please contact 407-933-0870.

Please click the image to the right to view the 2008 Alumni Book.


Leadership Osceola Distinguished & Outstanding Community Leaders

Since 1992, Leadership Osceola has presented the Distinguished Leader Award to LOC grad who has demonstrated community leadership, supported the Leadership Osceola County Program’s aims and goals and empowered others to lead. This person represents our community at the National Leadership Conference each year. 

Distinguished Leaders
Name
Year
Murray Overstreet
Karen Butler Miller
2009
2008
Jim Shanks
2007
Atlee Mercer
2006
Maureen Kersmarki
2005
Mary Carr
2004
Chris Gent
2003
Mary Cooper
2002
Silvia Zapico
2001
Donna Sines
2000
Jim Yawn
1999
Ken Bradley
1998
Pete Edwards
1997
Beverly Hougland
1996
Mel Bettcher
1995
Anna Pinelas
1994
Tom TerBeek
1993
Dan Loubier
1992


In 2002, Community Vision created the Outstanding Community Leader to recognize those individuals who have not participated in the Leadership Osceola program but nonetheless have made a great difference in the community.



Outstanding Community Leaders
Name
Year
Patsy Heffner
Mary Beth Salisbury
2009
2008
Ed Moore
2007
Dr. Peter Morrow
2006
Mike Horner
2005
Mark Durbin
2004
Linda Goodwin-Nichols
2003
Tom Tompkins
2002