Congratulations to the Leadership Bowling Green Class of 2025!
Your journey as leaders is just beginning—and our community is stronger because of you.
The class celebrated its graduation on Thursday, May 15th at three THIRTY One, with a reception, dinner, and evening program filled with reflection, recognition, and inspiration. Highlights included a keynote address from Ashley Quinn of WNKY Television, the presentation of the Hagerman Leadership Award, and a class address by 2025 President Bryan Downing.
Justin Gearlds, Chair of the Class of 2025 and Owner of RENEW by Optimum Rejuvenation, shared heartfelt reflections and memorable stories from the year.
Kelsey Crowe, Co-Chair and representative of SKY Property Management, proudly presented the names of this year’s graduates.
The Leadership Bowling Green program continues to build a network of engaged and informed leaders who are committed to making a difference in our region. This year's class was no exception—demonstrating dedication, collaboration, and a shared passion for community.
We are proud to recognize the graduates of the Class of 2025:
- Michael Bean, Bowling Green Fire Department
- Morgan Billingsley, Alliance Corporation
- Kayla Bitner, Sublime Media Group
- Jason Boyd, Chandler Real Estate
- Bryce Burklow, National Corvette Museum
- Lindsey Carter, Western Kentucky University
- Jeni Chappell, Benefits Resource Group
- Natalie Crawford, Houchens Insurance Group
- Bryan Downing, Warren County KY Government
- Katie Dykes, Family Enrichment Center, Inc.
- Jordan Eddings, LifeSkills, Inc.
- Brandon Falknor, Graves Gilbert Clinic
- Abril Garcia, Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce
- John Halcomb, Walnut Grove Farms & Logistics
- Jamie Hayden, Lockshield Partners
- Matt Hutcheson, Service One Credit Union
- Danny Isaacs, Tennessee Valley Authority
- Steve Jantz, Hospice of Southern Kentucky
- Sarah Johnson, Warren County Public Schools
- Corie Martin, Med Center Health
- Jacob Merriman, City-County Planning Commission
- Kara Neidell, College Heights Foundation
- Robert Neyenhaus, Stewart Richey Construction
- Kate Payton, English, Lucas, Priest, Owsley
- Laura Roper, RENEW by Optimum Rejuvenation
- Brenner Sears, The Club at Olde Stone
- Ervin Sorrell, Pinnacle Financial Partners
- Caleb Speck, Barren River Area Development District
- Jessica Chaney Steele, Pan-Oston
- Daniel Tarnagda, Refuge Bowling Green
- Davis Taylor, Franklin Bank & Trust Company
- Brandon Vickous, Stewart Richey
- Jessica Warren, WKU Public Radio
- Justin Gearlds, RENEW by Optimum Rejuvenation (Chair)
We extend a heartfelt thank you to the alumni day chairs, speakers, sponsors, and Chamber staff who made this year so impactful. And once again—congratulations, Class of 2025. The best is yet to come!
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