Leadership Bowling Green Announces Class of 2026

Leadership Bowling Green Announces Class of 2026

The Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to introduce the Leadership Bowling Green Class of 2026, a dynamic group of 34 leaders representing a wide range of industries and organizations across our community.

For more than three decades, Leadership Bowling Green has brought together professionals who are committed to making a lasting impact in South Central Kentucky. Participants gain valuable insights into the region’s strengths, challenges, and opportunities while developing the skills and connections needed to drive progress both personally and professionally.

This year’s class includes leaders from business, education, healthcare, government, and nonprofit organizations—each bringing unique perspectives and a shared dedication to serving our community.

Meet the Leadership Bowling Green Class of 2026:

• Austin Albany – Sublime Media Group
• Matt Bacon – Career TEAM
• Mandi Barnum – Timesavers Caregiving & Concierge
• David Bell – Pinnacle Financial Partners
• Misty Bryant – Houchens Food Group, Inc.
• Pauletha Butts – Warren County Public Schools
• Cody Conner – ELPO Law
• Heath Crawford – Scotty's Contracting and Stone, LLC
• Monica Duvall – Western Kentucky University
• Julie Eaton – Med Center Health
• Nihad Ferhatovic – NISE Insurance Group
• Karen Foley – HOTEL INC
• Angela Geringswald – Pan-Oston
• Donald Graves – Stewart Richey Contracting Group
• Laura Harmon – Graves Gilbert Clinic
• Jason Heflin – CrowdSouth
• Heath Holloman – Murphy Construction Group
• Harlie Houchins – M&L Electrical, Inc.
• Rachel Hurt – City County Planning Commission
• Christopher Jensen – Western Kentucky University
• Ben Keltner – Stewart Richey Contracting Group
• Nikki Koller – Warren County KY Gov
• Cameron Levis – BGKY Parks and Recreation
• Jason Musser – Musser Automotive
• Mitch Parks – Crown Cork & Seal
• Joe Pavoni – BGMU
• Jeff Ranger – Bell, Orr, Ayers & Moore, PSC
• Katerina Rybina – Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce
• Dina Salihovic – Graves Gilbert Clinic
• Alice Tarnagda – Refuge Bowling Green
• Abby Thomas – Franklin Bank & Trust Company
• Kevin Yates – American Bank & Trust
• Reagan Young – Broadway Builders
• Katie Zimmerman – Zimmerman Interiors

The Class of 2026 will spend the next year exploring key sectors of Bowling Green and Warren County, from economic development and education to healthcare, government, and the arts. Through this experience, participants will not only deepen their knowledge of the region but also build lasting relationships with fellow leaders who are passionate about creating a stronger future for our community.

The Chamber congratulates this outstanding group of leaders and looks forward to seeing the impact they will make throughout the program and beyond.