Years of Service
Meet the 2025 LEAD Gloucester County Class!
On Friday, September 5, United Way of Gloucester County (UWGC), together with the County of Gloucester and Rowan College of South Jersey (RCSJ), officially kicked off the 2025 Leadership Gloucester County (LEAD GC) program.
For the next nine months, a group of 12 outstanding emerging leaders will come together each month to learn, connect, and grow…not only in their careers but also as future changemakers for Gloucester County.
This Year’s Class…
We’re excited to introduce the 2025 LEAD GC participants, who represent a wide range of industries, organizations, and perspectives:
- Dorann Brown, Atlantic City Electric
- Kevin Brown, Loving Our Cities
- Samantha Burns, Acenda Integrated Health
- Malcolm Davis, TD Bank
- Alexis DeAnne, TD Bank
- Casey Haddox, GTB Partners
- Marcie Hahn, The Arc Gloucester
- Chelsea Lippincott, County of Gloucester
- Wendi Miller, Rowan College of South Jersey
- Steven Serrano, Atlantic City Electric
- Mackenna Smith, Inspira Health Foundation
- Carmelle St Fleur, TD Bank
These talented individuals reflect the strength and diversity of our community, and we can’t wait to see how they grow throughout the program.
Why LEAD GC Matters
“LEAD GC is here to educate, empower, and engage the next generation of leaders—helping them grow their careers while driving progress and prosperity in Gloucester County,” shared Michael Gower, Executive Director of UWGC.
“As many local businesses, corporations, and nonprofits face succession challenges, this program is building a pipeline of well-prepared, empathetic leaders ready to step up. Through hands-on leadership experiences and an inside look at the issues and opportunities shaping our county, LEAD GC goes beyond traditional training to prepare participants for the roles of tomorrow,” he added.
Behind the Program
LEAD GC is coordinated by UWGC Executive Director Michael Gower, facilitated by UWGC Board Member Claire Riggs and RCSJ Associate Vice President Candice Racite, and made possible thanks to generous sponsorship from RCSJ, Atlantic City Electric, and Acenda Integrated Health, with additional support from Columbia Bank.
Over the coming months, participants will take part in leadership workshops, panel discussions, and site visits across Gloucester County. Each session dives into critical issues facing our community…ranging from local government and economic development to healthcare, education, and nonprofit leadership.
And when the program concludes in May, graduates won’t just walk away with new skills and strong networks. They’ll also earn a Nonprofit Governance Board Certificate, preparing them to serve as volunteer leaders with organizations making a real impact in our county.
Learn More
Want to learn more about LEAD GC—or how you or your organization can get involved? Visit uwgcnj.org/LeadGC
