Leadership Howard County Announcements | December 2020

“The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart."
— Helen Keller
Upcoming Events
COVID's Impact on the State of Health Care in the County - Looking Ahead to 2021

As 2020 comes to a close and we look ahead to 2021, how is COVID-19 still impacting health care in Howard County? Join us as we take a closer look at this issue Wednesday, December 16. Elizabeth Edsall Kromm, Vice President of Population Health & Advancement, Howard County General Hospital, will moderate this discussion, along with panelists: Dr. Caitlin Rivers, Senior Scholar, Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security; Dr. Maura Rossman, Health Officer, Howard County Health Department; Jackie Scott, Director, Howard County Department of Community Resources & Services; and, Nikki Highsmith Vernick, President & CEO, The Horizon Foundation.

This free event is open to all active members. Participants are encouraged to login at 8 am to network with other attendees in small groups; announcements and the program will begin at 8:40 am.
Virtually join us to celebrate the accomplishments of LHC's Leadership U Class of 2020 - Tuesday, December 8 from 7 to 8:30 pm. This event will be live-streamed via FaceBook Live and may be accessed by clicking the link below.
National Event - Registration Now Open
We are stronger when we move forward together, which is why LHC is so excited about Leadership Louisville’s virtual event December 14 from 9 to 10:30 am. This event features a keynote from Arthur C. Brooks – who wrote a thought-provoking best-seller on bridging divides and moving forward, followed by a roundtable discussion between four mayors of prominent US cities. This event is one not to be missed. LHC members and affiliates are invited and encouraged to join the conversation at a special discounted rate of $50; enter the code LHC50 at registration.
Just a reminder that it's dues-renewal time! LHC's General Membership Committee is developing a number of exciting of programs and activities for the coming year. Dues invoices have been sent - renew today to stay active and keep connected.
Leadership Premier 2021 - Ready to Launch
Leadership Howard County's Leadership Premier (LP) 2021 Class will launch into their program year with a 2-day virtual retreat December 2 and 3. Excitement has been building and content developed to make this a most-memorable year. Also, the following organizations have been selected to host a Community Impact Project during this program year:

  • Athelas Institute
  • Ellicott City Soccer
  • ManneqArt
  • National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
  • The 3rd
  • The United Way of Central Maryland

Stay tuned for both class and project updates over the next few months!
Leadership Essentials (LE) 2021 kicks off later this month with two virtual orientation sessions and an amazing cohort of 26 participants. The partnership with Leadership Howard County is a key component of the LE program's success! Thank you for your referrals and organization support of both the program and its participants. An official release announcing the names and organizations representing this year's class will be distributed soon. Please contact Lori Fuchs for more information and details about the 2022 program.
As a reminder, LHC has implemented a new reporting system for classes to record their activities - all in the quest to attain the title of "Best Class Ever!" Special thanks to Bill Harris, LP '17, for tackling this effort. This duty used to solely fall on Class Reps; however, by automating the process, ALL members may now directly log in and record both class efforts and individual activities. Click here to access the reporting form; please email Chris Margeson with any questions.
Community & Volunteer Opportunities

The Howard County Chamber of Commerce's (virtual) Holiday Cheer & Awards Event is happening Saturday, December 5 from 5:30 to 6:45 pm; click here for details.
Please note registration for this free event closes at noon, December 5.

Howard County's Good Scout Committee is looking for few new members to help with the Boy Scouts - Good Scout Breakfast. This event is usually held the first week of November; the Committee typically meets once per month, beginning late spring through the summer. If interested in learning more and/or to get involved, please email Steve Breeden.
'Tis the season of giving and LHC appreciates your continued support and sharing our vision of being the critical force in preparing community leaders with the knowledge and connections to build a strong and inclusive community. Please consider participating in #GivingTuesday, this annual global day of giving; all donations are tax deductible.

As the holiday season gets fully underway, LHC wishes all a season of joy, peace, and health. Spread only cheer and mask up members!
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The next Class Connections will be distributed mid-December. Please share your news/ updates with Karen Bryant and remember to let us know how you are staying connected!