Class News - Member Updates - Announcements

November, 2023

Thank you to everyone who came out for LHC's Illuminating Leadership on November 16.

A fabulous time was had by all as we honored leadership in our community, including, LHC's 2023 Key Leader, Zack Shariff, LP '12, President & CEO, Allen Shariff, the 2023 Emerging Leader, Heather Chapman, LP '23, Vice President and Deputy Chief Impact Officer, United Way of Central Maryland, the 2023 Corporate Community Impact Award recipient, Althea's Almost Famous, and the 2023 LHC Best Class Ever, Leadership Premier 2018. Also recognized were Corporate Community Impact Award finalists, The Downtown Columbia Partnership, and Pete Pappas & Sons, and kudos to Leadership Premier Classes of 2020 and 2022, who were also in the running to capture the BCE cup this year and will certainly be among all LHC classes starting the quest for BCE 2024; begin tallying those class points - the collection timeframe runs from October 1, 2023, through September 30, 2024.

Thank you to our many sponsors for their continued support of both Leadership Howard County, as well as A Night of Illuminating Leadership Event. Click the below links to view highlights of the night!

Program/Sponsor Recognition

The Evening in Photos

Columbia Community Care [CCC] was created three years ago and has become a thriving non-profit and pillar of the Columbia community. Join us Wednesday, December 13 as we welcome CCC founder, Erika Strauss Chavarria, to learn more about the organization, and far-reaching efforts that have helped to support the Howard County community.   

This event will also be a donation drive for CCC. We are requesting that guests bring with them to the event, those items that CCC collects and distributes throughout the year; please click here for a listing of those items, and thank you in advance! If you are unable to make the event and would still like to donate, you may drop off items at the LHC offices - please call the office in advance at (410) 730-4474, or email Karen Bryant to be sure that someone will be in the office.

Alisha Ayre, LP '22, has joined 3M as their Global Logistics Director.

Congratulations to this year's Good Scout Sherri Collins Witzke, LP '07.

De'Ara Graves, LP '24, has joined the Maryland Department of Aging as a Program Manager.

Stacie Hunt, LP '02, is serving as Interim President of the Howard County Chamber of Commerce during its Executive Search process.

Tom Munns, LP '12, has joined SF&C Insurance Associates, Inc./Select Benefits Communications Group.

Zakia Reaves, LP '24, has started a new position at Howard Community College. She is now Vice President of Student Development and Social Support.

The Howard County Welcome Center is excited to debut an original exhibit that explores the history of Savage Mill's brief time as a Christmas village, "Santa Heim, Merryland". This exhibit will tell the story of Baltimore businessman, Harry Heim's vision and how Santa Heim evolved into the Savage Mill that is known today. This exhibit was completed in partnership with the Savage Historical Society and Savage Mill." Read more ...

Ohana HC is seeking an Executive Director to lead their unique mentorship program for young people in Howard County. Click here to learn more about the organization. For details about the position, please click here. For more information, please contact Steven Porter.

The Community Foundation of Howard County is hosting its Annual Dinner & Celebration of Philanthropy on Tuesday, December 5, beginning at 6 p.m., at Turf Valley Resort. Click here for details.

UMBC's Choice Program is seeking a variety of internships during spring break (March 25 - April 1, 2024) from partners in the community, i.e. small businesses, companies, restaurants, and offices to support youth at risk of perpetuating the cycle of the "School to Prison Pipeline". Learn more ...

Springboard is celebrating its 175th Anniversary. Formerly Family & Children's Services of Maryland, Springboard provides support for underserved families and children through a variety of programs in Maryland. Click here to learn more.

LHC wishes everyone a very happy Thanksgiving!