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Holt was born and raised in West Louisville, a community rich in cultural legacy and social complexity. Among the challenges and resilience of urban life, Holt cultivated a sense of purpose that would guide him through a distinguished and multi-faceted career.
Glade is an environmental scientist, speaker, & filmmaker dedicated to promoting environmental education & awareness, particularly concerning wetlands & water conservation.
Prior to LULeague, Lyndon was a Student Development Specialist at TX A&M, where he assisted students in their personal growth & building their professional competencies & leadership skills.
American actress, model, philanthropist/socialite. Best known with twin Priscilla as 1 of 1970's Doublemint Twins. Co-hosts annual Barnstable Brown Gala-high-profile charity event in Louisville, during KY. Derby weekend-renowned for its celebrity guests raising millions in diabetes research.
Born in Pakistan & raised in Southern California, & after only 9 months as Metro United Way's Dir. of Major & Legacy Gifts, she rose to this position!
Impassioned after surviving a Sept. 6, 2018, mass shooting in Cincinnati, OH., Whitney cofounded Whitney/Strong-a non-profit focused on responsible gun ownership & ending gun violence by taking a non-partisan approach to legislation, with her husband, Waller.
A veteran with an Entrepreneur's heart. Jeremy founded the Veteran’s Club & has assisted countless veterans with their nationally recognized Equine Therapy Program, Career Transition, Family Outreach Program, & the Camp Restoration Community to house & heal homeless veterans.
Jeremy Harrell
Founder/CEO of The Veteran’s Club-a non-profit veteran service organization
Interviewed: 07-10-2020
Di's personal goals have been to champion small business ownership & success by working to remove the obstacles that keep people from achieving the "American Dream."
Di Tran
Serial Entrepreneur, Computer Engineer, Mentor and Vietnamese Immigrant
Interviewed: 01-24-2020
He talks about his Sept. 2018 major stroke, & how it taught him Attitude is Everything-no matter what your challenge you need to believe with all your heart & soul you can overcome it. So many people come to their adversity already defeated. I took my recovery 1 day at a time & always had daily goals.
🚑 Steve Cunanan🚑
Past Regional Chief Executive Officer, American Red Cross - Kentucky Region (2019-2024)
Interviewed: 12-06-2019
Take Me Home is a not for profit, volunteer-based foundation that has been saving the lives of homeless animals since 2001.
Marcia leads the Lean strategy for the business focusing on delivering winning products and services for customers and consumers while minimizing waste throughout ALL functions.
Marcia Brey
Vice President of Distribution at GE Appliances, A Haier Company
Interviewed: 08-23-2019
Josh celebrates the brilliance & strength of marginalized people including LGBTQ+ & Black communities through photography & collaborative storytelling.
She collects, curates exhibitions, writes, lectures, & appraises fine quilts. Zegart has curated many exhibits in the U.S. & abroad, & lectures on all aspects of quilt history & aesthetics.
Today the Healing Place campus is expanding & has several thousand alumni with a 75% recovery rate.
Prior to Dick’s philanthropic efforts, he served in the Vietnam War as a combat photographer & graduated from the University of Louisville.
Today the Healing Place campus is expanding & has several thousand alumni with a 75% recovery rate.
Learn how Cynthia overcame crushing grief & how a Motown co-founder inspired the creation of Solid Light.
Cynthia Torp
President/Owner, Solid Light, Inc. (A 100% Woman-Owned Business)
Interviewed: 11-05-2017
Lukas Dwelly is a social entrepreneur who has worked with some of the largest organizations in our community.
With Maryhurst more than 43 years, Judy is nationally recognized for her work with children who are survivors of abuse & neglect. Since 1990, she has served as Pres. & CEO of Maryhurst, a nonprofit dedicated to ending the cycle of abuse for kids & families in KY.
Judy Lambeth
Former President and CEO, MaryHurst, Inc. (Nonprofit dedicated to ending the cycle of abuse for KY. kids & families) (1990-2020)
Interviewed: 11-03-2017
How Amy Leenerts overcame childhood sexual abuse to train the public to recognize and prevent human trafficking.
Her handprint & influence has been instrumental for decades in the “Behind-the-Scenes” work as a consultant or volunteer on such notable Louisville festivals as the Ethnic Heritage weekends in the 1970’s under her company’s banner Visionworks, LLC.
Kinsey Morrison
Political Activist, Cancer Survivor, and National Merit Scholar
Interviewed: 08-27-2017
For 20 years, Mike Berry has been at the helm of the Kentucky Derby Festival (KDF), one of the nation’s largest and most notable civic celebrations.
The desire to serve her community and have a greater impact on more people fuels Theresa Reno-Weber to excel.
Abby Drane leads Uspiritus, whose mission is healing the hearts and minds of vulnerable youth and their families.
Abby Drane
Past President/CEO, Bellewood & Brooklawn (formerly Uspiritus, Inc.)
Interviewed: 12-02-2016
Ian leads the Dallas Opera & formerly led the Kentucky Opera, all fueled by a lifelong love of opera.
Donald E. Lassere leads the Muhammad Ali Center and fosters its mission of building and expanding on the Center’s educational programs, partnerships, and other outreach initiatives.
Conrad Bachmann
Founder, Louisville International Festival of Films, and Hollywood Actor
Interviewed: 10-14-2016
When Nina Moseley talks about her work helping those in poverty, her eyes light up with hope and her enthusiasm fills the room.
Rebecca Eaves
Past President-(2013-2019), The Arrow Fund (Animal Welfare Organization)
Interviewed: 04-01-2016
Driven by conscience and seeing challenges as possibilities drive Jackie Ford as she leads the Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana.
Emily Cleveland has a passion for helping children see past disability through friendship.
Emily Cleveland
Former-Kentucky State Director, Best Buddies International-(2015-2018)
Interviewed: 10-23-2015
Karen Morrison sees her job as president and CEO of Gilda’s Club as winning the job lottery.
Pam Darnall focuses her professional life on helping children and families facing abuse and violence.
A commitment to environmental responsibility as a principle of her faith powers everything Heather Warman does.
Jennifer Adrio-(1961-2024)
Former CEO of KY. Region of American Red Cross (2015-2019)
Interviewed: 04-11-2014
The mantra “You are pure potential,” from his improv mentor, Dr. Martin de Maat, motivates Chris Hartman in his work against discrimination.
Troy Burden taps his inner drive to help others as the executive director of Highlands Community Ministries.
Driven by the opportunity to make a difference, DeeAnna Esslinger leads the local chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association.
Deeanna Esslinger
Former Exec. Dir. of Greater Kentucky & Southern Indiana Alzheimer’s Association
Interviewed: 12-02-2011
Lora Tucker loves leadership responsibility – and making a difference – and has used that love from childhood through her military career and as CEO of the Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana.
A Louisville native and self-proclaimed life-long student, Dan Jones has a vision for the future Louisville landscape. And his vision is coming to life.
Driven by a desire to give back drives Cathe Dykstra to lead the Family Scholar House and help families thrive.
Cathe Dykstra
Chief Possibility Officer, President & CEO at Family Scholar House
Interviewed: 12-04-2009
Dr. Wayne Creighton prides himself in helping those trapped in addiction regain hope and reclaim their lives.
Dr. Wayne Creighton (1958-2022)
President & CEO, Interlink Counseling Services (1958-2022)
Interviewed: 08-08-2008
Denise Vasquez Troutman is passionate about her work and believes there is still so much to do.
Denise Vasquez Troutman
Past President & CEO, Center for Women & Families (2006-2011)
Interviewed: 12-05-2007
Terry Blackwell has devoted her life to helping people realize their potential and inner abilities.
Brian Quail
Past CEO, Louisville Area Chapter of the American Red Cross (2003-2009)
Interviewed: 12-05-2007
Christine Johnson likes to make things happen and connect people who see opportunities to move things forward.
Christine D. Johnson
Past President, Leadership Louisville Center (1991-2011)
Interviewed: 05-24-2007
Ben Richmond fills a responsibility to steward his parent’s work in the civil rights movement and to further the principles and values taught by Dr. Martin Luther King.
Ben Richmond (1943-2024)
Past President & CEO, Louisville Urban League (1987-2015)
Interviewed: 05-24-2007
