Leadership Plano selects Class 42
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MEDIA CONTACT: Charmaine Solomon
PHONE: 972-424-7547
EMAIL: Leadershipplano@planochamber.org
Leadership Plano selects Class 42
PLANO, TX – August 19, 2025 –The Plano Chamber of Commerce and the Leadership Plano Board of Directors are pleased to announce the members of Leadership Plano Class 42. The roster of community leaders includes business, civic and community-focused, forward-thinking individuals who are committed to the continued growth and improvement of Plano. Leadership Plano has helped to develop the leadership skills of many civic and business leaders who have served our community through more than three decades of growth and change.
“Leadership Plano has made a tremendously positive impact on the Plano community and beyond,” said Program Director Charmaine Solomon. “Its graduates serve in numerous elected positions and on non-profit boards throughout North Texas. This program provides a solid foundation for service and significantly affects the lives and careers of the participants.”
Spanning nine months from September through May, the program is designed to increase community awareness and leadership skills. The opening retreat, a two-day orientation begins September 13, 2025, at 7 AM at the Plano Chamber. It focuses on individual leadership styles and techniques. From October through May, the class spends one day a month examining specific aspects of the community such as education, government, local business and economic development, health and human services, criminal justice system, the arts, and more.
Gaining a broad perspective of the Plano community equips participants to become well-rounded leaders ready to apply their skills in a variety of ways. Leadership Plano provides a foundation for long-term involvement in Plano and assists in launching a supportive community network of colleagues and friends.
Leadership Plano Class 42 List with Affiliations
Urve Akdogan, Lime Seed LLC
Rick Armijo, NCR Atleos
Sharmila Bose, Hendrick Scholarship Foundation
Kristina Carlton, Bank of America
Clayton Childs, Atmos Energy Corporation
Teddi Cliett, Three Box Strategic Communications
Erin Dougherty, The University of Texas at Dallas
Maggie Fox, Plano Public Library
Preeya Ganness, Plano Family YMCA
Cordell Hammon, Capital One
Millicent Haynes, Plano ISD
Elizabeth Johnson, City of Plano
Vanessa Lozada, Texas Health Plano
Assia Mahmood, Windhaven Academy
Angelete May, Tyler Technologies
Kameron Mayfield, American National Bank of Texas
Jack McCoy, The Real McCoys
Ryan Minter, Plano Chamber of Commerce
Amanda Muhammad, Entrepreneur
Carley Musser, NexPoint
Namrita Notani, Spencer Fane LLP
Christina Reed, Lockton
Abel Retta, West Plano Optical
Kristina Roberson, Medical City Plano
Kendall Rowden, Children’s Health
Jessica Russell, Olive Branch Counseling
Vanessa Sbraga, Truluck’s
Ryan Steele, Plano ISD
Shay Sutton, Toyota Motor North America
Angela Tealer, USAA
David Tercero, Collin College
Ashley Tull, J.P. Morgan Chase
Joanna Williams, Local Good Coffee
Shelby Williams, Endeavor Management
Anthony Wilson, Kehr Technologies
Chanelle Yarber, BrightGirl Media
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About Leadership Plano:
Leadership Plano began in 1983 and is dedicated to educating, developing and empowering current and future leaders for the community and motivating them to serve civic, charitable and business organizations. For more information, contact the Plano Chamber of Commerce at 972-424-7547 or visit www.leadershipplano.org.
About the Plano Works Leadership Foundation:
The Plano Works Leadership Foundation, founded in 2021, is the philanthropic arm of the Plano Chamber of Commerce. It provides a structured platform for individuals, businesses of all sizes, corporate partners, and foundations to support the leadership programs and initiatives of the Plano Chamber, fostering strong leadership and ensuring the continued growth and prosperity of Plano and the North Texas region.
About the Plano Chamber of Commerce:
Established in 1946, the Plano Chamber represents over 800 businesses and community organizations in Plano and the surrounding area. Accredited as a 5-Star Chamber by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and awarded 2018 Chamber of the Year, the Plano Chamber of Commerce is committed to maximizing business development and economic growth of the community through advocacy, education, innovation, and collaboration.
