 Daniel Shelman – City of Hope
 Hunter Calhoon – New Millennium
 Jeff Smithpeters – SWARK.Today
 Jesse Hernandez – Farmers Bank & Trust
 Kelly Wilcox – UAHT
 Lisa Clark
 Marilyn Marks – Hope Public Schools

"We are so proud of the Class of 2025 and excited to see the difference they will make in our community,"
said Christy Burns, Executive Director of the Hope-Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce. "We also invite
anyone interested in developing their leadership skills to apply for next year’s class. This program truly invests
in the future of Hope and Hempstead County."

A special thank you to Hope Auto Company, this year’s Graduation Sponsor, and to all sponsors whose support makes Leadership Hope-Hempstead County possible, investing in the future of our community.
Graduates were honored with kind words from Mayor Don Still and State Representative Dolly Henley,
celebrating their commitment to leadership and service.

Join us for the Class Project Ribbon Cutting on Thursday, October 2nd at 10:00 AM at 108 W 2 nd St in
Downtown Hope.

Applications for the Leadership Hope-Hempstead County Class of 2026 are now available at the Chamber.
Community members and professionals are encouraged to apply and be part of this impactful program.
For more information, contact the Hope-Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce at (870) 777-3640 or
hopemelonfest@yahoo.com.