Leadership Lackawanna Celebrates Graduation of 2025 Executive Program Class Leadership Lackawanna, the community leadership and professional development division of The Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce, proudly announces the graduation of its Executive Program Class of 2025. The program, designed for established professionals seeking to expand their community engagement and leadership acumen, concluded after six weeks of learning, networking, and civic exploration. “Through the Executive Program, participants gain valuable insight into our region’s most pressing challenges while developing the leadership skills to make a lasting difference,” said Danielle Weinschenk, chair of the Leadership Lackawanna Board of Directors. She continues, “These graduates are now part of a network of leaders who inspire collaboration, innovation, and progress across northeastern Pennsylvania. We’re incredibly proud of their dedication and look forward to seeing the positive impact they’ll continue to have in their workplaces and in our community.” Nicole Morristell, executive director of Leadership Lackawanna, also praised the graduates’ dedication. “I wish to extend my sincerest congratulations to each participant of this year’s Executive Program,” Morristell said. “Their commitment over the past six weeks reflects true dedication to professional growth and a deep passion for becoming a more engaged and informed member of our community. I look forward to the impact these 15 individuals will continue to make in the greater Scranton area.” Leadership Lackawanna Executive Program Class of 2025: Abby Allen, Stewart Leadership Dr. Angela Bassani, United Way of Lackawanna, Wayne & Pike Craig Brindza, Knowles Insurance Harold Cameron, HaroldSays, LLC Ashley Ceccacci, Children’s Advocacy Center of NEPA Broderick Ross Dial, Department of the Army – Civilian Human Resources Agency – Tobyhanna Army Depot Morgan Fetsock, City of Scranton Tracy Gallagher, Tri-Star Academy William Harrington, City of Scranton Carl Jones, Noble Biomaterials Inc. Mark Kline, MTF Biologics – Pennsylvania Gregory Posly, General Dynamics Land Systems John W. Rosengrant, NEPA Youth Shelter Rebecca S. Slangan, Geisinger College of Health Sciences Kimberly Marie Tenbus, Clarks Summit State Hospital The Executive Program, one of Leadership Lackawanna’s signature offerings, is tailored to executive-level professionals who wish to strengthen their leadership skills, enhance strategic thinking, and foster meaningful community connections. Through sessions focusing on regional issues, leadership development, and networking with industry leaders, participants emerge better prepared to influence positive change throughout northeastern Pennsylvania. For more information about Leadership Lackawanna and its programs, visit www.leadershiplackawanna.com.
Leadership Lackawanna Launches Applications for 2024-25 Executive Program July 29, 2024— Leadership Lackawanna, the community leadership and professional development affiliate of The Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce, announces applications are open for the Executive Program. The six-week Executive Program deeply engages high-level professionals in the greater Scranton area, broadens their social network, and increases their overall knowledge of the community. Participants meet key business and community leaders as they receive an overview of Lackawanna County’s history and culture, economic and political structures, community events, civic groups, recreational activities, and nonprofit organizations. The Executive Program accepts applications from advanced-level professionals with a tenured career path and extensive leadership experience. Applicants must live, work, or play in Lackawanna County. Sessions are held one evening per week for six consecutive weeks starting Monday, September 23. The sessions are held at various locations and include cocktails and dinner. Applications are now open and will be accepted through August 31. To learn more about the Executive and all other Leadership Lackawanna programs, visit www.leadershiplackawanna.com.
Episode Seventeen: All Things Chamber Don’t Miss the Update The Chamber’s annual membership officially ends on Thursday, May 30. If you know of a business that is not a member of The Chamber, have them head over to www.JoinTheScrantonChamber.com to learn how they can save up to 30% off their first year. Did You Know? As part of your online portal, you can see the number of referrals to your business from The Chamber. Head over to ScrantonChamber.com, and on the top bar, click “Member Login”. Once you are logged in, click on “Additional Resources” and then “Referal Report.” Upcoming Chamber Events EVENT PAGE MEMBER BENEFITS
Episode Sixteen: All Things Chamber Don’t Miss the Update The Lender Roundtable is on Thursday, May 16, at The Chamber. This event is ideal for business bankers, commercial loan officers, and economic development professionals. Come and learn how you can grow your small business portfolio. Celebration of Leadership is June 20 at the Scranton Hilton & Conference Center. Grab your tickets and congratulate the 41st class of the Core program. Upcoming Chamber Events EVENT PAGE MEMBER BENEFITS
Morristell Receives 2023 Change Maker Award On Thursday, June 15, Nicole Morristell, executive director of Leadership Lackawanna received the 2023 Change Makers Awards presented by the Greater Wyoming Valley Chamber of Commerce. The award was presented at Light up the Valley, held at Public Square Park in Wilkes-Barre. Morristell and 40 community influencers were recognized for their outstanding efforts to make NEPA a brighter place. Through her efforts, Morristell impacts the community by being an advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion; volunteerism and innovation—improving the quality of life in the greater Scranton region. About The Greater Scranton Chamber of CommerceThe Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce is a not-for-profit organization that works to improve the area’s economic environment and quality of life by offering programs and services which stimulate economic growth, promote business prosperity and nurture educational opportunities. For more information about the Chamber, visit www.scrantonchamber.com. About Leadership LackawannaLeadership Lackawanna, an affiliate of The Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce, is a 501(c)(3) charitable, nonprofit organization in northeastern Pennsylvania dedicated to community leadership and professional development. Leadership’s six programs: Tomorrow’s Leaders Today, Leadership Collegiate, Core, Leadership Fundamentals 2.0, Executive, and Welcome Scranton!—enhance the skills, connections, and knowledge of emerging and established leaders, enabling them better to serve our communities, workplaces, and organizations. Established in 1982, Leadership Lackawanna has created more than 2,500 community leaders. For more information, visit www.leadershiplackawanna.com.
Chamber Employee Appointed to Board of National Leadership Organization Denton, TEXAS—The Association of Leadership Programs (ALP), a national organization located in Texas and supporting the growth and development of Community Leadership Programs, recently announced that Nicole Morristell, Executive Director of Leadership Lackawanna in Scranton, PA was appointed as Treasurer to serve a one-year term. With over 300 members, ALP is THE connection source for community leadership programs throughout the US, and even has a small presence internationally with memberships coming from Germany and Canada. The ALP mission is to enhance the effectiveness of leadership programs and professionals. The association believes true, organic community leadership involves looking at situations, opportunities, or challenges through the lens of the whole community, and pursuing a course that builds the well-being of all. ALP membership is open to leadership organizations/programs, whether based in a chamber of commerce, university, government or similar entity, or as an independent (non-profit) organization. In this role, Morristell will be responsible for providing financial oversight of the organization, making periodic financial reports to the board of directors and presenting a full financial report at the annual meeting. “Leadership Lackawanna has been actively involved with ALP for 10 years and I fully believe in their mission and work. As an already active board member and ambassador for the state of Pennsylvania, I was happy to expand my involvement with this worthwhile national organization. Leadership Lackawanna has benefitting so much from ALP membership – essentially I give them full credit for helping us create our 2 ½ day orientation program, Welcome Scranton! Personally, ALP allows me to interact with fellow community leadership professionals who are doing the same exact work as me – but in their own respective communities! It’s such an amazing network of leaders who are fully dedicated to growing and improving their communities through the work of leadership programs. Serving as ALP treasurer is a real win-win experience for Leadership Lackawanna since this role helps to elevate our status – yes, we are a nonprofit from Scranton, PA – but now we are on the same level playing field as our counterparts from around the Unites States like Orlando, FL, Austin, Texas, San Francisco, CA and Bend, OR.,” commented Nicole Morristell. Nicole Morristell is the executive director of Leadership Lackawanna, the non-profit Chamber affiliate dedicated to community leadership and professional development. Leadership Lackawanna consists of a 10-month core program, a five-week executive program, a seven-month youth program, a 2 day community exploration program called Welcome Scranton!, a collegiate program, and an 8-week online fundamentals 2.0 program. Before joining the Leadership staff in 2008, Morristell worked for the local Girl Scout organization, where she served in a number of positions over the years, including marketing and community outreach specialist, public relations director, and special events manager. She is a graduate of Elizabethtown College and is actively involved with Supporters of Camp Archbald, where she serves as President, Abington Christian Academy’s Parent Advisory Board, LCBC Church Kids Ministry, Countryside Conservancy, and Girl Scouts in the Heart of PA. Pictured: Lura Hammond, Executive Director of ALP, and Nicole Morristell, Executive Director, Leadership Lackawanna About Leadership LackawannaLeadership Lackawanna, an affiliate of The Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce, is a 501(c)(3) charitable, nonprofit organization in northeastern Pennsylvania dedicated to community leadership and professional development. Leadership’s six programs: Tomorrow’s Leaders Today, Leadership Collegiate, Core, Leadership Fundamentals 2.0, Executive, and Welcome Scranton!—enhance the skills, connections, and knowledge of emerging and established leaders, enabling them better to serve our communities, workplaces, and organizations. Established in 1982, Leadership Lackawanna has created more than 2,600 community leaders. For more information, visit www.leadershiplackawanna.com. About the Association of Leadership ProgramsThe Association of Leadership Programs serves over 275 community leadership programs across the United States and beyond. The association strives to enhance the wellbeing of all communities through the work of community leadership programs. Founded in 2010, the mission of ALP is to strengthen the effectiveness of leadership programs and professionals. Authentic and organic community leadership development requires taking a critical look at situations, opportunities, and challenges our communities face through the lens of the entire community and pursuing a course that enhances the wellbeing of all. About The Greater Scranton Chamber of CommerceThe Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce is a not-for-profit organization that works to improve the area’s economic environment and quality of life by offering programs and services which stimulate economic growth, promote business prosperity and nurture educational opportunities. For more information about the Chamber, visit www.scrantonchamber.com.
