Kentucky Leadership unveils executive committee and board of directors for 2025
Leadership Kentucky Announces New Executive Committee for 2025
Leadership Kentucky, a prestigious organisation dedicated to developing future leaders in the state, has announced its new executive committee for 2025. The committee is composed of a diverse group of individuals from various sectors, including business, education, law, healthcare, and government.
Gina Winchester, the deputy judge executive in Calloway County, will serve as the 2025 Board Chair of Leadership Kentucky. Winchester's extensive experience in public service is expected to bring valuable insights to the committee.
John Yanes, the president for Saint Joseph London and Saint Joseph Berea at CHI-Saint Joseph Health, is another notable member of the executive committee. Yanes' expertise in healthcare administration will undoubtedly contribute to the committee's discussions on health-related issues.
Trey Grayson, a partner at Frost Brown Todd LLP and the Secretary of the 2025 Leadership Kentucky executive committee, brings his legal expertise to the table. Grayson's experience in politics, having previously served as Kentucky's Secretary of State, will also be beneficial in navigating the political landscape.
Aaron Crum, the assistant CEO and Chief Medical Officer at Pikeville Medical Center, is another member of the committee with a strong background in healthcare. His medical knowledge will be invaluable in shaping the committee's decisions regarding health matters.
Regina A. Jackson, a partner at English Lucas Priest & Owsley, LLP, is a Committee Member-Ex-Officio of the 2025 Leadership Kentucky executive committee. Jackson's legal expertise will be a significant asset to the committee.
Tiffany Benjamin, the CEO of Humana Foundation, is another prominent member of the committee. Her experience in healthcare and philanthropy will be instrumental in the committee's discussions on community development and social issues.
Gary Gerdemann, a co-founder and partner at RunSwitch Public Relations, brings his expertise in public relations to the committee. His knowledge will be beneficial in the committee's efforts to maintain a positive public image and communicate effectively.
Daniel P. Bork, the Treasurer of the 2025 Leadership Kentucky executive committee, is retired from the Kentucky Commissioner of Revenue. His financial expertise will be crucial in managing the committee's resources.
Ron Wilson, the Immediate Past Chair of Leadership Kentucky, is an associate vice president at Western Kentucky University. Wilson's experience in education will be an asset in the committee's discussions on educational policies and initiatives.
Leslie A. Fugate, the vice president, director of public affairs at Brown-Forman, is another member of the committee. Her experience in public affairs will be beneficial in the committee's efforts to engage with the public and communicate effectively.
Robert Heil, the executive director of strategic relationships and community engagement at KLH Engineers, is another notable member of the executive committee. Heil's expertise in engineering and community engagement will be valuable in the committee's discussions on infrastructure and community development.
Melissa Knight, the 2026 Board Chair-Elect of Leadership Kentucky and the president of Farmers National Bank, is another member of the committee. Her experience in banking will be beneficial in the committee's discussions on economic policies and financial matters.
Leslie Buddeke Smart, the CEO of Louisville Ballet, is another member of the committee. Her experience in arts management will be an asset in the committee's discussions on cultural policies and initiatives.
Aaron Poynter, the director at Kentucky Office of Adult Education and Education and Labor Cabinet, is another member of the committee. His experience in education will be invaluable in the committee's discussions on educational policies and initiatives.
Cindy Wiseman, the president and COO at AEP/Kentucky Power, is another member of the committee. Her experience in energy management will be beneficial in the committee's discussions on energy policies and sustainability.
Janie McKenzie-Wells, who is retired and was a Circuit Judge, brings her extensive experience in the judicial system to the committee. Her insights will be valuable in the committee's discussions on legal matters and justice policies.
Barbara Dickens, the General Counsel of Kentucky Finance & Administration Cabinet, is a Committee Member-Ex-Officio of the 2025 Leadership Kentucky executive committee. Dickens' legal expertise will be a significant asset to the committee.
Debbie Zuerner, the director of community engagement at Owensboro Health, is another member of the committee. Her experience in healthcare and community engagement will be beneficial in the committee's discussions on healthcare policies and community development.
Perry Allen, who is retired from U.S. Bank, is a Committee Member-Ex-Officio of the 2025 Leadership Kentucky executive committee. His financial expertise will be valuable in the committee's discussions on financial matters.
Rhonda Whitaker-Hurtt, the director of government and community relations at Duke Energy, is another member of the committee. Her experience in energy management and community relations will be beneficial in the committee's discussions on energy policies and community development.
Betsy Clemons, the executive director of Hazard Perry County Chamber of Commerce, is another member of the committee. Her experience in business and community development will be an asset in the committee's discussions on economic policies and community development.
Elmer K. Whitaker, the chairman of the board and CEO of Whitaker Bank, Inc., is the BRIGHT Liaison/Committee Member of Leadership Kentucky. Whitaker's experience in banking will be beneficial in the committee's discussions on financial matters.
Shannon Montgomery, the vice president at LGE-KU, is another member of the committee. Her experience in business and management will be beneficial in the committee's discussions on economic policies and organisational management.
Roy Lowdenback, the system vice president at Baptist Health, is another member of the committee. His experience in healthcare administration will be invaluable in the committee's discussions on healthcare policies.
Chrisandrea Turner, a partner at Stites & Harbison, PLLC, is a member of the 2025 Leadership Kentucky executive committee. Turner's legal expertise will be a significant asset to the committee.
Daniel Carmack, a realtor at Sallie Davidson Realtors, is another member of the committee. His experience in real estate will be beneficial in the committee's discussions on housing policies and community development.
Charles Session, who is retired from Duke Energy, is a member of the 2025 Leadership Kentucky executive committee. Session's experience in energy management will be valuable in the committee's discussions on energy policies.
Alan Keck, the mayor of the City of Somerset, is another member of the committee. His experience in local government will be beneficial in the committee's discussions on municipal policies.
Carolle Jones Clay, the president of Republic Bank Foundation and the senior VP/managing director of Republic Bank & Trust, is another member of the committee. Her experience in banking and philanthropy will be instrumental in the committee's discussions on community development and social issues.
It is worth noting that Gina Winchester has no publicly known past or present role as a board member of any other organization or institution.
This diverse group of individuals brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table, and their combined efforts are expected to shape the future of leadership in Kentucky.
