Leadership Warren County celebrated the graduation of its Class of 2026 during a ceremony held Wednesday, June 3, at Interfaith Chapel in Warren.

The program, administered by the Warren County Chamber of Business & Industry, is designed to identify, educate and inspire current and emerging leaders by providing participants with a deeper understanding of the organizations, resources and opportunities that shape the community.

Throughout the past year, class members took part in educational sessions covering a wide range of topics, including local history, government, healthcare, education, business and entrepreneurship, natural resources, conservation, media, economic development, leadership skills and community engagement. Participants also completed leadership-building activities and developed professional relationships with fellow community leaders from across the country.

“This year’s class demonstrated an outstanding commitment to learning, collaboration and community service,” said Lacey Hanson, director of Leadership Warren County in a press release. “They invested their time and energy into becoming more informed and engaged leaders, and I am excited to see how they continue to make a positive impact in their workplaces, organizations and throughout Warren County.”

Graduates of the Leadership Warren County Class of 2026 are:

Jamie Nelson, United Refining Company

Ally Pavlock, Northern Pennsylvania Regional College

Alexa Hultquist, Northwest Bank

Melissa Becker, Northern Pennsylvania Regional College

Haley Zdarko, Rouse Estate

Erin Wallace, Warren County YMCA

Jodie Huff, Jefferson DeFrees Family Center

Sara Edmiston, Warren Public Library

Liz D’Orsa Tray, Higher Education Representative

Kristi Bogart, Whirley Drinkworks

Leadership Warren County is now accepting applications and nominations for the Class of 2027. The program brings together professionals from diverse backgrounds and industries who are interested in strengthening their leadership abilities, expanding their professional networks and becoming more actively engaged in the future of Warren County.

Those interested in applying or nominating a candidate for the Class of 2027 can contact Hanson at director@leadershipwarrencounty.org.