Fifty emerging and established community leaders celebrated their graduation from Class XLI of Leadership Greater Little Rock (LGLR), a flagship program of the Little Rock Regional Chamber. Held annually since 1985, LGLR is a nine-month leadership development experience designed to cultivate civic-minded professionals equipped to positively impact the future of Central Arkansas.
“This program continues to build a strong legacy of developing leaders who are committed to strengthening and serving our region,” said Kellen Davis, Executive Director of Leadership Greater Little Rock. “For more than four decades, LGLR alumni have made meaningful impacts across business, healthcare, education, nonprofit organizations, and government, helping shape the future of the Little Rock region.”
This year’s class was led by Chair Molly McNulty and Co-Chair Dr. Richard Moss, both proud alumni and dedicated community leaders. Class XLI selected Matt Martin as Class Speaker, where he delivered remarks on behalf of his fellow classmates. The event’s keynote address was given by Sabrina Lewellen, who shared inspiring insights on leadership, public service, and creating meaningful community impact.
Over the course of the program year, participants gathered each month at sites throughout Central Arkansas to dive into important issues shaping the region. Through panel discussions, behind-the-scenes tours, expert speakers, and collaborative group presentations, class members gained firsthand insight into the opportunities and challenges shaping the region’s future.
Graduates of Leadership Greater Little Rock Class XLI include:
Whitney Ayers - Garver
Derek Boyce - University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Blake Buchanan - Arkansas Foodbank
Rebecca Burkman - Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority
Troy T. Cage - Regions Bank
David Carpenter - University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College
Aziza Carroll - Mhp.si
Frank Cox III - CMW Marketing + Design
Hayden Cunningham III - Clark Contractors, LLC
Tory Dearth - Arkansas Electric Cooperatives
Matthew Dempsey - Catholic High School for Boys
Nate Disarro - Content Titan
Dawn Eick - Copper Well Retreat
Derek Fisher - Bank OZK
Markell Antonio Foreman, Sr. - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Rev. C.J. Fowler - Second Baptist Church, Downtown
Daniel Frazier - Representing the Rotaract Club of Little Rock; Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Little Rock
Sarah Gold - Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates & Woodyard, PLLC
Benjamin Gregory - WER Architects
Alyssa Hammond - First Security Bank
Jimmy Harris - Office of US Senator John Boozman
Alex Hudson - Ronald McDonald House of Arkansas & North Louisiana
Crystal Humphreys - Simmons Bank
Ashley Jones - The Venture Center
Justin J. Jones - Bill & Hillary Clinton National Airport
Wendell Kinzler - Polk Stanley Wilcox Architects
Colea Long - Medtronic
Katrina Loyd - Baptist Health
Matt Martin - Pulaski County Title
Jamie Middleton - Immerse Arkansas
Staci Miller - Arkansas Democrat-Gazette/WEHCO Media
Kay Mueller - L’Oreal
Trent Murchison - Edward Jones
Mary Margaret Pratt - CHI St. Vincent
Lauren Reynolds, CPA
David Rice - Arkansas 4-H ExCEL Leadership Program
LTC Eric Scarbrough - Arkansas National Guard
Carson Seelinger - CARTI
Ross Simpson - Rose Law Firm
Isaac Sims - Crafton Tull
Brice Sisco - Arvest
Shay Stout - Arkansas Hospitality Association
Faith Thomas - Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield
Bryna Tolbert - Delta Dental of Arkansas
Nick Tonino - Nabholz Construction
Adam Triche - McClelland Consulting Engineers, Inc.
Lance Turner - Ghidotti Communications
Johanna B. Wade - Friday, Eldredge & Clark
Dylan Ward - Tempus Realty Partners
Eric Yarberry - World Services for the Blind
Applications for Leadership Greater Little Rock Class XLII (2026–2027) are now open. Those interested in learning more about how they can grow as leaders and give back to the community are encouraged to apply here.
For more information, visit www.littlerockchamber.com or contact the Chamber directly.