Shore Leadership is the premier leadership development organization for leaders across Maryland’s Eastern Shore.  SL connected me with new colleagues and gave me insight into the industries that fuel life on the Eastern Shore.

Employer/Current Role
Easton Economic Development Corp

Education
Bachelor of Science – Virginia Tech

Biography
Graduate Year – 2015.
Director of Strategic Initiatives

Shore Leadership has played a starring role in my life and work over the years. Outstanding leaders from all walks of life graduate from the program, and each shares with us their particular talent or perspective about life on the Shore when we meet. Graduates have offered me support and friendship for over a decade, and I cherish the moments I get to spend with my fellow alumni.

Employer/Current Role
Ferretly International, Chief Revenue Officer

Education
Radford University

Biography
Graduate Year – 2019.
Current Role:

Employer/ Current Role
Accounting Strategies Group, LLC, Partner

Education
Masters of Business Administration – Salisbury University 2006
Bachelor of Science Accounting – Villa Julie College (Stevenson University) 2005

Biography
Graduate Year – 2013.
Current Role:

My Shore Leadership experience taught me to understand and appreciate the strengths and personalities of my team members. Knowing how different members think, work, and manage daily task has enabled me to be a better and more effective leader and mentor.

My Shore Leadership experience taught me to understand and appreciate the strengths and personalities of my team members. Knowing how different members think, work, and manage daily task has enabled me to be a better and more effective leader and mentor.

Employer/Current Role
Retired

Born and raised in Maryland. I had an early career as a firefighter/ paramedic and worked in Prince George’s county as a public housing inspector. I moved to the Eastern Shore in 2006, when a position brought me to St. Michaels. I came to know and love the community as my new home. I met my wife here and we were able to buy and rehab our forever home here in 2011. My current job as a Program Administrator/Quality Assurance Inspector for the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development primarily keeps me on the Western Shore but we always said “If you love where you live, it makes the commute bearable.”

During my 2 terms as Commissioner of the Town of St. Michaels I have accomplished many personal goals that have translated into advanced knowledge, skills and networking that impact my quest for positive change for the future of St. Michaels.

• Commissioner of St. Michaels 2016 – 20, 2020-22
• St. Michaels Commission Vice President 2017-20, 2021-22
• President Eastern Shore Association of Municipalities 2020-21
• Vice President, District 2, Maryland Municipal League 2020-2021
• Board Member, Executive Board, Maryland Municipal League 2019 – Present
• Academy for Excellence in Local Governance Certificate 2017
• Graduate of Eastern Shore Leadership 2019
• Community Emergency Response Team Certification, Talbot County 2018
• Member of the Board for Risk Management Legit Insurance 2019 – Present
• Commissioner, Maryland Climate Change Commission 2018 – Present
• Member of the Board Bay Hundred Senior Center 2019 – Present
• St. Michaels Police Department Citizens Academy 2019

Employer/Current Role
Benedictine, Executive Leadership Team

Education
BA in Psychology, University of the South, Sewanee, TN; MA in Behavioral Sciences, University of Houston at Clear Lake, Clear Lake, TX

Biography
Graduate Year –  2017.
Current Role: Secretary of Advisory Board of Directors

Shore Leadership is one of those rare programs that focuses on personal and professional development while being an excellent opportunity to develop a network outside your own field.  I have benefitted greatly from my participation in the class and my ongoing involvement with the Advisory Board.  I encourage anyone looking at opportunities to develop to consider participation.

Shore Leadership is one of those rare programs that focuses on personal and professional development while being an excellent opportunity to develop a network outside your own field.  I have benefitted greatly from my participation in the class and my ongoing involvement with the Advisory Board.  I encourage anyone looking at opportunities to develop to consider participation.

Employer/ Current Role
Chesapeake College, Executive Director Eastern Shore Higher Education Center

Education
AA degree from Chesapeake College, BA from Tarkio College and M.Ed. from Salisbury State University

Biography
Graduate Year – 2010.
Current Role: Executive Committee Member, Chair of Program Committee

Serving on the Shore Leadership Executive Committee and Program Committee have allowed me to continue networking with professionals all over the Eastern Shore.  My Shore Leadership experience didn’t end after graduation.  I have made so many wonderful friends because of Shore Leadership and I continue to learn good leadership strategies.

Serving on the Shore Leadership Executive Committee and Program Committee have allowed me to continue networking with professionals all over the Eastern Shore.  My Shore Leadership experience didn’t end after graduation.  I have made so many wonderful friends because of Shore Leadership and I continue to learn good leadership strategies.

Biography
Experienced loan administrator for a large community bank who works hard to break down or discourage silos while encouraging collaboration between multiple departments. Skilled in core processing and ancillary systems, small and large team leadership and project management.

Biography
A positive and dedicated business professional with over seven years of experience in print and digital media and marketing. I have had the enjoyment of creating, establishing, and maintaining loyal customer relationships, leading project implementations, growing teams, and exceeding expectations. Armed with more than fifteen years of leadership experience, I possess a passion and enthusiasm for overcoming challenges and contributing to the success of organizations.

Biography
Well qualified and results-oriented professional with over thirteen years of successful experience in positions of increasing responsibility and duties. Strong knowledge of the financial industry with experience in diverse facets of business analysis. Team leader experienced at managing individuals and groups, and working across departments to ensure execution of company objectives. A top-performer with track record of consistently meeting sales goals and customer expectations. Qualifications in staff development, coaching, and management to drive and deliver performance results.

Biography
Well qualified and results-oriented professional with over thirteen years of successful experience in positions of increasing responsibility and duties. Strong knowledge of the financial industry with experience in diverse facets of business analysis. Team leader experienced at managing individuals and groups, and working across departments to ensure execution of company objectives. A top-performer with track record of consistently meeting sales goals and customer expectations. Qualifications in staff development, coaching, and management to drive and deliver performance results.

Employer/Current Role
Channel Marker, Executive Director

Education
Master of Social Work and licensed as a licensed certified social worker – clinical (LCSW-C)

Biography
Graduate Year – 2011.
Current Role: Advisory Board Members, Program Committee Co-chair

Shore Leadership is an amazing opportunity to enhance your skill set in leading organizations and staff, networking with other leaders on the Shore, learning more about our local communities, and ultimately learning more about your own potential.  It was one of the most influential things I have done for my career.

Shore Leadership is an amazing opportunity to enhance your skill set in leading organizations and staff, networking with other leaders on the Shore, learning more about our local communities, and ultimately learning more about your own potential.  It was one of the most influential things I have done for my career.

Employer/Current Role
Channel Marker, Executive Director

Education
Master of Social Work and licensed as a licensed certified social worker – clinical (LCSW-C)

Biography
Graduate Year – 2011.
Current Role: Advisory Board Members, Program Committee Co-chair

Shore Leadership is an amazing opportunity to enhance your skill set in leading organizations and staff, networking with other leaders on the Shore, learning more about our local communities, and ultimately learning more about your own potential.  It was one of the most influential things I have done for my career.

Employer/Current Role
Channel Marker, Executive Director

Education
Master of Social Work and licensed as a licensed certified social worker – clinical (LCSW-C)

Biography
Graduate Year – 2011.
Current Role: Advisory Board Members, Program Committee Co-chair

Shore Leadership is an amazing opportunity to enhance your skill set in leading organizations and staff, networking with other leaders on the Shore, learning more about our local communities, and ultimately learning more about your own potential.  It was one of the most influential things I have done for my career.

Employer/Current Role
Channel Marker, Executive Director

Education
Master of Social Work and licensed as a licensed certified social worker – clinical (LCSW-C)

Biography
Graduate Year – 2011.
Current Role: Advisory Board Members, Program Committee Co-chair

Shore Leadership is an amazing opportunity to enhance your skill set in leading organizations and staff, networking with other leaders on the Shore, learning more about our local communities, and ultimately learning more about your own potential.  It was one of the most influential things I have done for my career.