Our Mission
The mission of the Emerging Leaders program is to create opportunities for enriching professional development, networking and community service to young leaders in Burke County.
What is Burke Emerging Leaders?
The Emerging Leaders began in early 2019 when the Burke County Chamber of Commerce and the Burke County United Way came together to create a steering committee. Both saw a need for the development and support of the young professionals in our county, and more opportunities for them to connect, network and give back to their community.
Through networking events, volunteering opportunities and leadership training, our members leverage the powers of other Burke Emerging Leaders to connect, serve, and grow both professionally and personally. Burke County Emerging Leaders is completely open to all young professionals aged 21-40. There are currently no yearly membership fees.
Steering Committee
Katherine Christie (Chair), Burke County Tourism
Devan Berry (Vice Chair), The Paper Media
Mackenzie Adams, Blue Ridge Healthcare Foundation
Madelyn Hogston, Burke County Chamber of Commerce
Jacob Lancaster, St. Matthews UMC
Lily Laramie, Small Business Center, WPCC
Abigail Taylor, Burke County United Way
Dylan Webb, Bimbo Bakeries
Emmannuel Wright, HiTone Fitness
Brandon Whitesides, Lowes Hardware