Gilbert Leadership Class 35 is officially underway! The newest cohort kicked off the year with an energizing Orientation and Team-Building Day, setting the stage for a year of learning, collaboration, and leadership development.
We’re excited to welcome this group of talented leaders representing a wide range of industries, including business, healthcare, nonprofits, education, government, and public safety. We look forward to seeing how Class 35 grows, connects, and contributes to the Gilbert community throughout the year!
Meet Class 35
- Chad Angle - Reputation Repair
- Rodney (Rod) Bailey - Christian Care Management, Inc.
- Alicia Boe
- Ken Booker - Town of Gilbert - Gilbert Police Department
- Jesse Brainard - Arizona State Senate
- Debbie Callarman -House of Refuge
- Porscha Cannon - The Town of Gilbert
- Roddy Dokter - Salt River Project
- Paul Edwards - Self-employed
- Valentina Garcia - AZCEND
- Lonnie Graham - Town of Gilbert
- Amy Holewa - Holewa Financial
- Chris Marini - H&I Automotive
- Shauna McAlister - Higley Unified School District
- Renita Miller - Gilbert Public Schools
- Madison Mortensen - Town of Gilbert
- Brandon Mullins - Banner Gateway Medical Center
- Mandy Porter-Griffith - Entryway
- Bruce Potts - Higley Unified School District
- Aubrey Rockwood - Dignity Health
- Christine Sabel - Chandler Gilbert Community College
- Andrew Speer - Salt River Project

About Gilbert Leadership
Gilbert Leadership, a premier program of the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce Foundation, empowers both emerging and established leaders to strengthen our community. With more than 30 years of impact, the program has graduated alumni who continue to drive meaningful change and growth in Gilbert.
Participants gain a deeper understanding of the community, forge lasting connections, and develop the skills needed to make a difference.
Learn more or get involved at www.gilbertleadership.com.
Thank You to Our Sponsors and Donors
Sponsorship for the 2026–2027 Gilbert Leadership program is proudly provided by: APS, Arizona State University,Town of Gilbert, and HD SOUTH - Home of the Gilbert Historical Museum. Team-Building Day Breakfast is sponsored by Newman Realty Team Powered by Realty One Group.
The Gilbert Chamber Foundation is generously supported by the following donors: SRP, Town of Gilbert, Banner Gateway Medical Center, First Western Bank, Rayhons Financial/Cetera Advisor Networks, On Purpose Strategies, Advance Champion Supply, Colair Beauty Lounge & Med Spa, Deb Carr, and PETTITT WEALTH.