A New Class of Leaders Rises: Welcome Gilbert Leadership Class 34

Gilbert Leadership Class 34 officially launched the year with an energizing Orientation and Team-Building Day!

We are excited to introduce the dynamic leaders who make up this year’s cohort. Representing diverse industries—including business, healthcare, non-profit, education, government, and public safety—Class 34 is poised to continue the proud tradition of excellence, community service, and leadership development that defines the Gilbert Leadership program.

Meet Class 34

  • Ana Barraza, Banner Health

  • Brandy Bierly, Capstone Hospitality

  • Greg Bouslog, Valley of the Sun YMCA

  • Keith Bradshaw, Town of Gilbert

  • Nicole Charmoli, Gilbert Chamber of Commerce

  • Joshua Cooper, SERVPRO of Gilbert

  • Jacqueline Cruz, House of Refuge

  • May Dobbins, Vitalant

  • Ashley Doering, Town of Gilbert

  • Monica D'Ortenzio, Town of Gilbert

  • Alan Fields, Higley Unified School District

  • Ariel Harton, Town of Gilbert

  • Brian Hoyt, Town of Gilbert Police Department

  • Holly Kempton, LifeLite Financial

  • Derek Konofalski, Sleepytime Studios

  • Jeff Kressaty, SRP

  • Bernadette La Mazza, Chandler-Gilbert Community College

  • Amanda Leno, Thrive Counseling Services, LLC

  • Dawn Mackay, Gilbert Public Schools

  • Nanda Micaletti, Arizona Forward

  • Immanuel Ndiba, Salt River Project

  • Stuart Preston, Tech-y Digital Marketing LLC (dba Cingularis)

  • Clay Richardson, Self-Employed

  • Tim Shaffer, Open Hearts Family Wellness

  • Ken Snow, Town of Gilbert

  • Nathan Thue, Arizona Total Home Restoration

  • Audie Whipple, SRP

About Gilbert Leadership

Developing Leaders. Inspiring Growth. Impacting Community.

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 2025–2026 Gilbert Leadership program is proudly provided by: APS, Arizona State University, and DoubleTree by Hilton Phoenix-Gilbert. Team Building Day is sponsored in part by Newman Realty Team Powered by Realty One Group.

The Gilbert Chamber Foundation is generously supported by the following donors: SRP, Town of Gilbert, All About You Placement and Senior Resources, Banner Gateway Medical Center, First Western Bank, Rayhons Financial/Cetera Advisor Networks, Dignity Health, and Amy Jones Group.