LSM E-News | October 2025 |
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Another Beautiful LSM Homecoming! |
One thing is certain: When LSM gets together, we have a grand time!
On October 8th, LSM graduates, participants, and friends convened at our rain location, Chesapeake Hills Golf Course, for Homecoming 2025. Joy and laughter filled the ballroom as we reconnected with each other and welcomed the newest members of our LSM family, the Executive Program Class of 2026. Heartfelt congratulations to our 2025 Best Class Ever Challenge winners! Like all of you, the members of these classes go above and beyond every day to serve LSM and our Southern Maryland community. |
Most Philanthropic Class: LSM 2018 Most Community-Engaged Class: LSM 2016
Official Best Class Ever for 2025: LSM 2016
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LSM also recognizes and celebrates Homecoming Chair Christa Hood, LSM '18 for years of extraordinary service to LSM, hosting the Best Party Ever year after year! |
Special thanks to Homecoming sponsor KBR; the Homecoming Committee (Denise Kopel, LSM '23; Karyn Molines, LSM '24; Angela Small, LSM '16; Jodi Stanalonis, LSM '24; and Stephanie St. Peter, LSM '25); our amazing team of volunteers; hosts Chesapeake Hills Golf Course and Calvert Marine Museum for supporting us and pivoting so graciously; all the donors of wonderful auction items; Auctioneer for Life Tom Clark, LSM '18; the Alumni Committee, led by Yonelle Moore-Lee, LSM '22; and to all who attended.
You helped raise $16,325 to support LSM's mission to connect, educate, and inspire leaders to collaborate for the good of Southern Maryland! |
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Best Class Ever Challenge Results |
Sincere thanks to all who leaned into LSM's 2025 Best Class Ever Challenge! We remain proud of all the ways LSM graduates support LSM and Southern Maryland.
And we never forget that we really do have 22 Best Classes Ever! |
LSMAA Member Event - November 8
A Conversation with Shep McKenney |
LSM Alumni Association members, join an intimate and memorable conversation with celebrated inventor, entrepreneur, and author Shep McKenney on Saturday, November 8, 1-3pm, at the Real Food Studio in Leonardtown. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Local Entrepreneur Shep McKenney’s Leadership Legacy: - Founder of Guest Quarters, the first all-suite hotel chain in the U.S.
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Transformed Hinckley Yachts with joystick controls and jet propulsion.
- Co-founder of Seakeeper, revolutionizing the marine industry with gyroscopic stabilization.
In A Life’s Work: Learning to Overrule My Mindless Brain, McKenney shares a deeply personal journey of inner transformation. His book, and this conversation, offer insights not just into his remarkable career—but into the mindset that made it all possible. Learn more: shepmckenney.com
LSMAA Members: $40. Click HERE to purchase tickets!
Not an LSM Alumni Association member but want to attend? Join LSMAA! Members must be Leadership Southern Maryland graduates. |
Executive Program Studies the Realities of Economic & Workforce Development |
On Oct. 8, the Executive Program Class of 2026 met with state and regional economic development leaders at the Chesapeake Hills Golf Course in Lusby, Md., to discuss Southern Maryland’s economic and workforce development challenges, opportunities, and initiatives.
Participants tuned into an honest conversation among economic development and planning directors from Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary’s counties about the realities of economic development in their jurisdictions and regionally. The class also learned about workforce development initiatives of the Tri-County Council for Southern Maryland, The Patuxent Partnership, and College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Workforce Center and reflected on the economic impact of Southern Maryland's nonprofit organizations.
One of many highlights of the day was a robust discussion of efforts to promote an entrepreneurial ecosystem in Southern Maryland with Maryland Deputy Secretary of Commerce Stephen Rice; Justin Ferguson of TEDCO; James Vasquez of the Maryland Small Business Development Center Southern Region; and Brian Jordan, President and Co-Founder of Jordan R&D. A centerpiece of the session was the opportunity for participants to "Be an Economic Developer for the Day," collaborating with others to solve real Southern Maryland economic development cases pertaining to infrastructure revitalization, diversification through the blue (agriculture) economy, and workforce development to support advanced manufacturing in our region. Special thanks to Program Advocate Sheebah Smith, LSM '24, for designing an excellent, information session; to Bob Branham, LSM '20, Director of Calvert County Parks & Recreation, for hosting us; and to Calvert County Administrator Linda Turner for bringing welcoming remarks. |
The Leadership Table with Matt Scassero
November 19: Christina Taylor |
The Leadership Table with Matt Scassero is a series of live events featuring up-close-and-personal conversations with the authors of Letters from Leaders. The letters feature real stories, insights, and reflections from leaders across Southern Maryland. Our 2025 theme, “Leading from Where You Are,” explores the many ways leadership happens in everyday moments.
On Wednesday, November 19th, Matt Scassero, LMd '07 hosts an interactive discussion with rising star Christina Taylor, LEAP '22, Associate Director of Admissions & Enrollment Management at The George Washington University and LSM Vice President for LEAP. The conversation will be recorded for LSM's new Leadership Table Podcast. Details to be confirmed soon!
Stay tuned for the Leadership Table Podcast and for information about our upcoming live events with remarkable leaders! |
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Nonprofits! Register for the Southern Maryland Day of Giving! |
Nonprofits serving Charles, Calvert, and St. Mary’s counties are invited to register for the inaugural Southern Maryland Day of Giving online campaign to be held on Giving Tuesday, December 2, 2025. Neighbors across Southern Maryland will join together for a celebration of generosity that directly fuels the nonprofits serving our community every day. Together, we will strengthen the organizations that support families, protect resources, and bring hope where it’s needed most. #givingisSOmd
Nonprofit Eligibility Participating nonprofits must:
- Be IRS-recognized tax-exempt organizations and businesses in Good Standing with the State of Maryland (link)
- Have the ability to accept donations through their own online giving platforms
- Register via the Southern Maryland Day of Giving application portal on the Leadership Southern Maryland website:
Registration
Virtual Information Sessions Attend a virtual information to get answers to your questions and share marketing ideas: - Tuesday, October 21: 12:30-1:00pm
- Wednesday, October 29: 12:30-1:00pm
- Wednesday, November 5: 12:30-1:00pm
To receive the meeting link, email somdgiving@leadershipsomd.org.
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Remember: LSMAA membership is a beautiful way to enjoy the benefits and fun of continued connection with your LSM family and pay forward the LSM experience for other Southern Maryland leaders. We sincerely appreciate your support! Click HERE to join LSMAA. |
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Ways to Help Strengthen Our Community |
How can you help? ...
Organizations throughout Southern Maryland, including LSM, truly need the expertise and support of talented people like you. Often all we need is an occasional hour or two. Here are some needs we know about: LSM RECRUITING TEAM -- NOVEMBER-JUNE
Will you help the LSM Recruiting Committee bring in the next Best Class Ever? The team meets once monthly on the third Tuesday at 5:00-6:00pm via Zoom to develop and steer LSM's recruitment strategy. That's just seven meetings! You're also invited to interview candidates. Available to Help? [email protected] OPPORTUNITIES THROUGHOUT SOUTHERN MARYLAND SoMD Volunteer Opportunities Listing Courtesy of the Nonprofit Institute at the College of Southern Maryland Thank you for leading through service! |
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Monday, October 20: LSM Executive Program After-Hours. 5:45-7:00pm. Coast 2 Coast Seafood Bar & Grill. 14442 Solomons Island Rd S, Solomons, MD 20688. All LSM graduates are welcome! Join us!
Thursday, November 6: LSM Executive Program After-Hours. 4:45-6:00pm. The Social Coffeehouse and Cocktail Bar. 41655 Fenwick St, Leonardtown, MD 20650 Sponsored by Pure Play Every Day. All LSM graduates are welcome! Join us!
Saturday, November 8: A Conversation with Inventor and Entrepreneur Shep McKenney, author of A Life's Work: Learning to Overrule My Mindless Brain. 1-3pm. The Real Food Studio. 41566 Medleys Neck Rd, Leonardtown, MD 20650. LSMAA Members: $40 (includes lunch and beverages). Cash bar available. Get tickets HERE. Not an LSMAA Member yet? Join LSMAA today!
Wednesday, November 19: SAVE THE DATE! The Leadership Table with Matt Scassero. Special Guest Christina Taylor, LEAP '22. 5-7pm. Details to be confirmed soon!
Tuesday, December 2: Southern Maryland Day of Giving. In this online campaign, individuals and businesses are invited to partner with local nonprofits in doing Giving Tuesday Southern Maryland style -- as a community! While nonprofits fundraise throughout the year to support their organizations' missions, on December 2 we work together and support one another. Learn more HERE.
Be sure to follow LSM's social media for updates! |
LSMAA Member Events & Notices |
Thursday, October 16: KBR and Wings Over America Scholarship Fund Networking Event. 4:30–7:00pm. Call Signs. 46580 Expedition Drive, Lexington Park, MD 20653. Join KBR and the Wings Over America Scholarship Fund for an evening of networking, community, and support for a great cause. Whether you’re looking to make new connections or catch up with familiar faces, this is a great opportunity to engage with professionals in the area. RSVP HERE.
Wednesday, October 22: The Patuxent Partnership Annual Meeting. 8:30-10:30am at TechPort/Aeropark! Dr. Bernice Brezina, Dean, School of STEM and Professional Studies, CSM, talks about the new Aviation Maintenance Program at CSM and the Cyber Range and Cyber Education. Limited seats. Register soon HERE.
Thursday, October 23: St Mary’s Young Professionals Event. 5:00-7:00pm at Action Lounge & Billiards. 25470 Point Lookout Rd, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Come out for an AXE-travagant time hosted by Viking Axe Throwing. Register HERE.
Thursday, November 6: AFCEA Southern Maryland invites you to "What Keeps You Up at Night?" Part 13, an interactive event. 11:30am-12:45pm on Webex. Join meeting here: -
Meeting number (access code): 2313 112 4052
- Meeting password: pgPmaEEx987 (74762339 when dialing from a video system)
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Join by phone +1-415-655-0003 US Toll
Wednesday, November 19: Annual TPP Defense Summit. 8:00am-4:45pm. University System of Maryland at Southern Maryland SMART Building. 44219 Airport Rd, Building 3, California, MD 20619. Register HERE. |
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Thank You, LSM Program Sponsors! |
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