Leadership Franklin Announces Class of 2026–2027
Leadership Franklin is pleased to announce its class of 2026–2027, which includes business leaders, law enforcement professionals, nonprofit directors, community volunteers and more. This ten-month community leadership program begins in August and concludes in May 2027.
“We are intentional in selecting established leaders who reflect a true cross-section of Franklin and Williamson County,” said Executive Director Paula Harris. “Through the program, participants engage deeply with critical topics, including government, land resources, economic development, quality of life, and education — conversations that strengthen not only individual leaders but the community as a whole. To date, Leadership Franklin has developed a network of over 500 alumni who continue to shape our region and serve as leaders in our community.”
Leadership Franklin’s 29th Class
Dustin Anderson City of Franklin Fire Department
Robin Baldree Marcoma Realty Inc.
Scotty Bernick Pape-Dawson
Greer Bickley Brasfield & Gorrie
Darci Caesar Onward Real Estate – Darci Caesar Group
Christina Christiansen Atmos Energy
Mary Decker Franklin Special District
Denice Demers Simmons Bank
Walter Denton City of Franklin
Bobby Dilworth City of Franklin Police Department
Chris Douse Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz PC
Mark Fleischer Studio Tenn Theatre Company
Chris Howell Chris Howell Insurance
Sheriff Jeff Hughes Williamson County Sheriff’s Office
Jessica Jeffers Williamson County Library
Nick Mann Bridgestone Americas
Niya Moon Jackson Financial Inc.
Sharmila Patel The TMA Group
Jena Potter Williamson, Inc.
Tyrus Sturgis Heritage Foundation of Williamson County
Brodrick Thomas The Refuge Center for Counseling
Scott Vick FirstBank
Roger Walters Community Volunteer
Clay Watson Five Points Roofing
Leadership Franklin is a nonprofit community leadership organization dedicated to educating, informing, and empowering leaders to improve the quality of life in Franklin and Williamson County. The organization is funded by business, individual, and alumni contributions. Each year, participants are selected based on commitment to the Williamson County community, previous participation in community, civic, or professional organizations, and demonstrated leadership in current or previous positions.
For more information, visit www.leadershipfranklin.com.