Leadership Greater Jackson

06/02/2026

Applications for Leadership Greater Jackson Class 38 are now open!

For four decades, Leadership Greater Jackson has been developing leaders, building relationships, and helping participants gain a deeper understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing our community.

If you're ready to grow your leadership, expand your network, and work alongside leaders committed to the future of Greater Jackson, we encourage you to apply.

🗓️ Applications close Friday, June 26.

Apply today: https://lgjxn.org/leadership-greater-jackson-lgj/

Leadership Greater Jackson is a leadership development program designed to educate participants about major community issues and alternate approaches to solutions to community problems. Each session, the Leadership Greater Jackson class meets to explore different aspects of leadership and various ch...

05/21/2026

Meet the recently graduated Leadership Greater Jackson Class of 2025–2026.

This cohort brought together leaders from across industries to build relationships, strengthen their executive leadership practice, and deepen understanding of Greater Jackson and the people, systems, and opportunities shaping our community.

Explore the current class: https://lgjxn.org/current-class

Interested in joining the next class?

Applications are now open for Leadership Greater Jackson.

Apply here: https://lgjxn.org/leadership-greater-jackson-lgj

Application deadline: June 26

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05/06/2026

📢 Exciting Opportunity: Join Our Team! 🌟

Leadership Greater Jackson (LGJ) is hiring a part-time Leadership Advisor to help foster leadership and community development in Jackson, MS! As a key member of our team, you'll work on developing, implementing, and evaluating programs for both Leadership Greater Jackson and Youth Leadership Jackson. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about equity, diversity, and making a positive impact in the community.

Check out the job description below!

Submit your resume, cover letter, and references to [email protected] by Friday, May 22nd.

Learn more about us at https://lgjxn.org. Join us in creating a better Jackson through leadership and community engagement!



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Job Title: Leadership Advisor (Part-Time, 1099 Contractor) Location: Jackson, MS Reports To: Board of Directors Position Type: Part-Time Anticipated Start: June 2026 About Leadership Greater Jackson (LGJ) Leadership Greater Jackson, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to trainin...

05/04/2026

Celebrating Youth Leadership Jackson - Class of 2026

This group reminds us that Leadership starts now, not someday.

They explored community and engaged with civic leaders throughout the session, and wow did they grow in their identity as leaders.

They’re ready to step up in meaningful ways, and can’t wait to see what’s next! Congrats YLJ!

05/01/2026

Congratulations to the 37th Class of Leadership Greater Jackson!

This cohort represents a group of professionals actively shaping Jackson’s future.

Through the program, they dove into Millsaps College Executive Education, built relationships, perspective, and skills to lead across sectors and move work forward where it matters most.

These are leaders to know and ones to watch.

🎓 Join us in congratulating:
Jasmine Barnes · Patrick Bradley · Yolanda T. Brown · Jordan Coopwood · Jadrienne Cowan · Ryan Colvin · Kyla Cousin · Jeremy Gordon · Sherman Green · Ida Kelly · Leroy Lee · Xavius Levy · Demitria Love · Jeremy Mason · Antron McKay · Michael Morris Jr. · Christina Moseley · Misty Moon · Miracle Matlock · Marqueta Perkins-Clayborne · Maranda Joiner · Angela Quinn · Alexis Rayford · Joanna Stevens · Gabriella Steele · Shelby Tipton · Anastasia Taylor · Shonna Tillman · Jennifer West · Gafford White · Jennifer White

📷: The Perfect Shot

04/22/2026

On behalf of Leadership Greater Jackson, thank you for your generous support—your investment made our 40th Anniversary celebration truly impactful and unforgettable.

04/22/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us in celebrating 40 years of impact, service, and community with Leadership Greater Jackson.

We kicked things off with our signature Toast event on Monday, followed by a meaningful Founders Luncheon on Tuesday. Both moments were a powerful reminder of the people and purpose that continue to move this work forward.

We are deeply grateful to everyone who came out to support LGJ and celebrate with us, especially our founders and past board chairs!

Special thanks to Jeff Rent, Gabriel Prado, Shirley Tucker, Donna Barksdale, Molly West, Chelle B, Yolanda McElroy, and Harold Hart for making these events possible!

Big thanks to all of those who made these events possible with both your time and treasurer!

We’ll be sharing photos soon, stay tuned!

04/22/2026

Youth Leadership Jackson closed out the year taking part in planning and executing the community Block Party in with the Midtown neighborhood, supporting the annual celebration with , , and .

Families enjoyed games and activities, shared food and connected in community.

At the end, when YLJ and 1Campus1Community students closed out the evening, we realized they were huddled up discussing the event and exchanging ideas about their why.

Way to go, YLJ 2026. The impact is just getting started.

04/09/2026

Some D9 love from the LGJ 37th Cohort. We are looking to see all of our alums at the Toast.
Please purchase your tickets in the link below.

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