Leadership Tomorrow | Orange County

Leadership Tomorrow | Orange County Leadership Tomorrow, through its programs, expands knowledge, empowers citizens and promotes community involvement.

Join us for Leadership Tomorrow Beyond the Class as we celebrate America’s 250th Birthday and the spirit of leadership, ...
06/11/2026

Join us for Leadership Tomorrow Beyond the Class as we celebrate America’s 250th Birthday and the spirit of leadership, connection, and community!

Whether you're an LT alum, current class member, board member, coworker, family member, or friend, come raise a glass, enjoy light bites, win prizes, and reconnect with the LT family at Muldoon’s Irish Pub.

📅 Tuesday, July 28, 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Muldoon’s Irish Pub, Newport Beach

🎟️ $25 includes:
🍹 One drink ticket
🥨 Light bites
🚗 Free parking
🎁 Prizes

Wear your favorite red, white, and blue attire and get ready for an evening of fun, networking, and patriotic cheer! 🇺🇸✨

Please RSVP at the link in our bio, or visit leadershiptomorrow.org

Congratulations to Ben Zdeba '19 on being selected as the new Deputy City Manager in the City Manager's office. We’re so...
06/10/2026

Congratulations to Ben Zdeba '19 on being selected as the new Deputy City Manager in the City Manager's office. We’re so proud of you! 🥰

Workshop 9: Local Government Day 🏛️The Leadership Tomorrow Class of 2026 concluded their program with an impactful Gover...
06/08/2026

Workshop 9: Local Government Day 🏛️

The Leadership Tomorrow Class of 2026 concluded their program with an impactful Government Workshop! Participants heard from a range of local leaders through multiple panels, including the Committees & Commissions Panel, Mayors Panel, and City Managers Panel.

shared powerful reflections as they wrapped up this final workshop. Huge gratitude to our speakers, sponsors, and community partners for making the day possible!

Joe Stapleton Co-Founder, Newport Beach Foundation and Newport Beach City Councilmember.
Al Murray (LT Alum ’01), Executive Assistant and Policy Advisor, Office of Chairman Donald P. Wagner
Jeff Harlan (LT Alum ’09), Planning Commission Chair, City of Costa Mesa
Janet Lomax, Public Art Commission Chair, City of Tustin
Jolene Fuentes, Planning Commissioner, City of Lake Forest
Shelly Bennecke, Emergency Disaster Preparedness Committee Chair, City of Laguna Beach
(LT Alum ’02), President and CEO,
Al Zelinka, Director, Baker Tilly
Cecilia Gallardo-Daly, Assistant City Manager, City of Costa Mesa
Brian King , Assistant City Manager, City of Irvine
Aldo Schindler, City Manager, City of Tustin
Seimone Jurjis, City Manager, City of Newport Beach
Carolyn Khuu,Community Engagement Volunteer Manager, OneOC

Thank you to our coordinators:
Winston Karuga ‘23, Amber Gregg ‘21, Reina Cuthill ‘23,
Sabrina Fabbri ‘22, Justin Carr ‘16, Andy Godinez ‘24, Ben Zdeba ’19

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05/29/2026

At our recent Guest Luncheon, current class members Trevor Gladych and Britt Hall shared how Leadership Tomorrow has positively impacted their personal and professional lives.

We closed the day with a dynamic Mayor’s Panel, open to alumni, board members, and guests, highlighting the power of collaboration across cities to strengthen Orange County.

Special thanks to the mayors who shared their insights and leadership:

– Mayor Pro Tem of Newport Beach
– Mayor of Tustin
– Mayor of Irvine
– Mayor of Costa Mesa

Grateful for the continued support and engagement from our local leaders and the Leadership Tomorrow community!

05/20/2026

Hear from Scott Vitebksky how LT plays a part in supporting Orange County as a city.

"If you ever wonder how everything comes together and how our community continues to thrive and grow, Leadership Tomorrow is going to be that glue that puts the whole picture in one clear perspective."

Workshop 8: Health & Human Services Day👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️What an impactful and educational day for the LT Class of 2026! Health an...
05/14/2026

Workshop 8: Health & Human Services Day👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️

What an impactful and educational day for the LT Class of 2026! Health and Human Services Day was packed with immersive experiences, meaningful discussions, and thought-provoking insights into the systems and services that impact Orange County every day.

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible panelists:
🔹Dennis Brangwin, Director of Programs - VITAL LINK
🔹Steve Kim, Founder and Executive Director - Project Kinship
🔹Michael Carter, Director - Tierney Center for Veteran Services
🔹Tina Chang, Regional Programs Director – Olive Crest - USA
🔹Michelle Wulfestieg, Founder & Executive Director - Southern California Hospice Foundation
🔹 Blair Contratto, Chief Strategy Officer - Be Well OC

Thanks to our coordinators:
Imelda Buncab '21, Reina Cuthill '22, Neda Arab '22, David Blair '24, Andy Godinez '22, Judy Johnson '22, Kate Kessler '25, Maria Nickless '99, Jenny Roney '15, Sara Sloane '22, Catalina Roger '13.

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Workshop 8: Health & Human Services Day👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️What an impactful and educational day for the LT Class of 2026! Health an...
05/14/2026

Workshop 8: Health & Human Services Day👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️

What an impactful and educational day for the LT Class of 2026! Health and Human Services Day was packed with immersive experiences, meaningful discussions, and thought-provoking insights into the systems and services that impact Orange County every day.

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible panelists:
🔹Dennis Brangwin, Director of Programs -
🔹Steve Kim, Founder and Executive Director - projectkinship
🔹Michael Carter, Director -
🔹Tina Chang, Regional Programs Director – .crest

Thanks to our coordinators:
Imelda Buncab '21, Reina Cuthill '22, Neda Arab '22, David Blair '24, Andy Godinez '22, Judy Johnson '22, Kate Kessler '25, Maria Nickless '99, Jenny Roney '15, Sara Sloane '22, Catalina Roger '13.

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Impact 2026, LT class project was a success! It introduced the community to the nonprofits that has been transforming Or...
05/12/2026

Impact 2026, LT class project was a success! It introduced the community to the nonprofits that has been transforming Orange County.

100% of net proceeds went directly to the organizations.

People showed up. Voted. Made an impact.

Nonprofit organizations:



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Thank you to the sponsors:







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04/29/2026

What makes Leadership Tomorrow so impactful? Neda Arab ’22 shares her experience and why she continues to stay connected with the program.

04/20/2026

Trevor ’26 shares his experience from Justice Day and what he gained from this impactful program.

"LT continues to improve upon itself every month. The access and insights that we have available to us second to none. If you are thinking about applying, you should."

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