Greater Tucson Leadership

🌟 Community Impact Award Spotlight 🌟 We are beyond excited to celebrate Calline Sanchez as our 2024 Woman of the Year honoree! From her groundbreaking leadership at IBM to her passionate advocacy for STEM education and workforce development, Calline embodies excellence in community impact. Her efforts have put Tucson on the global innovation map, all while inspiring underrepresented groups, especially young women, to pursue their dreams in STEM fields. Through initiatives like IBM’s Annual Days of Caring and millions raised for local causes via United Way, Calline's servant leadership has directly transformed lives in Southern Arizona. Her bold vision, collaborative spirit, and unwavering dedication to uplifting others make her the perfect recipient of this award. Join us to honor Calline's incredible contributions at the 72nd Community Impact Awards: 📍 Date: Friday, April 11, 2025 📍 Location: Casino Del Sol 🕒 RSVP by: April 4, 2025 🎟️ Tickets, tables, sponsorships, and tribute ads are available now: https://lnkd.in/g_xiKFHc Celebrate the leaders shaping Tucson while supporting Greater Tucson Leadership’s mission to inspire, develop, and promote leadership that drives positive change. Special thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this event possible: Casino Del Sol Resort, BizTucson Magazine, Cox Communications, Damschen Financial Planning, Pima Foundation, Community Foundation for Southern Arizona, and OneAZ Credit Union. Let’s come together to honor Calline and others who make our community extraordinary! GTL is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. https://lnkd.in/gsfBdZ2r #WomanOfTheYear #LeadershipMatters #CommunityImpactAwards

Did you know your donation to the Tucson Youth Leadership Academy (TYLA) can have double the impact? Not only will you empower high school students to become confident leaders and changemakers in our community, but you’ll also receive a dollar-for-dollar credit on your Arizona state taxes! At TYLA, we’re shaping future leaders through hands-on leadership development and career-readiness programs for Pima County teens. Your support fuels GTL’s mission: To recognize, develop, and engage driven leaders to be catalysts for change. ✅ Arizona Tax Credit Limits: Up to $470 for individuals | Up to $938 for couples filing jointly QCO code: 22761 Let’s invest in Tucson’s future workforce and keep our tax dollars local. Together, we can build a thriving community—one outstanding leader at a time! 🌟Learn more and donate: https://lnkd.in/gutUUGQR #YouthLeadership #TYLA #CatalystsForChange #AZTaxCredit https://lnkd.in/g9h6jPqc

🎉 December Leader of the Month: Kjersten Erickson! 🎉 GTL is excited to recognize Kjersten Erickson, Campus Manager at the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona and proud GTL Lead Tucson Alum, Class of 2024 #BestClassEver! Kjersten has transformed the Foundation Campus into a thriving hub for local nonprofits, achieving 100% rental capacity, boosting event usage, and fostering a true sense of community. Described as “a new era of leadership” in her nomination, Kjersten leads by example with compassion, dedication, and resolve—whether navigating challenges like vandalism or celebrating connections among nonprofits. Her work reflects GTL’s mission to develop leaders who are catalysts for change. Congratulations, Kjersten, and thank you for making a lasting impact on Tucson! 🌟 Nominate a Leader of the Month! 🌟 Anyone can nominate, and anyone can win! Do you know someone making a positive impact in our community? Recognize their efforts—it’s quick and easy! Submit your nomination here: https://lnkd.in/g_rKeA-7. Special thanks to our Leader of the Month sponsors: BNI SoZona, Sauce Pizza & Wine, and Malama ia Floral Design. #LeadershipInAction #LeaderOfTheMonth #GTLTucson

🎄✨ Happy Holidays from Greater Tucson Leadership! ✨🎄 This season, we're filled with gratitude for the amazing community we serve. Your support fuels our mission to recognize, develop, and engage leaders who make Tucson brighter every day. Wishing you joy, peace, and inspiration throughout the holidays and into 2025. Here's to growing and thriving together in the new year! With appreciation, Justin, Jamie & the GTL Board Please note, the GTL office will be closed from December 24, 2024, through January 1, 2025. We look forward to reconnecting with you in the New Year! #HappyHolidays #SeasonsGreetings #GTLCommunity 📸 Photo Edit Credit: Eduardo Ramirez

🌟Building Strengths, Building Teams!🌟GTL CEO Justin Lukasewicz and Gallup Certified Strengths Coach had the privilege of leading a Strengths-Based Team Building session for the incredible CASA Of Pima County team! CASA’s volunteers play a vital role in advocating for the best interests of children in our community, and it was inspiring to help their team harness their strengths to continue their impactful work. During the session, participants discovered their unique talents and worked together to build a stronger foundation of trust, communication, and collaboration—key ingredients for any mission-driven organization. Looking to empower your team in 2025? Whether you're advocating for change or driving impact, GTL’s customized team-building workshops are here to help you achieve your goals. Book your session today: https://lnkd.in/gA6asbnR As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, GTL reinvests every dollar back into our community. Support local, and let’s grow stronger together! #TeamBuilding #StrengthsFinder #LeadershipDevelopment #CASAofPimaCounty

🎭✨ December 13, 2024 - What an incredible Arts & Culture Day! The Lead Tucson Class of 2025 dove into Tucson’s vibrant arts and culture scene during Arts & Culture Day, presented by the Tucson Convention Center. The day was filled with energy, inspiration, and community connection. Highlights included lively merengue dancing with Barbea Williams. Zach Baker of the Downtown Tucson Partnership led an insightful walking tour of downtown Tucson. The class also enjoyed a delicious lunch provided by TCC Catering, savoring the flavors of Tucson in the heart of its cultural hub. We are deeply grateful to our sponsors who made the day possible. The Rialto Theatre served as our Issue Day Sponsor, while the Tucson Improv Movement kept us energized as the Snack Sponsor. Corporate support from the Pima Foundation, OneAZ Credit Union, and the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona underscored the importance of investing in leadership and community-building initiatives like this. Special recognition goes to our dedicated committee members—Caity Martin, Cheree Meeks, Helen Gomez, Josie Milliken, and Robyn Lambert—whose hard work and vision ensured an unforgettable experience. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, GTL is committed to cultivating leadership and strengthening Southern Arizona. If you’d like to support experiences like Arts & Culture Day, consider sponsoring an upcoming Issue Day. Learn more about getting involved at https://lnkd.in/gGTyDSdW. #LeadershipInAction #GTLArtsAndCulture #TucsonLeadership

🌟Community Impact Award Spotlight🌟 We are thrilled to celebrate former Mayor of Tucson Jonathan Rothschild as our 2024 Founders Award honoree! Established in 1985, the Founders Award honors a lifetime of community involvement and accomplishments. It celebrates individuals who have significantly shaped our community in a positive way, demonstrating merit, dedication, and impact. From revitalizing downtown Tucson and championing education to fostering collaboration and co-creating initiatives like GTL's Civic and Political Leadership Academy (CPLA), Jonathan Rothschild's legacy is one of transformative leadership and unwavering service. His dedication to inspiring future leaders and building a brighter Tucson exemplifies the very spirit of this award. Join us as we honor his incredible contributions at the 72nd Community Impact Awards: 📅 Date: Friday, April 11, 2025 📍 Location: Casino Del Sol 🕐 RSVP by: April 4, 2025 🎟️ Tickets, tables, sponsorships, and tribute ads are available now! https://lnkd.in/g_xiKFHc Celebrate the leaders who make Tucson extraordinary while supporting Greater Tucson Leadership's mission to recognize, develop, and engage driven leaders to be catalysts for change. See you there! A special thanks to our sponsors for making this event possible: Casino Del Sol Resort, BizTucson Magazine, Cox Communications, Damschen Financial Planning, Pima Foundation, Community Foundation for Southern Arizona, and OneAZ Credit Union. GTL is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. https://lnkd.in/gsfBdZ2r

December 10, 2024 - GTL CEO, Justin Lukasewicz, led a Strengths-Based Team Building session for the amazing team at Banner Health today! It’s always inspiring to see teams discover their unique strengths and build stronger connections to boost trust, communication, and productivity. Looking to kick off the New Year with a positive, dynamic team-building session? GTL offers customized workshops led by our Gallup Certified Strengths Coach. From discovering your team’s top talents to developing a supportive and productive environment, we’ve got the perfect professional development solution for you. 🛠️ Workshops include: Strengths-based team building Positive psychology to transform workplace dynamics Crafting personal mission statements for leadership 📅 Start 2025 on the right foot! Book your session today: https://lnkd.in/gA6asbnR GTL is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so your investment not only benefits your team but also supports local leadership development and community impact. Keep your dollars local and make a difference! #LeadershipDevelopment #TeamBuilding #strengthsfinder

🌟GTL Mission Moment: Meet Unykee!🌟 "My mission in life is to embrace who I am as a leader. To be empowering and inspiring for whoever I come across. To show confidence and courage in everything I do. To never give up on my dreams and who I aspire to be. To be the change in someone's life. To take advantage of every opportunity I have in life as it can change everything for me. Be the best I can be. Be the change and always have fun. Be a leader that can be outstanding to my community." ~Unykee's personal mission statement Unykee, a recent graduate of the Tucson Youth Leadership Academy (TYLA), embodies the spirit of leadership and community impact that drives Greater Tucson Leadership (GTL). TYLA prepares students like Unykee to lead with confidence and courage, equipping them with skills to create change in their lives and their communities. At GTL, we believe in breaking down barriers to leadership, which is why TYLA is tuition-free for our partner schools. But this transformative program depends on support from community members like you! For just $800, you can sponsor a future leader like Unykee and invest in the next generation of changemakers. Ready to make an impact? Click here to sponsor a TYLA student today: https://lnkd.in/g9h6jPqc. Together, we’re shaping tomorrow’s leaders. #MondayMissionMoment #TYLA #FutureLeaders #YouthEmpowerment #SupportLeadership #bethechange GTL is a 501c3 nonprofit organization

🎉Congratulations to the Tucson Youth Leadership Academy Fall Class of 2024!🎉 December 4, 2025 - Last night, we celebrated the Fall 2024 Tucson Youth Leadership Academy (TYLA) graduation at Santa Rita High School—and what a night it was! This inspiring cohort of young leaders shared their powerful personal mission statements and reflections on how TYLA has shaped their futures. From gaining confidence to embracing their unique strengths, their growth over the last four months has been nothing short of extraordinary. TYLA, created in partnership with the Pima County School Superintendent's Office in 2022, empowers high school students with hands-on leadership training and career exploration. Last night’s graduates joined over 120 TYLA alumni and became part of the Greater Tucson Leadership (GTL) family, which now includes more than 1,200 changemakers across Tucson. This program would not have been possible without the incredible support of our partners and sponsors. Our heartfelt thanks go to our program sponsors—Raytheon Technologies, the Center for the Future of Arizona, Caterpillar Inc., Tucson Business Networking, Cerulean Financial, Hughes Federal Credit Union, @Cushman & Wakefield | PICOR CHARITABLE FOUNDATION, Tucson Electric Power, and the Education Enrichment Foundation—for their generous contributions. Additionally, we are immensely thankful for the support of our corporate sponsors: the Pima Foundation, Community Foundation for Southern Arizona, and OneAZ Credit Union. Together, these supporters make a lasting impact on our future leaders and the Tucson community. TYLA is a Qualified Charitable Organization (QCO) in Arizona, which means your contributions provide dollar-for-dollar tax credits while supporting future cohorts of exceptional young leaders. Visit https://lnkd.in/eyrFK9ze to learn more. Here’s to the bright futures ahead for these outstanding leaders! #TYLA2024 #YouthLeadership #FutureLeaders #TucsonStrong #GTLAlumni