The McKinney Chamber of Commerce proudly celebrated the graduation of the Leadership McKinney Class of 2026, presented by Title Sponsor James Jenkins with RiskWell, with Graduation Sponsor Encore Wire and Reception Sponsor Commercial Bank of Texas.
Leadership McKinney is a premier nine-month immersive leadership program designed to identify, develop, and inspire future leaders who are committed to making a meaningful impact in the McKinney community. The Class of 2026 began their journey in August 2025 and spent the past several months building relationships, expanding their understanding of the community, and strengthening their leadership skills.
Throughout the program, participants engaged in in-depth sessions focused on key areas that shape McKinney, including economic development, education, healthcare, local government, public safety, nonprofit services, infrastructure, and community engagement. Graduates experienced behind-the-scenes access to organizations and leaders throughout the city while participating in collaborative discussions and hands-on learning opportunities designed to challenge and inspire them as servant leaders.
These 35 graduates have demonstrated a strong commitment to personal growth, professional development, and community leadership. The Chamber is proud to recognize their accomplishments and looks forward to the continued impact they will make throughout McKinney and beyond.
Please join us in congratulating the Leadership McKinney Class of 2026 graduates:
- Alex Bannister – Lone Star Neurology
- Amy Kinkade – City of McKinney
- Andrea Holmes – A. Holmes Art Studio
- Angela Underwood – Commercial Bank of Texas
- Arrchana “Archie” Lakshmanan – Emerson
- Austin McFarland – Capital One
- Beth Beck – MillHouse Foundation and MillHouse McKinney
- Bridget Gray – Foundations Senior Service
- Deandra Pritchett – McKinney ISD
- Erika McWilliams – The Bingham Estate
- Fred T Mahusay – Fred Shots
- Houda El-Jarrah – Bold IP PLLC
- James Stennett – Christian Brothers Automotive
- Jennifer Potter – Coldwell Banker Apex Realtors
- John Tedesco – Kimley-Horn & Associates, Inc.
- Jose Duarte – JD Realty NTX, LLC
- Jose Malave – First United Bank
- Joshua Keith – The Body Shop Collision Repair
- Kara Shrum – Children’s Advocacy Center of Collin County
- Lori Ousley – The Samaritan Inn
- Markus Lloyd – Threaded
- Melody Krill – McKinney Food Pantry
- Michelle Feldker – City of McKinney
- Miranda Estrada – MEDC
- Natalie Packer – Fastest Labs of McKinney
- Nathan Fiorenza – South State Bank
- Neal Litton – Modern Woodmen Fraternal Financial
- Nicole Hodges – Baylor Scott & White Medical Center McKinney
- Oscar Garza – OG’s Chop Shop Cuts for Success/Mac-Town Christmas
- Pam Stroffolino – Flour Mill
- Parker Beasley – Baylor Scott & White Heart Hospital
- Penni Goodpasture – McKinney Chamber of Commerce
- Steve Wilson – McKinney MUD1
- Sue Wiggins – Encore Wire Corporation
- Tonya Dangerfield – Tonya Dangerfield Home Team
- Unoma Okorafor – Herbal Goodness
Congratulations to the Leadership McKinney Class of 2026!
