About Leadership Ascension
Each year, Leadership Ascension brings together a remarkable group of individuals who are committed to learning, connecting, and serving our community. The 2025 class was no exception! Their energy, teamwork, and passion are already making a powerful impression. Could this year’s Leadership class own the coveted title of “Greatest Class Ever”?
Leadership Ascension is more than a program; it’s an investment in the future of Ascension Parish. The leaders who emerge from this experience go on to strengthen businesses, inspire others, and make a lasting difference throughout our parish.
Thank you to the Class of 2025’s outstanding program directors: Bridget Hanna and Amy Velez.
Group 1: STEMpact Ascension
Members: Brenton Percell, Michelle Murphy, Randy Crawford, Justin Garner, Torri McClendon, Ashley Tadda, Roshni Jaikishen, Robert Karam
Project Overview:
To learn about STEMPact’s project, please click here.
Group 2: Trailblazer’s
Members: Ebone Anderson, Colleen Arceneaux, Crystal Aikens, Carli Francois, Amanda Decoteau, Ethan Hickey, Dustin Mayard, Jarret Bauer
Project Overview:
To learn more about the Trailblazer’s, please click here.
Group 3: Locked Into LOCC’D
Members: Michael Petty, Lauren Raffray, Makesha Judson, Dannielle Lennix, Aimee Ardonne, Monty Buckles, Lauren Laing, Janae Malone
Project Overview:
To learn about LOCC’D’s project, please explore their PowerPoint here.
Group 4: Donaldsonville Hospitality Alliance
Members: Falcon Mire, Chelsea Patin, Ashtyn Andries, Barbara Robillard, Donovan Jackson, Kaitlin Sevin, Hailey Leindecker, Brittney Nkadi
Project Overview:
To watch a short video about Donaldsonville Hospitality Alliance’s project, please click here.