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Leadership Akron to Recognize The Gorant Family, Robert DeJournett, and Kemp Boyd as the 2025 Recipients of the Life Trustee Awards Trinity

Leadership Akron is pleased to announce the 2025 recipients of its Life Trustee Awards Trinity – a unified recognition that honors individuals whose leadership is shaping Greater Akron through service, vision, and lasting impact. First introduced in 2024, the Life Trustee Awards Trinity brings together three of Leadership Akron’s highest honors: the Read Family Difference Maker Award, the Lieberth Community Vision Award, and the Maynard Distinguished Leader Award. This year’s recipients embody the spirit of connection and purpose that continues to move our community forward.

This year’s recipients are:

“Each of these leaders reflects the kind of community-rooted leadership Greater Akron needs – courageous, collaborative, and committed to lifting others,” said Justin Hilton, President & CEO of Leadership Akron. “Their work deepens relationships, sparks progress, and embodies the values that keep our region moving forward.”

Annie McFadden, Interm President & CEO, United Way Summit & Medina
Signature Class 37

Leadership on Main is a monthly conversation with Akron's prominent change-makers. This unique platform lets today's leaders share their successes and lessons, inspiring tomorrow's community leaders.

Join us each month, as our guest speakers reveal their leadership journeys, sharing the strategies and experiences that have shaped them. Discover what's worked, what hasn't, and how they achieved success.

Wednesday, June 18, 4:00-5:30 pm
at The Duck Club at Canal Park
300 S. Main Street, Akron, OH 44308

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A truly inspiring group of leaders committed to strengthening nonprofit leadership across our region. Their courage to challenge themselves, grow alongside one another, and step boldly into board service leaves us hopeful and energized for the future.

Congratulations Diversity on Board Class 9!

This group has spent the last 10 months growing, connecting, and leading with heart. We’re proud to welcome them into the alumni network and can’t wait to see the impact they’ll continue to make across our community.

Congratulations Signature Class 41!

These experienced leaders brought curiosity, wisdom, and heart to every conversation as they explored what’s NEXT in their leadership journey. With a passion for community impact and a desire to stay deeply engaged, NEXT 13 leaves us inspired and grateful—and excited to see how they’ll continue to shape Greater Akron in this new chapter.

Congratulations NEXT Class 13!

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