2nd Quarter 2025 News & Updates

You know what Vision can do. You’ve experienced the connections, the insight, the growth. Now’s the time to help someone else take that same journey.

Applications for the Class of 2026 close June 15.

Nominate a colleague. Encourage a rising leader. Make the introduction today – before time runs out. Here is the application link.

This quarter marks an exciting transition in leadership, with six new board members joining our organization and a new Executive Committee beginning their service.

New Executive Committee:

• Molly Dempsey, Chair
• Ally Garrison, Vice Chair
• Steve Koskela, Secretary
• Molly Maher, Treasurer
• Greg Neunuebel, Past Chair

We look forward to the vision and momentum this leadership team will bring to the year ahead.

New Members-at-Large

• Doug Raines, RHA Insurance Brokerage (Class of 2019)
• Don Rothermich, Lindenwood University (Class of 2022)
• Clinton Schulte, BJC Healthcare (Class of 2022)
• Luke D. Giesmann, US Bank (Class of 2020)

New Class Representative

• Jasmin Singh, United Services for Children (Class of 2025)

New Chamber Representative

• Daphne Madras, Cottleville Weldon Spring Chamber (Class of 2025)

Our full board met on May 29th to begin shaping the Class of 2026 experience.

We extend our sincere thanks to the retiring board members, Lisa Zweifel, Dan Tripp, Jeanie Smith, Jason Meinershagen, and Lori Myers, for their years of service and dedication to Vision’s mission.

The May 8 graduation ceremony brought together alumni, mentors, partners, and supporters for a powerful evening of celebration.

Visionary of the Year

Carissa Figgins (Class of 2017), founder of The Sparrow’s Nest and Local Outreach Pastor at Harvester Christian Church, was honored for her enduring commitment to service and her impact throughout the community.

Thank you to our sponsors, especially Leonardo DRS, our Graduation Presenting Sponsor, for helping make the event a success.

Congratulations to the Vision Class of 2025

• Andy Fleck, St. Charles County Government / Parks
• Angie Hittson, St. Luke's Hospital
• Austin Malley, Carrollton Bank
• Beth Norviel, City of Saint Charles
• Bobby Christopher, Wright Construction
• Breanna Kersting, St. Charles City-County Library
• Brittany Neunuebel, Baue Funeral Homes
• Brooke Theodorakos, St. Charles County CAPS
• Chris Walker, Kaliber
• Craig Postol, Treat Box Guy
• Daphne Madras, Cottleville-Weldon Spring Chamber
• David German, Romans 1210
• Denise Cross, Developmental Disabilities Resource Board
• Emily Riccio, Barnes St. Peters/Progress West Hospital Foundation
• Jasmin Singh, United Services for Children
• Jenni Koskela, Butterfly Kisses Alliance
• Jill Scott, First State Bank of St. Charles
• Jonathan Harrah, Living with Purpose of MO
• JP Koziatek, St. Charles County Government
• Julie Durham, Wentzville School District
• Katie Jones, Boone Center Inc.
• Katie Vargas, Francis Howell School District
• Kyle Lang, CBennett
• Lauren Bruce, Compass Health Network
• Lisa Meadows, Barnes St. Peters/Progress West Family Health Resource Center
• Marc Doll, St. Charles City Government / Fire Department
• Mark Baden, CNB St. Louis Bank
• Melinda McAliney, Community & Children's Resource Board
• Molly Renken, Community Living
• Nancy Zoellner, Community Participant
• Rachel Page, O'Fallon Chamber of Commerce
• Wende Ochoa, Turning Point Advocacy Services

Congratulations to the seven protégés and mentors who completed this spring’s Protégé Program. The closing celebration highlighted the connections formed, the leadership lessons learned, and the spirit of community that drives this growing initiative.

Deep thanks to the committee, chamber partners, and community organizations whose support helped make this experience possible. 

Our 2025 - 2026 Protégé Class:



• Abbigail Harper, Community Living Inc.
• Henrique Friosi, Bayer
• Jacob Johnson, Community Living Inc.
• Keaton Houck, Wright Construction
• Laura Paskoff, Wright Construction
• Roni Jackson, F.A.C.T. of Missouri
• Taylor Bumpus, Community Living Inc.

Our 2025 - 2026 Mentors:



• Bre Kleeschulte, Bre K Network
• Brryan Jackson, Hope is Vital
• Gary Bufalo, Princeton MedSpa Partners
• Jim Mosquera, Community Value Alliance
• Joe Armour, 1st Advantage Bank
• Kallie Fischer, Rise Family Chiropractic
• Kelli Risse, Rise Up and Live Wellness

We’re excited to build on this momentum – details about the Fall 2025 Protégé cycle and how to get involved will be announced soon.

Vision thrives because of sponsors who believe in building strong communities and investing in future leaders. Your support helps us deliver a high-quality program while keeping tuition accessible, opening the door for more participants to grow and lead.

Whether you're looking to boost your brand, support your team’s development, or give back to a program that’s shaped leaders for over two decades, now is the time to get involved.

Sponsorship opportunities for the upcoming program year are now open. Let’s lock in your support and make it our most impactful yet.

Contact our Executive Director, Mark Hollander, for more information at 314-560-7171 or Mark@visionleadership.org.

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