Leadership Vicksburg announces new class

VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Leadership Vicksburg has announced its newest class of community leaders, bringing together professionals from a wide range of industries who are committed to growth, connection and service.

Leadership Vicksburg is a program of the Vicksburg-Warren Chamber of Commerce that develops and equips emerging and established leaders with the knowledge, skills and networks needed to strengthen the community. Participants take part in sessions focused on local government, education, healthcare, economic development and quality of life, with the goal of preparing them to make a lasting impact.

The 2025 class includes:

Skylar Adams, May & Company

Dion Adkins Sr., Grace Christian Counseling Center

Richard Anderson, Chick-fil-A Vicksburg

Steven Bailey, USACE-ERDC-CHL

Raymond Banks, Ameristar Casino

Tasha Bibb, Mississippi State University

Blaine Butler, Waring Oil Company, LLC

Justin Clarkston, The Vicksburg Post

Tonya Drake, Career and Technical Education Center (VWSD)

Nicole Knight, Mutual Federal Credit Union

Nkemdili Lewis, Warren County

Shamar Lott, International Paper

Jace McMullin, Vicksburg Junior High School

Baylee Newell, Trustmark

Patrick O’Quinn, Waterview Casino & Hotel

John Parson, Electrolux Professional Group

Sean Simpson, Friends of Vicksburg National Military Park

Kimberly Taylor, Vicksburg Warren School District

Oneka Washington, Warren County Youth Court

Brittany Wilson, Riverwalk Casino Hotel

Chris Rials, Chamber and Corporate Programs Director, encouraged the community to congratulate the participants as they begin their leadership journey.