Celebrating Leadership

June 2027 | Ocoee Lakeshore Center

Celebrating Leadership Luncheon

The Celebrating Leadership Luncheon is an inspiring event that brings together community and business leaders for an afternoon of connection, recognition, and professional growth. This special gathering offers a valuable opportunity to expand your network while celebrating the impact of leadership in West Orange.

In June 2026 we were proud to honor and recognize the accomplishments of 33 business and community leaders from the 2025–2026 Leadership West Orange class and 15 business and community leaders from our inaugural Emerging Leaders Institute, both representing a diverse range of industries and organizations across our community.

“A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way and shows the way.” —John C. Maxwell    

Thank you to our 2026 Celebrating Leadership Luncheon Keynote Speaker:

Damu Cherry-Mitchell is a former elite track and field athlete and Olympian who rose to national prominence as a 100-meter hurdler. A graduate of the University of South Florida, she earned All-American honors, set a school record in the 100-meter hurdles, and graduated Cum Laude with a degree in Exercise Science. Damu trained professionally for over a decade, competing globally, making three World Championship teams, and achieving a world ranking as high as third.

Today, she co-leads Star Athletics alongside her husband, fellow Olympian Dennis Mitchell, coaching world-class athletes while continuing her passion for mentorship, family, and global travel.

Celebrating Leadership Luncheon

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