Our Honorees

The Leadership Memphis Leadership Awards celebrate outstanding individuals and organizations whose vision, service, and leadership have strengthened the Memphis community. Each year, six prestigious honors are presented to recognize excellence across all areas of civic and community leadership:

• Kate Gooch Leader of the Year Award
  Honors transformative leaders whose impact extends across the city.

• Distinguished Alumnus of the Year Award
  Recognizes Leadership Memphis graduates who continue to exemplify leadership and service beyond the program.

• Community Champion Award
  Highlights organizations that drive meaningful change and improve quality of life for Memphians.

• Service to the Alumni Association Award
  Honors graduates who have shown exceptional dedication to supporting and advancing the Leadership Memphis Alumni Network.

• Citizens at Large Service to the Community Award
  Acknowledges individuals whose lifelong commitment to Memphis has shaped the city’s progress and inspired others to serve.

• Alumni Service to the Community Award
  Celebrates alumni who actively engage in community leadership, modeling the values of service, collaboration, and civic responsibility that define Leadership Memphis.