
Leadership Orange Mission
To bring together diverse leaders to identify community needs, strengthen leadership skills, and empower them to make a difference in the community.
Leadership Orange, a non-profit organization located in Orange County, New York, is the county’s premier leadership training program. In 1992, local community and business leaders established Leadership Orange to identify and cultivate the next generation of leaders in Orange County.
Since then, this program grew significantly into a multi-dimensional training program for both adults and youths. There are now over a thousand alumni of both the Signature and Junior Leadership Orange Programs. Each year, students attend monthly in-depth, educational sessions taught by local business, community, and government leaders.
Students are educated about various challenges and issues in the region and are challenged by putting their knowledge to work all with the goal of improving the quality of life in Orange County.
About
Creating a safe, inclusive environment where individuals feel accepted, valued, and empowered to be their authentic selves
Belonging
Reflects our commitment to continuous growth by embracing curiosity and diverse perspectives, driving transformative leadership and lifelong development.
Learning
Emphasizes the importance of building meaningful relationships and collaborations through shared experiences and open dialogue, fostering a network of trust and support.
Connecting
Our dedication to making a positive impact by leading with empathy, equity, and purpose, uplifting others, and contributing to the common good.
Service
Core Values
Leadership Orange is guided by four core values that inspire belonging, connection, learning, and service.
Officers

Karolyn Thompson
Executive Director
Leadership Orange

Sharon Williams
President
Ulster County Government

Rose Little
Vice President
Hometown Healthcare of Port Jervis

Alyssa Hurley
Past President
Mediacom Communications

Everett T. Collie Jr
Special Appointment
EC Media Group, LLC

Ryan Arciero
Treasurer
PKF O'Connor Davies

Brittany Johnson
Secretary
SERVPRO of Orange, Sullivan & S. Ulster

Jeanne M. Reese
Assistant Treasurer
Serene Capital Management and Solutions

Leo Soriano
Assistant Secretary
MHV Federal Credit Union
The Leadership Orange Team
Board of Directors

Kendra Addy
Cornerstone Family Healthcare

Tiffany Niles
Orange County Government

Jenna Comizio Guarino
Mediacom Communications Corporation

Todd Hulet
Orange County Arts Council

Kaitlynn Lancellotti
Vision Hudson Valley

Raelynn Bertholf
Middletown Parks and Recreation

Matthew Dorcas
Capacity Marketing Inc.

Dan Fitzpatrick
Orange and Rockland Utilities

Zachary Peterson
Walden Savings Bank
Director Emeritus
