The Cleveland/Bradley Chamber of Commerce has selected the 2025-26 Class of Youth Leadership Cleveland, a program designed to develop and inspire the leaders of tomorrow.
This year’s class includes 26 outstanding high school juniors, each selected through a competitive application process that focuses on academic achievement, leadership qualities, and passion for community involvement. This class is made up of students from Bradley Central, Cleveland, and Walker Valley high schools, and Tennessee Christian Preparatory School.
Now in its 23rd year, YLC provides students in-depth exposure to local government, business, nonprofit, and community leaders. Through monthly sessions, participants gain real-world insight into how our community works, while building their leadership skills, deepening their civic awareness, and forming meaningful relationships with peers and mentors.
“We are so excited to welcome this exceptional group of students into the program,” said Danielle Seals, director of Workforce Development and YLC lead. “Youth Leadership Cleveland opens doors for students to grow both personally and professionally, while engaging with the community in impactful ways.”
The 2025–26 Youth Leadership Cleveland Class: Annabelle Alcock, Claudia Boyd, Cade Douglas, Sophie Ellis, Millie Freeman, Harper Hicks, Natalie Higgins, Rylan Hysinger, Chloe Lockhart, Judah Machacek, Colt Maughon, Ian Morgain, Het Patel, Dhyani Patel, Vasu Patel, Anna Pritchard, Laura, Ratcliff, Ava Robbins, Lukas Roy, Britain Sapp, Annaston Spraker, Jayce Trantham, Layla Tucker, Colby Ann Turner, Ecem Unsal, and Abby Yeldell.
The Cleveland/Bradley Chamber of Commerce extends its congratulations to this year’s YLC class and looks forward to a great year of learning, growth, and leadership. For more information regarding the Youth Leadership Cleveland program, contact Danielle Seals at DSeals@clevelandchamber.com.