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What do robotics, alcohol & dairy pr...

Yesterday marked our 8th and final week of the Summer Leadership Program.  Our group experienced the under workings of Lakeland’s industries as we toured Lakeland Regional Medical Center, Southern Wine & Spirits, and the Publix Dairy Plant. We started off our day at Florida’s 4th largest hospital (LRMC) where we learned about surgery robotics and [...]

The Equestrian Expert

Rebecca St. Romain Rebecca is a participant in our 2011 Summer Leadership Program.  Rebecca is from Wauchula, Florida but is currently interning with WellDyne here in town.  She recently graduated from the University of South Florida with a degree in Marketing.  She enjoys anything outdoors and of course SLP!  We have appreciated Rebecca’s eagerness to [...]

Fun lovin’ family girl…

Lyndsey Ladewig Lyndsey is a part of the 2011 Summer Leadership Program.  She recently began working with JSK Consulting as their project coordinator.  She enjoys spending time with her family and having fun with her children.  She also loves reading, decorating and traveling the world. We have loved Lyndsey’s fun energy and zest for life! [...]

Killa Cam…the Gator Hater

Cameron Snipes Cam is a 2011 SLP participant and recently started working as an analyst for Kimley-Horn & Associates.  He recieved his degree in Civil Engineering from University of Florida and Florida State University (no need for confusion though – he LOVES those Noles.)  We are grateful to have Cam in our program this summer! [...]

“You Know It’s Thriller, Thriller Night”...

Krista Henderson Krista is a participant in the Summer Leadership Program IV.  She recently started working for WellDyne as a Pharmacy Supervisor.  She grew up in Fort Myers, but we’re glad she made her way to Lakeland! Krista is a hard worker and very determined to reach her goals.  We have enjoyed her eagerness to [...]

Miller the Thriller – Under Armour’s own...

Mac Miller Mac is a 2011 SLP IV participant and is actually our very own “Under Armour” model (hence his picture in the camo).  Mac attends school at Clemson University (& LOVES the Tigers!) and is studying Finance.  He is currently an intern for the Land South Group.  Mac enjoys hunting and fishing and anything [...]

Friendly, familiar face of USF Poly

Zach Crum Zach is involved in our Summer Leadership Program IV.  He recently graduated from the University of South Florida & currently works in admissions for USF Poly (he just loves those bulls!).  Zach always has a smile and a positive attitude.  He brings his fun energy and spirit to our group each week. He [...]

Tess…culinary & creative specialist...

Tessa Anzalone Tessa is a 2011 Summer Leadership Program participant and known for her bravery (she  received stitches after an accident during Leadership Training.) Tessa joins us from Publix Creative and  she LOVES her job!  She enjoys cooking and traveling and of course, SLP! Tessa is always willing to lend a helping hand and get [...]

Carnivals & Community Service!

Today marks our sixth week of the Summer Leadership Program IV. Our group spent the day serving at Parker Street Ministries near downtown Lakeland. To start the morning, we were able to hear from the executive director and founder, Tim Mitchell, who shared his experience with us. He has served the neighborhood for 14 years [...]

Race car driving & mind reading…

Megan Brown Megan is a 2011 SLP IV participant.  She received her AS degree from Keiser University here in town.  She is currently working for Well-Dyne as a Member Services Leader.  She was born and raised in Lakeland and enjoys anything outdoors.  She has a love for “drag racing” – which is probably why she [...]

Lottery winner invests in pop rocks &...

Justin James Justin is a participant in the 2011 SLP IV program.  He joins us from Boring Business Systems where he works as an operations specialist or “MPS-OSS”.  He graduated from the University of Central Florida with a degree in Business and Marketing.  Justin also owns his own t-shirt apparel printing business known as INK [...]

Justin Bieber sighting in Lakeland, Flor...

Sean Soto Sean is an SLP participant in this summer’s program.  He recently graduated from the University of South Florida and is currently working as an associate manager for MidFlorida.  Sean joins us each with with his comical and amusing attitude.  He is also known for his good looks (check out his celeb look alikes!) [...]

Lana Lang “Seizes the Day!”

Sabrina Schacht Sabrina is a participant in the 2011 Summer Leadership Program.  She’s from Orlando, FL but chose Lakeland to attend college at Florida Southern.  She graduated this past December and is currently an intern for Well-Dyne. She joins us each week with her fun energy and could easily be SLP’s “cheerleader.” We love her [...]

E-money? Egglands best? Ellington Jones…...

Ellington Jones Ellington Jones is a 2011 SLP participant.  He was born in Alabama, but we’re glad he made it to Tallahassee, Florida where he was raised (and surprisingly a die hard Florida fan!)  He is currently working at Lakeland Regional Medical Center as an administrative intern.  Ellington is full of life and zest and [...]

The Lifelong Lakelander…

Troy Garcia Troy is a participant in our 2011 Summer Leadership Program.  Troy was born and raised in Lakeland, attended Florida Southern College, works for Allen & Company and plans on staying here.  Lakeland has won over his heart!  Troy is a natural leader and has been a wonderful asset to this program.  It is [...]

Rock me mama like a wagon wheel…

Eric Eddy Eric Eddy is a 2011 SLP participant.  He recently graduated from Florida State University with an MPA degree.  He is currently interning with the City of Lakeland and joins us each week as we venture around town.  Eric is eager to get involved and we are delighted to have him as an asset [...]

Best salesman Apple could find…

Julian Blunt Julian is actively involved with the Summer Leadership Program IV.  He was born and raised in Pennsylvania but came to Florida to attend school at Florida Southern College.   With only a year left of school he is spending his summer in Lakeland interning for DSM.net.  Julian has been a great asset to our [...]

“TE”….Lakeland’s Local Sports Guru...

Terrell Elliston Terrell Elliston is a participant in the Summer Leadership Program IV.  Terrell currently works for Polk State College as the Sports Information Coordinator.  He dreams of one day directing his own successful TV show.  He believes that SLP is the best leadership program this country has to offer (I think he’s right).   We [...]

Vera Bradley visits Stonehenge

Nicholle Davidson Nicholle at Stonehenge! Nicholle is one of the Summer Leadership Program’s 2011 participants. She recently began working for WellDyne in their Client Services department. With interests such as travel and photography, we are excited to see what she will contribute to this year’s program! Name, nickname: Nicholle /Nikki Birthplace: Lakeland, FL Favorite...

Reunited & ready for SLP IV!

Hey guys! It’s Ashley here. Savannah Eaves and I are pumped about leading the Summer Leadership Program for summer 2011. This is Savannah’s third summer working with the SLP and my first summer. We are currently preparing for SLP orientation next week and excited to get to know everyone in our program. Savannah and I [...]