Councilmember Phil Sadd, who represents Post 1, is among the 39 local leaders to graduate from the Leadership Gwinnett Class of 2019.
Sadd was selected last spring for the prestigious nine-month program that
began in August 2018. The class represented diverse industries including
education, law, corporate, nonprofit, technology, health care, politics and
government. All who graduate are more knowledgeable about the issues and
challenges facing Gwinnett County and are more connected to the county’s
decision makers and leaders, according to a 2018 Deloitte alumni impact survey.
“I entered into the leadership Gwinnett program already in a leadership
position and feeling like I was doing the most I could,” said Sadd. “Leadership
Gwinnett was the key to unlocking my additional growth. Because of the connections
I’ve made and things I’ve learned, my potential has expanded.”
The Leadership Gwinnett program is designed to educate, equip and engage
diverse leaders and inspire civic involvement. During the program the class
participated in two major retreats, eight monthly study groups and seven
learning days.The program included presentations from 150 speakers covering
topics such as leadership in a world class community, infrastructure,
economics, education, and health & human services.
“We are proud that Phil was selected to be part of the Leadership Gwinnett Class of 2019,” said Mayor Mike Mason. “I know he benefitted immensely by participating and undoubtedly, the city will benefit as well.”
Leadership Gwinnett’s vision is to develop a thriving community sustained by
an inclusive network of empowered leaders. Participants greatly understand
civic and social issues and leverage their connections for Gwinnett’s greater
good. From its founding in 1985, nearly 1,200 have graduated from the program.
