Leadership Southwest

08/20/2026

Class 7 Recap | Glenn Heights Day

Another great day of learning, leadership and connection for the Leadership Southwest Class of 2026!

Thank you to the City of Glenn Heights for welcoming our class and giving us an inside look at local leadership, public service, boards and commissions, education, and the many ways leaders can make an impact in their communities. Our class also continued its leadership development and work on this year’s class project.

A special thank you to our partners who helped make the day possible:

⭐️Atmos Energy- 2026 Leadership Series Sponsor
⭐️Glenn Heights- Breakfast & Snack Sponsor
⭐️A.D Franks Holy Smoke Bbq- Lunch Sponsor

We appreciate your continued investment in Leadership Southwest and the leaders we serve.

Develop. Connect. Lead. Make an impact.

08/14/2026

😂 Comedy Night is coming September 24. Enjoy an evening of laughter while supporting Leadership Southwest scholarships.
🎤Sponsorships and Tickets are available now.
🎟Scan the QR code and Reserve Your Seat!

08/11/2026

Do you know an LSW alum who leads with integrity, service, and impact? Help us celebrate outstanding leadership by submitting a Distinguished Leadership Nomination.
>Deadline: August 21.
>Scan the QR code and nominate today!

07/13/2026

Leadership is measured by the impact we leave on others.

Do you know a Leadership Southwest alumnus or alumna whose service, integrity, and commitment have made a lasting difference in Southwest Dallas County? Now is the time to recognize them!

🏆 Nominations are now open for the 2026 Curtistene S. McCowan Distinguished Leadership Award.

📅 Nomination Deadline: August 21, 2026

Submit your nomination today by scanning the QR code or visiting the link in our bio.

Together, let's celebrate the leaders who continue to inspire, serve, and strengthen our communities.

05/28/2026

📣 SAVE THE DATE! 📣

Leadership Southwest Class of 2026 proudly presents The Human Connection: Strengthening Community Impact Through Authentic Engagement — our 2026 Collective Growth Conference!

🗓 October 8, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Join leaders, change makers, and community advocates for a powerful day of connection, collaboration, and growth as we explore how authentic engagement drives lasting impact.

More details coming soon — trust us, you won’t want to miss this experience! 💙💛

05/20/2026

Have some old docs that need to go? Check out this event sponsored by one of LSW's great supporters.

05/11/2026

LSW's May Newsletter -

We want to celebrate our alumni accomplishments. If you or an alumni you know has started up a business, won an award or has done something in the community, please let us know!

04/17/2026

LSW Family! Take a look at this opportunity led by our chair, Councilman Andre Byrd.

Big things are happening in DeSoto

Join us for our Economic Development Symposium Day, hosted by Councilmember Andre Byrd, for an engaging conversation on strategies, challenges, and opportunities shaping our city’s future. This event will feature an expert panel discussion and interactive audience Q&A you won’t want to miss.

April 30, 2026
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
ARC at McCowan Park (Multi-Purpose Room)

We’ve got an incredible lineup of panelists. More details coming soon—stay tuned!

Registration Link: https://share-na2.hsforms.com/1cD7D2ZL7ThigxWICtt2c8gdbruz

04/14/2026

LSW's April Newsletter -

We want to celebrate our alumni accomplishments. If you or an alumni you know has started up a business, won an award or has done something in the community, please let us know!