Leadership Tri-County Unveils 2026-2028 Strategic Plan to Strengthen Regional Connection and Civic Impact
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
KNOX, LAUREL, AND WHITLEY COUNTIES, KY – Leadership Tri-County (LTC), southeastern Kentucky’s premier community leadership development organization, is proud to announce the launch of its 2026-2028 Strategic Plan. As the organization nears its 40th anniversary, this three-year roadmap focuses on activating its nearly 600-member alumni network and deepening the visible impact of its service initiatives across the region.
Established in 1987, LTC has long served as a bridge between Knox, Laurel, and Whitley counties. The new strategic plan addresses the modern challenges of rural leadership by moving beyond "siloed" county efforts toward a more unified, collaborative Southeastern Kentucky.
The 2026-2028 plan is anchored by three primary pillars:
Alumni Engagement & Network Activation: Launching a formal strategy to connect graduates and hosting a landmark 40th Anniversary Leadership Summit in 2027.
Program Impact Through Civic Learning: Redesigning the signature community service project model to ensure LTC participants are solving real-world regional challenges.
Sustainability & Capacity: Strengthening fiscal stewardship through a sustainable scholarship funding plan and building operating reserves to ensure LTC’s mission continues for decades to come.
"Our highest impact is in the relationships we’ve built aacross counties, sectors, and perspectives," said Jordyne Carmack, PhD, Executive Director of Leadership Tri-County. "This plan isn't just about internal growth; it’s about equipping our leaders to work together more effectively to meet the evolving needs of our communities".
About Leadership Tri-County
Leadership Tri-County is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization designed to identify and nurture emerging and current leaders in Knox, Laurel, and Whitley counties. Through a nine-month program of site visits and skill-building, LTC fosters a regional network grounded in trust, respect, commitment, and service.
Contact: Jordyne Carmack, PhD, Executive Director 606.224.5949 | director@leadershiptrico.org
