Leadership Legends

The recipients of the prestigious Leadership Legends Award are chosen for their extraordinary, visionary leadership and their positive impact on Seminole County. In order to be chosen, an individual must be able to demonstrate solid character traits, leadership and vision in making Seminole County a better place to live, work and raise a family.

A Leadership Legend is someone whose proven and envied list of accomplishments would inspire future and current leaders.

Recipients:

2009


The Honorable Carlton Henley
Seminole County Commissioner and longtime community servant

2008


Sheriff Donald F. Eslinger
Seminole County Sheriff

2007


Mr. Bill Poe
Executive Director, Seminole Work Opportunity Program (SWOP)

2006


The Honorable Dede Schaffner
Seminole County School Board Member

2005


Art Grindle
Tireless community philanthropist involved in countless non-profit organizations

2004


Sally A. Sherman
Former Deputy County Manager, Seminole County

2003


Dr. Paul J. Hagerty
Former Superintendent, Seminole County Public Schools

2002


Ms. Helen L. Stairs
Premier leader in Sanford's historic Ritz Theater Restoration

2001


Mr. E. Everette Huskey
"Mr. Real Estate," Seminole Pioneer Developer


Dr. Earl S. Weldon
Seminole Community College founding President

2000


Mr. Jeno Paulucci
CEO, Luigino's, Inc.

If you feel you know someone who is a "legend" in Seminole County, please Contact Us to nominate them for a future Leadership Legends award