Celebrating Community Impact: The Maryville Lions Look of the Leader Award Recipients
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Community service often goes unnoticed, yet it forms the backbone of strong, thriving neighborhoods. The Maryville Lions Club recently honored two outstanding individuals who have made significant contributions to their community. These recipients of the "Look of the Leader" Awards exemplify dedication, service, and leadership through their work with the Lions and beyond. Their stories highlight how individual efforts can create meaningful change.
Recognizing Dr. Heather Ledbetter’s Commitment to Student Health
Dr. Heather Ledbetter serves as the Health Coordinator for Maryville City Schools. One of her roles involves overseeing the annual school health screenings, a critical program that ensures students receive timely vision and health checks. The Maryville Lions Club partners with the school district to conduct vision screenings during these events, making Dr. Ledbetter’s coordination essential.
This collaboration between the school and the Lions Club has helped identify vision problems early, allowing children to get the support they need to succeed academically and socially.
Joshua Oliver, Dr. Ledbetter’s supervisor, attended the award ceremony, underscoring the school district’s support for her work. The recognition from the Lions Club highlights the importance of community partnerships in promoting student health.
Lana Pettis’s Fundraising Efforts in Memory of a Leader
Lana Pettis, is a Banking Officer and Executive Assistant at CBBC Bank. Lana’s connection to the Maryville Lions Club runs deep, inspired by her late boss, Vice President Bob Carroll, who was a former Maryville Lions member. To honor his memory, Lana took an active role in the Lions’ recent fundraising campaign by selling over three cases of pecans.
This impressive effort not only raised funds for the club’s community projects but also strengthened ties between the bank and the Lions. Lana’s colleagues, Lana Lenear and President and CEO Mike Heron, also attended the event, showing the bank’s support for her commitment.
Lana’s work demonstrates how personal motivation and community spirit can combine to create lasting impact.
Honoring Service and Inspiring Action
The Maryville Lions Club’s recent awards ceremony shines a light on two individuals whose efforts have strengthened their community. Dr. Heather Ledbetter’s work with school health screenings and Lana Pettis’s fundraising dedication show how leadership and service can improve lives.
The Future of the Look of the Leader Awards
The Maryville Lions Club plans to continue recognizing individuals who serve their communities with passion and dedication. The "Look of the Leader" Awards will spotlight those who make a difference through volunteer work, leadership, and support of Lions initiatives.
This ongoing effort encourages others to get involved and highlights the power of community collaboration. By celebrating these leaders, the Lions inspire a culture of service and connection in Maryville.
What to Expect Next
Regular nominations for community leaders.
Expanded partnerships with local organizations.
Increased awareness of Lions Club projects and impact.
The awards serve as a reminder that leadership comes in many forms and that every contribution counts.