The Next Generation of Changemakers
Emerging Leaders United
Join a network of young professionals who give back locally, grow as leaders, and enjoy a vibrant social community.
Step in. Stand out. Lead locally.
Emerging Leaders United is a community of young professionals under 40 who are passionate about making the Chattahoochee Valley a better place. We bring people together who want to give back, grow as leaders, and build meaningful connections along the way.
Members contribute $365 or more annually to United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley, supporting local initiatives while gaining access to volunteer opportunities, leadership experiences, and events.
Emerging Leaders United provides a space to make an impact, learn new skills, and have fun with other young professionals. It’s about growing together, serving together, and celebrating the difference we can make in our community.
If you share our passion, this may be the community you’ve been looking for. Contact us to learn more.
“My mom instilled in me from childhood that you always give back and help others. One of my favorite things of being in ELU has been working alongside like-minded, quality people who also want the best for the community and have a heart for service.”
– Alex Harrison
Steering Committee
The Emerging Leaders United Steering Committee is composed of dedicated young professionals committed to cultivating the next generation of leaders in the Chattahoochee Valley.
Dr. Lakeita Arrington-Judkins
Premier Associates, LLC
Ben Bryan
Marsh & McLennan Agency
Patrick Dietz
TSYS / Global Payments
J.T. Fellows
Piedmont Healthcare
Alex Harrison
Global Payments
Rubria Hintz
Fifth 3rd Bank
Alex Lilley
Columbus Clingstones
Payton Linder
Chattahoochee Valley Community College
Abigail Littleton
The Leadership Institute at Columbus State University
Madison Montgomery
Aflac
Brantley Pittman
TSYS / Global Payments
Angel Taylor
Columbus Water Works
Steve White
W.C. Bradley Co. Real Estate
Join Emerging Leaders United
Fill out the form below, and a member of our team will contact you with next steps to get involved.
Emerging Leaders United Scholarship
Emerging Leaders United awards an annual scholarship of up to $2,500 to eligible graduating high school seniors within United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley’s ten-county service area: Chattahoochee, Clay, Harris, Marion, Muscogee, Quitman, Stewart, Taylor, and Talbot Counties in Georgia, and Russell County, Alabama. The scholarship can be used for college, trade school, or certification programs, with funds applied directly to tuition and fees and to be used within six months of the award. Scholarship amounts will not exceed the cost of the program and are subject to available funding.
We are not currently accepting applications. Please check back in Spring 2026 for the next application cycle.
Connect with Us
1005 Front Avenue Columbus, GA 31901
PO Box 1157 Columbus, GA 31902
706-327-3255 (Phone) 678-619-0387 (Fax)
Ewells@unitedcv.org(Email)
PO Box 1157 Columbus, GA 31902
706-327-3255 (Phone) 678-619-0387 (Fax)
Ewells@unitedcv.org(Email)
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