b'Emerging Leader Program 1st Class ProfilesLeah GreggVice President and Director of Deposit ServicesFirst United Bank and TrustRegion: Western Leah, a resident of Grantsville, studied Finance at Frostburg State University. She is active with the Greater Grantsville Business Association, the Mountain Laurel Medical Center Finance Committee, and the Garrett County Chamber of Commerce. Leah owns an orchard and enjoys golf and pickleball.Jessie Hayes Chief Development OfficerUlman FoundationRegion: CentralJessie, a resident of Columbia, earned a BS in Marketing from the University of Maryland. She has been a coach for Special Olympics Marylands Baltimore City basketball team and on the advisory committee for New Wave Singers of Baltimore. Jessie enjoys reading and spending time at the library with her one-year-old and three-year-old, cooking, and running.Courtney HighsmithDeputy Chief Administrative OfficerMaryland Dept. of Transportation - State Highway AdministrationRegion: Southern Courtney, a resident of Arnold, received an AA from Anne Arundel Community College, a BA in Psychology from Siena College, and a JD from the University of Baltimore School of Law. She is active with the AFSP Maryland Chapter Board and Chesapeake Club Lacrosse. Courtney enjoys spending time with her family, including her two small boys, traveling, and playing or coaching sports.Jenna HuckleSenior HR GeneralistSHRM-CPParker PlasticsRegion: WesternJenna, a resident of Waynesboro, earned a BA in Sociology from the Kutztown University of Pennsylvania and is a SHRM Certified Professional.She is active with the Washington County Chamber of Commerce, Cumberland Valley SHRM, and Phi Sigma Sigma. Jenna enjoys reading to expand her knowledge and personal development, kayaking, exploring new places, and participating in events in her community.Drew JabinLegislative DirectorMaryland Association of Community CollegesRegion: SouthernDrew, a lifelong resident of Annapolis, studied at the University of Maryland, College Park. She is an active board member with the Maryland Government Relations Association. Drew enjoys boating, reading, playing tennis, and cheering on the Ravens!32 Leadership Maryland 2024'