Leadership Cape Cod Announces Community Leadership Institute Class of 2026

Cape Cod, MA – Leadership Cape Cod is proud to announce the launch of the 34th annual Community Leadership Institute (CLI) and the Class of 2026. From January through June, 25 professionals and emerging leaders from across Cape Cod will participate in 11 immersive sessions, engaging with prominent leaders in business, healthcare, education, government, social services, the arts, and more.

In addition to in-depth session learning, participants will collaborate on community service projects designed to benefit local nonprofit organizations and strengthen the Cape Cod community.

“The energy and enthusiasm from this year’s class has been incredible right from the start,” said Jacob Stapledon, Chair of Leadership Cape Cod. “We have an outstanding lineup of speakers and sessions planned for 2026, and the excitement in the room at our recent orientation at Alberto’s Restaurant really set the tone. It was a great evening of connection and conversation, and we’re thrilled about what this group will accomplish together.”

The Community Leadership Institute (CLI) is Leadership Cape Cod’s flagship program and has been offered annually since 1992. Over more than three decades, CLI has graduated more than 800 leaders who have gone on to serve the region as elected officials, nonprofit and business executives, entrepreneurs, educators, healthcare professionals, and members of the media. The program provides a comprehensive look at the issues shaping Cape Cod and the Islands, while encouraging participants to identify their role in creating meaningful, community-driven solutions.

Participants will also complete a community service project benefiting a local nonprofit organization. A commencement ceremony celebrating the Class of 2026 will be held in June.

Leadership Cape Cod is currently seeking community partners and sponsors for the 2026 Community Leadership Institute. Session sponsorships are available for $500 and provide meaningful visibility with a highly engaged audience of emerging and established Cape Cod leaders, along with recognition across program materials, events, and communications throughout the CLI season.

Community Leadership Institute Class of 2026
(Listed alphabetically by last name)

Michael Archambeault
Cape Cod Five
Residence: West Wareham

John Bouthillette
WellStrong, Peer Mentor
Residence: Falmouth

Lauren Clough
For the Love of Cape Cod, LLC, Owner / Principal
Residence: Osterville

Christina Damery
Cape & Coast Bank, Senior Marketing Coordinator & Officer
Residence: West Yarmouth

Maeghan DeLellis
Cape & Coast Bank, Retail Sales & Service Delivery Manager
Residence: East Sandwich

Victoria Fermino
Cape Cod Five, Banking Center Manager
Residence: Mashpee

Ann Frechette
Harwich Ponds Coalition, Board Member / Volunteer
Residence: Harwich

Heidi Friedel
Children’s Cove, Community Programs Coordinator
Residence: Mashpee

John Gilligan
Cape & Coast Bank, Commercial Relationship Specialist
Residence: Yarmouth Port

Stephanie Greaves
Crawford Land Management, Account Manager
Residence: Plymouth

James Hill
Keller Williams, Real Estate Agent
Residence: Centerville

Meg Keegan
Mobile Mac Doctors, Owner / Principal
Residence: Forestdale

Katharine Linehan
Cape & Coast Bank, Assistant Vice President & Community Relations Officer
Residence: Cotuit

Anna Milan
Town of Chatham – Center for Active Living, Programs & Communications Coordinator
Residence: Chatham

Rebecca Mitchell
Cape Symphony, Development Associate
Residence: West Yarmouth

Kara Mewhinney
Town of Harwich, Director of Cultural Affairs
Residence: Bourne

Michael McGee
Cape & Islands Veterans Outreach Center, Program Manager
Residence: South Dennis

Angelique McGibbon
Town of Harwich, Human Resources
Residence: Marston Mills

Erin Nelligan
Thirwood Place, Marketing Coordinator
Residence: Yarmouth

Jodi Quinn
On Time Cleaning Service, Operations Manager
Residence: South Yarmouth

Maria Simone
Town of Bourne, Administrative Assistant
Residence: Buzzards Bay

Patrick Smith
Cape Cod Five, Banking Center Manager
Residence: South Yarmouth

Olivia Tsoukalas
Puritan Cape Cod, Assistant Store Manager
Residence: Harwich

Debra Troyanos
Community Volunteer
Residence: Forestdale