Class of 2023-2024 Graduation Ceremony and Retirement Party for Mary Alvord and Sue Georgino
2024-05-15 17:30 - 21:00 UTC | Woodbury University, 7500 N Glenoaks Blvd., Burbank, 91504, United States
On Wednesday, May 15th, you and your guests are invited to the Class of 2024 Graduation Ceremony and Retirement Party honoring Mary Alvord and Sue Georgino!
LB24 class members will culminate their LB journey, share the success of their “A Cause for Paws” class project, and become the newest members of our esteemed alumni network. Mary and Sue have facilitated our nine month leadership program for 14 years, impacting the lives of over 300 of our alumni.
We encourage all of our alumni, partners, donors, Legacy Members, and former Board members to join us to celebrate their legacy and thank them for all of the guidance and support that they have provided over the years.
The Ceremony will be hosted at Woodbury University on Wednesday, May 15th, beginning at 5:30pm with a reception, followed by the class graduation at 6pm, and retirement party immediately following in the atrium.
You do not want to miss this celebration! RSVP Today

Recruitment Reception for Leadership Burbank Class of 2024-2025
2024-06-13 17:30 - 19:00 | Veterans of Foreign Wars Hall, 1006 W Magnolia Blvd., Burbank, 91506, United States
You are invited to join Leadership Burbank’s Board of Directors for our next recruitment reception this Thursday, June 13th for the class of 2024-2025 beginning in August 2024. All of our alumni and prospective class members are invited to attend. There is no cost to join us, however you can make a donation to Leadership Burbank.
Enjoy hosted food and a beverage on us! Come learn about Burbank’s premiere leadership program and mix and mingle with our Alumni from 5:30 pm to 7pm. We are proud to return to the Burbank VFW, home of the class project of Leadership Burbank Class of 2021-2022: Mess Kitchen Project.
RSVP TODAY!
Once you RSVP, any additional information and a location address will be sent to you.
With questions, contact us at chair@leadershipbubank.org or explore our programs and impact at www.LeadershipBurbank.org
Watch the coverage of the class project from 2021-2022:

July Mixer: Will You Be the Next Leader in Burbank?
2024-07-18 17:30 - 19:30 | Burbank Chamber of Commerce, 200 W Magnolia Blvd,, Burbank, CA, 91502, United States
You are invited to join Leadership Burbank’s Board of Directors for our next recruitment mixer on Thursday, July 18th for the class of 2024-2025 beginning in August 2024. All of our alumni and prospective class members are invited to attend. There is no cost to join us, however you can make a donation to Leadership Burbank.
Enjoy hosted food, wine and beverages! Come learn about Burbank’s premiere leadership program and mix and mingle with our Alumni from 5:30pm to 7:30pm.
We are grateful to our founding partner, the Burbank Chamber of Commerce, for hosting us!
RSVP TODAY!
Once you RSVP, any additional information and a location address will be sent to you.
With questions, contact us at chair@leadershipbubank.org or explore our programs and impact at www.LeadershipBurbank.org

City Council Candidate Forum September 26, 2024
2024-09-26 17:30 - 19:00 | Woodbury University, 7500 N Glenoaks Blvd., Burbank, 91504, United States

BUSD Candidate Forum October 9 2024
2024-10-09 17:30 - 19:30 | Luther Burbank Middle School, 3700 Jeffries Ave, Burbank, CA, 91505, United States

LB Celebrates the 90s
2024-12-07 | Nickelodeon Studios, 231 W Olive Ave, Burbank, 91502, United States
What’s the Haps?
Leadership Burbank threw it way back to the 90s, and we are so grateful for all of our guests and sponsors. Ya’ll are da bomb dot com! Thank you for partying like it’s 1995 and helping LB to kick off our 30th Anniversary year, beginning in 2025!
Big props to Nickelodeon Animation Studios West for hosting our party and donating all of the décor and furniture for our homies to lounge on! Thank you to our MC, Lisa Donahey, for keepin’ us real all night long and leading all of our fundraising activities! Thank you Disney VoluntEARS for always volunteering and always serving our community!
Thank you to Love Catering, for their delicious cuisine that threw it way back to the 90s and elevated everyone’s taste buds. Didn’t you think the Diamante Tequila tasting was so fresh? How totally rad was our DJ Wickety Wilke, who played some totally tubular throwback jams that had us dancing the night away? Give a shout out to Jennie Ford and her dancers for showin’ us how it’s done on the dance floor and engaging guests in some fly dance moves! Booyah!
This party was all that and and a bag of chips!
Thank you to our Totally Rad Sponsors:

There is still time to donate to support LB. Whether you donate $30,000, $3,000, $300, or $30 for our 30th anniversary, ALL donations are appreciated!!
Donate online today by clicking this link:

Why did we call on all of our LB family to join us?
Leadership Burbank has been a part of the Burbank community for almost 30 years and our impact – through our class projects – has supported almost every aspect of Burbank, investing over a million dollars in goods, facility improvements, and life-impacting services. Plus, our 600+ alumni are in elected and volunteer leadership positions all throughout the city. We are totally local and totally committed to Burbank. The LB Board adopted a three year strategic plan this year and this event helped us get that much closer to reaching our year one goals.
We totally needed our LB family to help us reach our goals and they DID! Thank you for helping us begin the celebration of our 30th Anniversary Year!

Thank you to all of our guests for joining us! Please send us your fav pics by emailing chair@leadershipburbank.org

Leadership Burbank 90’s Party at Nickelodeon

All proceeds benefit Leadership Burbank, a local charity that provides educational and motivational programs for current and emerging leaders in our mission to build a better Burbank.

Leadership Burbank White Elephant Gift Exchange
2025-02-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Burbank Chamber of Commerce, 200 W Magnolia Blvd,, Burbank, CA, 91502, United States
Calling all LB Alumni and friends! It’s back! Get ready for laughs, surprises, and maybe some friendly competition when you bring a wrapped gift to exchange at LB’s White Elephant Party!
Join us for a casual night out with our Leadership Burbank family that’s sure to keep everyone laughing.
When: Wednesday, February 5th
Where: Burbank Chamber of Commerce
Time: 6pm to 8pm
We hope to see our LB Alumni and friends in community. We will host wine, beer, and beverages as well as some delicious hors d’oeuvres.
Free to attend, suggested donation of $20 at the door to cover event costs.
Please RSVP by Tuesday, February 4th at RSVP Form

Join LB25 at Tequilas Burbank on March 12th
2025-03-12 | Tequilas Burbank, 4310 W Magnolia Blvd., Burbank, CA, 91505, United States
Chips, salsa, margs, and a good cause?! Sounds like a plan to us!
On Wednesday, March 12th, grab your friends and family and head to the amazing Tequilas restaurant on Magnolia Blvd! Mention Leadership Burbank, and TWENTY PERCENT of your bill will go towards this year’s class project: Play Without Limits!
This fundraiser will be all day long, and is valid for any regular priced menu item – including alcohol!
Will we see you there?!

Dine In or Order Out: Donate for Dinner at Chipotle on March 26th
2025-03-26 16:00 - 20:00 | Chipotle Downtown Burbank, 135 E Palm Ave Spc A2,, Burbank, 91502-1834, United States
Guac on! Get the burrito rolling on Wednesday, March 26th from 4:00pm – 8:00pm and 25% of your order will support LB25’s Play Without Limits!
Which Chipotle? Location address: Chipotle in Downtown Burbank, right next to the AMC Burbank 16! 135 E Palm Ave Spc A2, Burbank, CA 91502-1834
Here’s how it works:
In order for your purchase to count towards our fundraiser, diners must either:
In Person from 4pm to 8pm:

Verbally mention Leadership Burbank’s Play Without Limits when they place their order
Show a physical fundraiser flyer
Show a digital flyer on a smartphone or other mobile device

Online Orders to Pick Up between 4pm to 8pm:

Use our fundraiser’s online ordering code (ZALACAL) to place an order for pickup ONLY through the Chipotle app or website. (Sorry, third party apps like grubhub or doordash do not work!)
Supporters must place their orders for pickup through the Chipotle app or website and during checkout use our fundraiser’s code (ZALACAL) in the “promo” field.

Host a BIG office dinner party or host your family or friends for dinner and order catering or Burritos By the Box to count towards our class project!
Call 1-800-CHIPOTLE to place your order (at least 24 hours in advance) to be picked up during the timeframe of our fundraiser and let them know that you want to pay upon pickup. When you pick up your order, alert the cashier before payment that you would like it to count towards your fundraiser. And just like that, 25% goes back to Play Without Limits!
Remember, delivery orders or orders placed at a different time/location than our scheduled event will not count towards our fundraiser.
Download either flyer to take with you on March 26th:

LB25's Pickleball Tournament Fundraiser on Sunday, April 6th
2025-04-06 08:00 - 13:00 | Burbank Tennis Center, 249 E. Amherst Drive, Burbank, 91504, United States
Join LB25 and Leadership Burbank for this fun event supporting LB 2025’s Class Project Play Without Limits benefiting the City’s Adaptive Sports Program. LB25 is hosting a fun day including a welcome ceremony, pickleball tournament, adaptive sports exhibition, and more! All proceeds from the day will benefit their class project: Play Without Limits! Free for spectators to cheer their favorite team on, participate in fundraising activities, and gather in community to celebrate adaptive sports.

Where: The Burbank Tennis Center
249 E. Amherst Drive
Burbank, CA 91504
When: Sunday, April 6, 2025 from 8:00am to 1:00pm
Registration: 8:00am
Welcome Ceremony: 8:30am
Games Begin: 9:00am

VENDOR BOOTHS! RAFFLES! WIN AMAZING PRIZES!!
REGISTER TO PLAY!!!

Cost to Play: Entry fee: $75/person and $125/team (2 people)
Click the image to register to play today:

All players must sign a waiver form before their participation. Waiver Form Directions:

Download and fill out the waiver form
Email it to LB25 ahead of the Tournament
Bring it with you at Registration

All experience levels welcome!

Recognition for tournament winners!

Dine In or Order Out: Mendocino Farms on April 16th
2025-04-16 14:00 - 22:00 | Mendocino Farms on Riverside, 4301 W. Riverside Drive, Burbank, 91505, United States
Dine in or out 2pm to close at Mendocino Farms on W. Riverside Drive on April 16th, 2025!

All proceeds support LB25’s Class Project!

Use code GiveBack and bring the flyer!

LB25 Ribbon Cutting and Graduation Ceremony
2025-05-14 17:30 - 20:00 | Woodbury University, 7500 N Glenoaks Blvd., Burbank, 91504, United States
Leadership Burbank and the Class of 2025 cordially invite you to celebrate the completion of their leadership journey and class project, “Play Without Limits.”
Join LB and LB25 at the Graduation Ceremony of the Class of 2024-2025 and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony where LB25 will unveil a variety of adaptive sports equipment, including fencing and hiking wheelchairs, that will be donated to the City’s new Adaptive Sports Program.
These inspiring events mark the culmination of Leadership Burbank’s nine month leadership program and the class project, “Play Without Limits,” which raised funds and awareness to provide a fleet of adaptive sports equipment to help ensure that residents of all abilities can participate in recreational and competitive activities.
Leadership Burbank invites our alumni, community members, city leaders, and program partners to attend the Graduation Ceremony and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to celebrate the accomplishments of the program and class members.
RSVPs are encouraged at this link

At the Graduation Ceremony on Wednesday, May 14th at 5:30pm, the Board of Directors will officially graduate each member of the class in the Fletcher Jones Foundation Auditorium, and host a reception in the Atrium at Woodbury University. Leadership Burbank Board of Directors is thrilled to welcome Andrew Skinner, Founder and CEO of Triumph Foundation as the keynote speaker.

At the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, the class members will host this meaningful event beginning at 10am, which will feature brief remarks, an official “cut the ribbon,” and demonstrate the new equipment at the Gym at the McCambridge Recreation Center.

Burbank Chamber Honors Leadership Burbank at the Excellence Awards
2025-05-31 18:00 - 20:30 | Woodbury University, 7500 N Glenoaks Blvd., Burbank, 91504, United States
Learn more and join the Leadership Burbank family as the Burbank Chamber of Commerce recognizes our 30 year history serving the community of Burbank.
www.burbankchamber.org/event-details/chamber-excellence-awards

Leadership Burbank Recruitment Reception on June 25th
2025-06-25 17:30 - 19:00 | Burbank Chamber of Commerce, 200 W Magnolia Blvd,, Burbank, CA, 91502, United States
Join Us!
The Leadership Burbank’s Board of Directors invites interested candidates to join us for our next recruitment reception on Wednesday, June 25th for the class of 2025-2026. All of our alumni and donors are also invited to attend and encouraged to bring someone who you think might be interested in the program. There is no cost to join us, however we do ask that you RSVP! You can always make a donation to support Leadership Burbank’s mission.
Enjoy hosted food and a drink on us! Come learn about Burbank’s premiere leadership program, ask questions, and mix and mingle with our Board and Alumni from 5:30 pm to 7pm at the conference room and outdoor reception area of the Burbank Chamber of Commerce
Here are just a few testimonials from our recent graduates:
“The Leadership Burbank journey has enriched my life in many ways. It’s helped me grow as a person – both in terms of knowledge & leadership skills. It has been very meaningful collaborating with my classmates & class mentors to make positive contributions to the community. And, it’s been a lot of fun!” – Farrah Assadi
“Leadership Burbank opened my eyes to the true essence of the city. After working here for over 30 years, I never realized how special Burbank is. This program revealed the dedication and passion behind its success. I feel extremely fortunate to have been a part of this wonderful team of leaders.” – Harriet Goldfisher, MSN, RN, OCN®, Nurse Manager 6NE
“Leadership Burbank started off as an opportunity to learn about the Burbank community and leadership strategies with diverse groups of people. We were a very diverse group, but we quickly bonded and became like family. Each member brought their talents to clearly make 2025 the best class ever.” – Chris Walters
With questions, contact us at chair@leadershipbubank.org or explore our programs and impact on our website.

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Leadership Burbank Class Introduction 6-25

Leadership Burbank Class Introduction 6-25

Leadership Burbank Class Introduction 6-25

Join Us: Recruitment Reception for Leadership Burbank's Class of 2025-2026
2025-07-23 17:30 - 19:30 | Burbank Chamber of Commerce, 200 W Magnolia Blvd,, Burbank, CA, 91502, United States
Join Us!
The Leadership Burbank’s Board of Directors invites interested candidates to join us for our next recruitment reception on Wednesday, July23rd for the class of 2025-2026. All of our alumni and donors are also invited to attend and encouraged to bring someone who you think might be interested in the program. There is no cost to join us, however we do ask that you RSVP! You can always make a donation to support Leadership Burbank’s mission.
Enjoy hosted food and a drink on us! Come learn about Burbank’s premiere leadership program, ask questions, and mix and mingle with our Board and Alumni from 5:30 pm to 7pm at the conference room and outdoor reception area of the Burbank Chamber of Commerce
Here are just a few testimonials from our recent graduates:
“Leadership Burbank provided invaluable insight into our vibrant community and helped strengthen the leadership skills of everyone involved. It is an honor and a pleasure to learn alongside such dedicated and inspiring individuals committed to building a better future for Burbank.” – Amy Taylor
“Leadership Burbank provided me with a unique opportunity to connect with passionate, like-minded community leaders. The friendships I forged during this journey are lifelong, and the experience has profoundly deepened my commitment to making a lasting impact in our city and beyond.” – Lizzy Paulson
“Leadership Burbank inspired me to grow as a leader by connecting me with passionate individuals who care deeply about our community. Its mission—to identify, educate, and motivate emerging leaders—truly came to life as we worked together to create real solutions that help make Burbank stronger, more sustainable, and vibrant for everyone.” – Douglas Sanchez
With questions, contact us at chair@leadershipbubank.org or explore our programs and impact on our website.

Are You Interested in Applying?
The application is open! Submit your application by Friday, July 25th! Click this link to start your application today!

LB Celebrates... the 30th!
2025-11-15 18:00 - 22:00 | Romancing the Bean, 3413 Magnolia Blvd,, Burbank, 91505, United States
Listen up, you hep cats and classy dames!
Leadership Burbank is celebratin’ a whopping thirty years of makin’ things hum in this neck of the woods, and we’re throwin’ a bash that’ll be the cat’s meow! Thank you to all of our sponsors, guests, alumni, and leaders from all over Burbank!

Leadership Burbank marked its 30th anniversary with “Sneakin’ & Sippin’ at the Speakeasy” — a glamorous, prohibition-inspired fundraiser on Saturday, November 15 at 6:00 PM. We transformed a Burbank favorite, Romancing The Bean in Burbank’s Magnolia Park neighborhood, to be our swanky speakeasy.

All night long, guests enjoyed an immersive experience, complete with thematic décor, silent auction, entertainment, drinks on the house and delicious dinner bites. Plus a few clandestine surprises — including a secret, walkable second stop for those “in the know.” A period-style password was shared with confirmed guests ahead of the event.

You can still donate to celebrate Leadership Burbank’s 30th anniversary!

Thank you to our Sponsors:

*sponsors as of November 13, 2025
Enjoy this amazing reel from @ashleyinburbank and our Photo Gallery with all of our guests!
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Event Highlights

Immersive 1930s-themed experience at our speakeasy located in the Romancing The Bean restaurant
Live cigar roller offering hand-rolled cigars throughout the evening
Silent auction featuring premium items, including a custom-curated bar cart
Live entertainment, hosted beverages, and prohibition-inspired cocktails
A whispered, walkable second location surprise for insiders
Recognition of 30 years of alumni, partners, and community impact

Individual tickets are $150 each and include hosted hooch, bathtub gin, prohibition-approved beverages, as well as dinner bites and desserts courtesy of our speakeasy at Romancing The Bean.
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White Elephant Party Wednesday, January 28, 2026
2026-01-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Equity Union, 4404 Riverside Drive #D, Burbank, CA, 91505, United States
Calling all LB Alumni and friends!
Reconnect with Leadership Burbank while having some fun along the way. The Leadership Burbank Board of Directors invites you to join us for some laughs, surprises, and maybe some friendly competition when you bring a wrapped gift to exchange at Leadership Burbank’s annual White Elephant Party!
This is a casual night out full of hosted drinks and treats with our Leadership Burbank family to gather in community.
When: Wednesday, January 28th
Where: Equity Union Real Estate at 4404 Riverside Drive #D, Burbank – Parking is on the street or at the lot next door.
Time: 6pm to 8pm
Cost: Free or $20 suggested donation at the door or Donate Online
What is happening: One of LB’s legacy events is our annual “White Elephant Gift Exchange Party.” Got that present that is not to your taste? Wrap it up and bring it with you to the White Elephant Party. It might be just the thing someone else wants! Join LB for a night of fun, while you as you network with LB alumni, donors and friends. The gift exchange is not mandatory, but it’s ALOT of fun! Bonus: you can meet the next class of Leadership Burbank: LB26!
Kindly RSVP to Director@LeadershipBurbank.org by January 27th so that we can have enough hosted drinks and nibbles!
See you soon!!
Scenes from last year’s White Elephant Party:
LB25 at the White Elephant Party in 2025!
Alumni Sam Ashegian from LB05 got a great gift!

Reconnect with Leadership Burbank!
Rejoin us in our mission to help build a better Burbank and relive all of the fun and memories of when we gather together with shared values and a common purpose! We are looking at you ALUMNI! Who is the #bestclassever? LOL!

LB26's Loads of Love Mixer at the Burbank Chamber
2026-03-26 17:30 - 19:30 | Burbank Chamber of Commerce, 200 W Magnolia Blvd,, Burbank, CA, 91502, United States
Calling all alumni, donors and Board members to support LB26’s class project: New Day Laundry!
Join Leadership Burbank Class of 2026 at their mixer “Loads of Love” on Thursday, March 26th at the Burbank Chamber
What: LB26 will be hosting lite bites, wine and beer, and loads of love for their class project! Class members will share the goals of New Day Laundry and host guest speaker, LB Alumni and Burbank’s Vice Mayor, Zizette Mullins. Every quarter counts in this new mobile laundry service that expands the current programs of the Salvation Army benefiting individuals and families in need!
How Much: Tickets are $25 and can be ordered online in advance through this link or you can pay at the door!
Where: Burbank Chamber of Commerce Board Room and Outside Terrace at 200 W Magnolia Blvd. in Burbank. Parking is on the surrounding streets
When: Thursday, March 26th from 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Learn more about the class project at: www.LeadershipBurbank.org/NewDayLaundry

Order Your Ticket for the Mixer, Sponsor the Class Project or Make a Donation Today
