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TOMORROW’S LEADERS TODAY CLASS OF 2014 “ Participating in Tomorrow’s Leaders Today was my first experience in professional networking. It taught me how to connect with not only my peers, but also with professionals throughout northeastern Pennsylvania. It gave me confidence as a growing professional to pursue my passions, and network with those who could help me achieve my goals, as well as find ways to give back to my community. – Cassie Semyon, Tomorrow’s Leaders Today Class of 2014 For Cassie Semyon of WNEP-TV, representing Riverside Junior-Senior High School as part of Leadership Lackawanna’s Tomorrow’s Leaders Today program helped determine her future. “I connected with students from across the region that I still speak to today,” she said. “It’s great to have a network of support like that as a growing professional.” The Emmy-nominated reporter credits the program with building her confidence as a leader, helping her further her leadership skills in college and in her blossoming media career. “Whenever a high schooler or a parent asks what should be done to prepare for college, I always recommend Tomorrow’s Leaders Today. The program helps you explore career options, while also learning how to be a better leader in your school, as well as for the future. It gives you a true sense of community service.” 2020 B U SINE SS A ND B U Y E R S’ GU ID E / SCRANTONCHAMBER.COM | 23