About Leaders of Impact

Every year across the country, a select group of individuals are nominated to be a part of Leaders of Impact because of their passion and drive to make a difference. This 7-week competition is relentlessly focused on equitable health for all. Launching in the fall, nominees work to build campaign plans, recruit Impact Teams, and inspire their networks to support the American Heart Association’s lifesaving mission.

At the end of the campaign, this special group of changemakers will be celebrated for the impact they have on our mission and community. The nominee who makes the greatest impact and raises the most funds locally will be named a local 2025 Leaders of Impact winner. Additionally, the nominee who makes the greatest impact nationwide will be named the American Heart Association 2025 National Leaders of Impact Winner!

Leaders of Impact Nominees

Janet Banks-McElrath
Faith Community Nursing Coordinator
Henry Ford Health/New Calvary Baptist Church

Reverend Horace Sheffield CEO, DABO
Pastor
New Destiny Christian Fellow

Esha Price
Family Nurse Practitioner
Premiere Quality Health Center

Norman Clement
Founder
Detroit Change Initiative

Jenise Williams
Director, Outreach and Alliances
Teach for America Detroit

Alonzo Bell
Executive Director
Redeem Detroit

Meet our local Leaders of Impact Nominees