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Leaders Publications Submission

  • Leaders' publications are opportunities to bring recognition to men and women who have made their mark in their specific occupations, professions, or in service to others in their community or state.
  • A sincere effort is made to include those whose positions or accomplishments in their chosen fields are significant and those whose contributions to community affairs — whether city-wide or on the neighborhood level — have improved the quality of life for all of us.
  • If submitting your information to be included, please read the Sample Bio and Sample Headshot guidelines below and follow the instructions carefully.

Headshot Submission

  • Files can be sent in JPG or PNG format (high resolution 300 dpi).
  • Photos taken by professional photographers work best. We have official photographers in each city — please call our office if you need a referral.
  • If you do not have a professional headshot, please ensure the background is clean and uncluttered, lighting is even, and the subject is clearly visible from the shoulders up.

Bio Submission

  • Provide a written biography covering accomplishments, milestones, community impact, education, and career highlights.
  • Minimum 100 characters; longer narratives are encouraged for editorial flexibility.
  • You may paste directly from a word processor.

Nominate a Community Leader

Please complete and submit the information below.

Step 1

Nominee contact information

Step 2

Biography submission

Bio Submission Guidelines

  • • Provide a written biography covering accomplishments, milestones, community impact, education, and career highlights.
  • • Minimum 100 characters; longer narratives are encouraged for editorial flexibility.
  • • You may paste directly from a word processor.

0 characters · minimum 100. You can paste directly from a word processor.

Sample professional headshot and bio for a Leaders Publications submission

Sample professional headshot — Dr. Camille Bennett

Dr. Camille Bennett

Sample 140-word bio

Dr. Camille Bennett

Baton Rouge native Dr. Camille Bennett has spent more than twenty years turning vision into community progress. As founder of Bennett Health Collaborative, she expanded access to preventive care across underserved neighborhoods, built partnerships with churches and schools, and mentored dozens of emerging health professionals. Her leadership helped launch mobile screening clinics, scholarship drives, and wellness workshops that now serve families throughout Louisiana.

A graduate of Southern University and Meharry Medical College, Dr. Bennett is known for pairing clinical excellence with deep civic responsibility. She serves on nonprofit boards, advises youth leadership programs, and speaks nationally on equity in community health.

Leaders Publications recognizes Dr. Bennett for a career defined by service, integrity, and the belief that every neighborhood deserves champions who are visible, accountable, and committed to lasting change. Her example continues to inspire future leaders across the region.

Step 3

Headshot upload

Headshot Submission Guidelines

  • • Files can be sent in JPG or PNG format (high resolution 300 dpi).
  • • Photos taken by professional photographers work best. We have official photographers in each city — please call our office if you need a referral.
  • • If you do not have a professional headshot, please ensure the background is clean and uncluttered, lighting is even, and the subject is clearly visible from the shoulders up.
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