Kent C. Schulz was a Leadership Alumnus who was always involved in our community and never hesitated to lend a hand. He lost his battle with cancer several years ago and as a tribute to his involvement in Manatee County, the Leadership Manatee Alumni Association created an award which is presented each year to a Leadership alumnus who has demonstrated outstanding service in the community and professional achievement.
Past winners
| 2024 - Jim Boyd |
| 2023 - Bob "Buzz" Turner |
| 2022 - Barbara Harvey |
| 2019 - Doug Wagner |
| 2018 - Will Robinson |
| 2017 - John Horne |
| 2016 - Rae Dowling |
| 2015 - Alexander (Sandy) Kirkpatrick |
| 2014 - Rick Fawley |
| 2013 - Jaymie Carter |
| 2012 - Rose Carlson |
| 2011 - Amanda Edge Horne |
| 2010 - Tom Seguin |
| 2009 - Robert Bartz |
| 2008 - Betsy Benac |
| 2007 - Darrell Turner |
| 2006 - John Vita |
| 2005 - Edie Bustle |
| 2004 - Connie Shingledecker |
| 2003 - Diana Davis |
| 2002 - Linda Agresta |
| 2001 - Ruth Lawler |
| 2000 - Cliff Walters |
| 1999 - Robert King |
| 1998 - Gerry Russell |
| 1997 - Brenda Rogers |
| 1996 - Bob Sweat |