RITA Emerging Leaders

Celebrating the future leaders of the self-directed retirement industry.

RITA Emerging Leader

RITA Emerging Leaders

The RITA Emerging Leaders initiative was created to strengthen our industry's future as well as the organizational pipeline of our members. Each year, RITA Members are invited to designate one high-potential employee to be recognized within the national RITA community and receive exclusive access to advanced networking and leadership development opportunities. RITA's goal is to expand engagement beyond the executive level, ensuring the next generation of leaders remains informed and invested in the self-directed retirement industry.

WHAT DEFINES A RITA EMERGING LEADER?

STRONG INITIATIVE

Proactive and determined, driven to solve problems, help others, and improve efficiency within their organization.

SOUND JUDGMENT

An innate ability to assess situations and make logical decisions to choose the best path forward.

Professional Growth

Consistently searching for opportunities to learn new skills, gain more experience, and advance their career.

Industry Knowledge

Interested in expanding their industry knowledge, including regulatory, operational, and technological developments.

The Benefits of Becoming a RITA Emerging Leader

Every RITA Emerging Leader receives:

  • COMPLIMENTARY REGISTRATION
    (1) Free Ticket to the RITA Fall Conference
  • OFFICIAL RECOGNITION
    Official Designation & Badge as a RITA Emerging Leader
  • PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
    Exclusive Access to Leadership-Focused Conference Roundtable Discussions
  • COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
    Ongoing Opportunities to Contribute to RITA Standing Committees & Initiatives

2026 RITA Emerging Leaders

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Liz
Anderson

Columbia Private Trust

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Candice
Capoziello

Equity Trust Company

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Carolyn
Dea

Inspira Financial

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Christine
Dias

Horizon Trust Company

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Crissy
Forrester

STRATA Trust Company

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Leslie
Kohake

CNB Custody

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Kylee
Landon

Fortis Bank

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Terri
Musser

MapleMark Bank

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Didra
Reese

Preferred Trust Company

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Briggette
Remoli

Delaware Depository Trust

Have questions about RITA Emerging Leaders?

Contact us to learn more about the program, its benefits, or the nomination process.