Dele Lowman is one of the most prominent leaders running for mayor in the city of Stonecrest, GA. Her extensive background in public management and inclusive policy development mixed with her commitment to community welfare are propelling her forward as she is poised to serve at Stonecrest’s highest level of leadership. With elections being held in November, Lowman is determined to raise the bar for her community.

Born to Lead

This fierce visionary and community builder has always been driven to lead stemming all the way back to her upbringing. Her parents instilled the importance of activism alongside her grandfather who was an renowned activist during the Civil Rights Era. Dele fueled her appetite for leadership as an FAMU graduate and an MPA holder.  She began her career in leadership guiding  local governments in the State of Florida and worked in Metro Atlanta before working as Assistant City Manager in North Carolina.

After returning to Atlanta in 2014, she settled in what would become one of Atlanta’s newest, most affluent African American cities. Being a progressive resident, Dele immediately stepped up to address needs in the community and county. Some of her most notable roles include Chair of the DeKalb County Board of Registration & Elections and founding President of the Stonecrest Citizens’ Coalition (SCC). She also is an active volunteer at the local Browns Mill Elementary School.

Raising the Bar

As a respected resident in Stonecrest, Dele’s guidance is one that has been admired by many, which prompted her to run for office. Since the city’s founding in 2017, she states tThe leadership has not been able to meet the expectations of the residents, which has contributed to their concerns. Her ability to lead and serve resonated with many community leaders and citizens who convinced her to enter the race.

With continuous leadership research and training, Dele knows that her previous role have equipped her with vital qualifications such as a deep level of understanding, serving, curiosity, collaboration– all of which are needed when creating effective change.

A Stronger Stonecrest

Dele breaks her vision down into two simple yet profound parts to building an ideal community. She hopes to lay a firm foundation and ethical governance for the new community’s future success which includes: 

• Helping  establish a stable citizen centered government: She shares that Stonecrest’s need talented professionals who are responsive with a deep understanding and commitment to their role.
• Displaying ethical, transparent elected leadership- Residents deserve effective, responsive, empathetic, leaders who have their best interest in mind.
• Cultivating community with shared values and vision: As a newer community, there is still progress to be had to create unity among Stonecrest citizens.

Also, she wants to enhance the city’s quality of life by: 

• Creating a vibrant economy with a strong commercial base to sustain the city with tax and revenue which will also benefit citizens.
• Make Stonecrest a preferred employer among local governments by creating the correct environment in city hall that transcends throughout the city.

Dele Lowman for Stonecrest Mayor

At her recent campaign launch, Dele brought a sense of unity as she  shared her mission with the Stonecrest Community at her recent campaign launch at Belinda’s Southern Cuisine on August 28, 2023. Residents gained their first insight on Dele’s vision as future mayor of Stonecrest. They were also able to network with fellow residents and leaders, sharing their unified hopes for the city.

The Beauty of it all

 Dele  shares that she loves being surrounded by her people who are successful and flourishing.  She also finds beauty in the city’s rich culture and nature, Arabia Mountain, and the network of trails. It gives her a sense of safety and belonging which she hopes to help every Stonecrest citizen feel.

To keep up with Dele’s campaign follow her on social media @delelowman and visit her website: deleforstonecrest.com.