Recognized at the Highest Levels of Leadership

In 2019, Dr. Clayton Lawrence was greeted by Vice President Mike Pence, who acknowledged the national impact of both LEAP LLC and LEAP Foundation DC. This recognition affirmed Dr. Lawrence’s dual mission—driving innovation through enterprise while serving communities through philanthropic leadership.

"It was an honor to be recognized by the Vice President of the United States for the work we’re doing to uplift underserved communities. This recognition further fuels my dedication to service."

— Dr. Clayton Lawrence

As documented in an official press release, this meeting highlighted Dr. Lawrence’s dual impact in business innovation and community service.

Honors from U.S. Leaders

Dr. Clayton Lawrence’s commitment to service, innovation, and civic leadership has earned recognition from both the White House and the Office of the Vice President—reflecting a legacy that spans administrations and leaves a lasting national impact.

White House Commendation from President Barack Obama

In 2016, Dr. Clayton Lawrence and LEAP, LLC received a formal letter of commendation from President Barack Obama in recognition of their contributions to job creation, healthcare staffing innovation, and civic leadership. This honor followed years of sustained impact across the greater Washington, D.C. region and beyond, further affirming Dr. Lawrence’s national reputation as a leader in both business and service.

This official White House letter of commendation was issued to recognize Dr. Lawrence’s service-driven leadership and LEAP’s national impact.

Cultivating Clinical Excellence

Dr. Clayton Lawrence brings the discipline, commitment, and service-driven mindset of a U.S. Army veteran to every facet of his clinical leadership. As a physician and healthcare executive, he has built high-performing teams dedicated to compassionate care, innovation, and health equity. His approach to leadership empowers staff to exceed expectations and deliver meaningful outcomes in every community they serve.

Recognized for Business Leadership

In 2015, Dr. Clayton Lawrence was named the Small Business Person of the Year by the Washington D.C. Chamber of Commerce, honoring his leadership in entrepreneurship, healthcare staffing innovation, and community impact. As a decorated U.S. Army veteran living with a service-connected disability, Dr. Lawrence has continually drawn upon his military values—discipline, service, and resilience—to fuel his mission in business and civic leadership.

This recognition followed years of dedicated service as a veteran, entrepreneur, and author, underscoring his commitment to economic growth, public health equity, and empowerment through service. Dr. Lawrence’s story, chronicled in his book The Sum of My Success, reflects a lifelong devotion to creating opportunity and inspiring others to pursue a healthy, purpose-driven life.

National Recognition for Public Health and Service Leadership

Dr. Clayton Lawrence was honored at the Washington Business Journal's Minority Business Leader Awards, a testament to his enduring commitment to service, equity, and innovation. Celebrated alongside national icons—including former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Regina Benjamin—this recognition reflects Dr. Lawrence’s legacy of advocating for underserved communities, disabled veterans, and public health reform. His distinguished career continues to inspire leadership rooted in purpose and resilience.

National Engagement and Leadership Recognition

Dr. Clayton Lawrence’s leadership journey has extended beyond local and industry acclaim to national engagement with some of the most prominent figures in American public service. These moments reflect his commitment to bridging communities, advocating for public health, and supporting veteran causes at the highest levels of government and civic leadership.