Photo Caption: Nominations are now being accepted for the 2nd annual Women of Achievement Awards luncheon, presented by Beaumont and hosted by the Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber of Commerce. The event, to be held on Friday, October 26 from 11 am – 1 pm at the Stone Creek Banquet Hall in Flat Rock, honors outstanding women in several award categories. Pictured from left to right: David B. Goodwin, 2017 SWCRC Chairman of the Board; Donna Inch, former CEO of Ford Land and keynote speaker at the 2017 event; Ronnie Ruelle, chair of the event committee; Kathy Kane, 2017 Leadership Award recipient; Leah Cooley, 2017 Unsung Heroine Award recipient; Ronald J. Hinrichs, president of the SWCRC; Dr. Stan Jensen, 2017 Community Award recipient; and Laurie Dixon, 2017 Entrepreneur Award recipient.
Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber to Host Elegant Awards Ceremony Honoring Downriver Women in Business
Nomination Forms Now Available for the Women of Achievement Awards
Taylor, MI – The Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the 2nd annual Women of Achievement Awards luncheon, presented by Beaumont, to be held on Friday, October 26 from 11 am – 1 pm at the Stone Creek Banquet Hall in Flat Rock. This premier and elegant awards event will showcase outstanding women in business in the Downriver region. The event will include a keynote address, delicious lunch, and a prestigious awards ceremony complete with award recipient videos and a grand experience! Nominations are now being accepted and the deadline is Thursday, May 17.
The Chamber will proudly recognize some of the most outstanding women in our region with the “Leadership Award,” “Entrepreneur Award,” and “Unsung Heroine Award!” Men will not be left out as they are eligible to be honored as a champion for supporting women in business leadership with the “Community Award,” which will be awarded to either a man or woman.
“This signature event was a tremendous success in its inaugural year, and has quickly become one of the most highly anticipated celebrations of the year in our region,” said Ronald J. Hinrichs, president of the Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber of Commerce. “We are grateful for our friends and partners at Beaumont, our Gold Sponsor PNC Bank, our Silver Sponsors BASF Corporation, Wayne County Community College District, and DTE Energy, and our community sponsors The News Herald and Monroe Bank & Trust for making this wonderful event possible!”
This year’s keynote address will be given by Dr. Curtis L. Ivery, Chancellor, and Shawna J. Forbes, Vice Chancellor of the School of Continuing Education & Workforce Development at Wayne County Community College District. In an inspirational presentation, both leaders will share how women continue to have a tremendous and lasting impact at WCCCD.
Nomination forms and the award criteria are now available online at www.SWCRC.com, or by calling 734-284-6000. Nominations are due no later than 5 pm on Thursday, May 17, 2018.
The cost to attend the event is $45 per person, including a delicious lunch. A discounted rate of $400 is available for a table of 10. Community Sponsorships, including a table of 10 and recognition are only $450. Registration is now open at www.SWCRC.com or by calling 734-284-6000. Prices will increase closer to the event so register today!
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The Southern Wayne County Chamber of Commerce provides its membership throughout 21 communities with the opportunities and resources to engage and network with other businesses, enhancing financial growth, professional development, and the ability to contribute to a thriving community environment.
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